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Ms. McGeary from Brooklyn, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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All About Advisory Crafts!

Help me give my students unwind and recharge with arts and crafts! Through sewing, painting, drawing, and creating, they can take a mental health break to relax, refocus, and express themselves in meaningful ways.

  • $684 goal

This project expired on April 11, 2025.

This project expired on April 11, 2025.

My Project

Advisory arts and crafts activities provide students with a creative outlet that directly impacts their emotional well-being and academic success. By engaging in hands-on projects, such as sewing or painting students develop problem-solving skills, focus, and patience—qualities essential for learning across subjects. These activities encourage self-expression, boosting confidence and reducing stress, which can improve their overall classroom performance. My goal for this project is to create a supportive space where students can explore their creativity, build resilience, and form stronger connections with their peers. These activities also nurture fine motor skills and creative thinking, preparing students for challenges in school and life.

What makes my students special is their diversity and determination.

They come from various backgrounds, each bringing unique experiences and perspectives. Despite facing challenges, they show remarkable creativity and a willingness to grow. These crafts provide a way for them to shine, express their individuality, and celebrate their differences. This project is not just about creating art; it’s about creating opportunities for students to discover their potential, learn new skills, and foster a sense of accomplishment and community. Through these activities, I aim to support their academic and personal growth, helping them build confidence and a lifelong appreciation for creativity.

Ms. McGeary Young Women's Ldrshp School - Bklyn Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

60 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nasco Mosaic Pot Classroom Kit - 20 Students • Nasco $50.00 3 $150.00
Klutz Sew Your Own Donut Animals Craft Kit, Brown/a • Amazon Business $20.57 7 $143.99
LatchKits — 3D Panda — Classic Latch Hook Craft Activity Kit — Make a Colorful Mini Rug — for Ages 6+ • Amazon Business $17.99 6 $107.94
Nicpro 14 Colors Large Bulk Acrylic Paint Set (16.9 oz,500 ml) Rich Art Painting Supplies, Non Toxic for Multi Surface Canvas Wood Leather Fabric Stone Craft, for Kid & Adult with Color Wheel • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Paint Brushes Set, 30 Pcs Paint Brushes for Acrylic Painting, Watercolor Acrylic Oil Paint Brush, Artist Paintbrushes for Body Face Rock Canvas, Kids Adult Drawing Arts Crafts Supplies, Purple • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
DPDIAN Canvas Boards for Painting 40 Pack, 8 inch x 10 inch Super Value Pack, Artist Canvas Panels for Oil & Acrylic Painting • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
NAWOD 35 Premium Acrylic Paint Marker Pens, Double Pack of Both Extra Fine and Medium Tip, for Rock Painting, Mug, Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Fabric, Canvas, Metal, Pumpkin, DIY Crafts Making Art Supplies • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
ROYHOO 10PCS Wooden Bent Latch Hook Tool Knitting Tool Needle Hook with Wood Handle for Crafts Carpet • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98

Materials cost

$542.45

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$580.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.46

Total project goal

$683.05

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