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Ms. Glover-Magee from Garden Grove, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Art and Mental Health

Help me give my students art supplies that will benefit their mental health.

  • 2 donors
  • $697 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Art supplies, including coloring books, are essential tools in school based counseling for the students to build their ability to promote emotional expression, reduce stress, and enhance mental well-being. Creative activities like coloring, drawing, and painting provide individuals with an opportunity to communicate feelings and thoughts that may be difficult to express verbally. This is especially helpful for those who struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, as art offers an alternative outlet for self-expression.

Coloring books, in particular, have gained recognition in therapeutic settings due to their structured yet open-ended nature.

They allow individuals to focus on a task that can be both relaxing and rewarding. The repetitive action of coloring can create a meditative state, helping to calm the mind and reduce feelings of overwhelm. Moreover, the simple act of choosing colors and creating patterns can lead to a sense of accomplishment and control, boosting self-esteem.

Additionally, art-making encourages mindfulness, as it requires individuals to be present in the moment and focus on the process rather than the outcome. This is beneficial for people dealing with anxiety, as it helps shift attention away from negative thoughts or worries. Coloring books designed with therapeutic themes, such as nature, mandalas, or abstract designs, further enhance the emotional and psychological benefits by fostering a sense of connection with inner peace and harmony.

In therapy, art supplies, including coloring books, serve as valuable tools for healing, providing individuals with a creative, non-verbal medium to explore and express their emotions in a safe and constructive way.

Ms. Glover-Magee Doig Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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.

More about Ms. Glover-Magee

Garden Grove, CA View local requests

Nearly all 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

999 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
OEFY Art Therapy Supplies Kit - 20+ Art Therapy Activities, Expressive Art Projects - Anxiety Tools, Coping Skills, Therapist Supplies for Trauma, Mental Health, Wellness • Amazon Business $198.99 1 $198.99
Happizza Button Maker Machine Multiple-Sizes - Pin Maker Machine 1.25 inch+2.25 inch, Interchangeable Button-models Badge Button Press Machine with 200 Sets 32+58mm Button Maker Supplies&Circle Cutter • Amazon Business $65.99 1 $65.99
ESSENSON Air Dry Clay 100 Colors, Modeling Clay for Kids, DIY Molding Magic Clay, Gift for Kids • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
Game Zone Honey Bee Tree Game – Award-Winning Fun and Exciting Tabletop Game for Kids and Families • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Munchkin® Spotless™ Silicone Placemats for Kids, 2 Pack, Blue/Green • Amazon Business $9.75 3 $29.25
Color & Frame - By the Sea (Adult Coloring Book) • Amazon Business $6.99 3 $20.97
Some Brains: A Book Celebrating Neurodiversity • Amazon Business $20.67 1 $20.67
Two Tumbleweeds Art Dice - Drawing & Painting Game for Adults, Artists & Teachers - Set of 9 Dice for Creative Inspiration - Drawing Prompts for Studio and Classroom - Gift for Artist - 1+ Players • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
Color & Frame - In the Forest (Adult Coloring Book) • Amazon Business $6.39 3 $19.17
Reverse Coloring Book, Birds Theme: Unique Watercolor Art Concept to Trace The Birds (46 designs) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Reverse Coloring Book Landscapes: Draw Your Inspiration from Nature's Canvas • Amazon Business $10.49 1 $10.49
Fashion Angels 1000+ Ridiculously Cute Stickers for Kids - Fun Craft Stickers for Scrapbooks, Planners, Gifts and Rewards, 40-Page Sticker Book for Kids Ages 6+ and Up • Amazon Business $4.99 2 $9.98
Mindfulness Patterns: Coloring Book with Creative Pattern Designs for Stress Relief and Relaxation • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59

Materials cost

$508.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$46.48

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$592.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.49

Total project goal

$696.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$696.59

1 Donor

-$564.39

Donations toward project cost

-$479.73

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$84.66

match offer

-$132.20

Match offer toward project cost

-$112.37

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.83

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$0.00

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