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Mrs. Lutfak from Houston, TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Almost Summer

Help me give my students fun things to help them through the summer.

  • 6 donors
  • $45 still needed

expires Jul 12

  • 6 donors
  • $45 still needed
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My Project

A summer gift bag filled with beach balls, chalks, sunglasses, a painting kit, and a wiggly straw is more than just a fun surprise, it's a way to keep learning alive outside the classroom.

This bag is a reminder that learning can happen anywhere, in the most playful and exciting ways.

Whether they're tossing a beachball while practicing math facts, using their sunglasses to explore the world around them, expressing creativity through painting, or making everyday moments more fun with wiggly straws, each item serves a purpose.

Most important, it shows students that they are valued, that their curiosity matters, and their teacher believes in their ability to keep growing all summer long.

Mrs. Lutfak Herod Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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Houston, TX View local requests

More than half 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

29 students impacted 6donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
METRONIC Impulse Sealer 8 inch, Manual Heat Sealer Machine for Plastic Bags, Shrink Wrap Bag Sealers Heavy Duty Sealing Machine With Repair Kit (Blue) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Simgoing 24 Sets 5'' Sand Beach Buckets Pail Summer Party Accessory Include Sand Buckets Shovels Gift Card End of The Year Gifts for Students Kindergarten Graduation Beach Party Supplies School Gift • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Dunzoom 36 Pack 432 Count Sidewalk Chalk for Kids Colored Chalk End of Year Student Gifts Mini Chalk Bulk with Card Bag Ribbon for Classroom Kindergarten Outdoor Graduation Party Favor Student Gifts • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
BLUE PANDA Loopy Crazy Plastic Straws for Kid's Birthday Party, Classroom Celebration, Pack of 100 • Amazon Business $24.59 1 $24.59
ojustbeok 24 Pack End of Year Student Gifts Animal Paint Set with Inspirational Cards Summer End of The Year Present Wood Painting Crafts Kit for kids Classroom Gifts School Graduation Party Favors • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Gifts2U Kids Sunglasses Bulk Party Favors for Kids Ages 3-8, 24 Pack Rainbow Neon Sunglasses for Boys Girls with UV400 Protection, Birthday Pool Gifts Party Supplies. • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
JOYIN Rainbow Beach Balls(12 Pack), 12'' Inflatable Swimming Pool Toys for Summer Water Games Kids Birthday Party Supplies Combo Set Include Inflatable Beach Balls • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$178.53

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$211.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.27

Total project goal

$248.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $248.48

5 Donors

-$107.50

Donations toward project cost

-$91.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.12

match offer

-$96.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$81.60

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.40

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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 $44.98

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