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Ms. Sipe from Fayetteville, NC is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Art Essentials: Fueling Imagination and Creativity

Help me give my students the basic materials to build a good foundation in art.

  • $498 goal

This project expired on April 28, 2025.

This project expired on April 28, 2025.

My Project

My students are an incredible group of budding artists who are always eager to express themselves through various art forms. Their enthusiasm and love for learning inspire me every day.

The resources we are requesting – paper, brushes, pencils, erasers, and paint – are fundamental tools that will significantly enhance their learning experience.

These materials will enable my students to develop their artistic skills, explore different techniques, and unleash their full creative potential.Our primary goal for this project is to provide equal access to essential art supplies, ensuring that every student has the necessary tools to learn and grow. By fostering a creative and inclusive learning environment, we hope to encourage our students to express themselves freely and nurture their self-confidence.

My students are unique individuals who bring their diverse backgrounds and perspectives to the classroom. Each one of them possesses extraordinary talents and a passion for learning. By supporting our project, you will be making a tangible difference in their lives, empowering them to explore their artistic abilities and reach their full potential.

Thank you for considering our project, and we look forward to sharing our artistic journey with you.

Ms. Sipe Terry Sanford High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Sipe

Fayetteville, NC 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Handy Art© Acrylic Paint - Set of 8 Half-Gallons • Nasco $124.92 1 $124.92
Blick Studio Drawing Pencils - Class Pack of 144 • Blick Art Materials $72.07 1 $72.07
Pentel Hi-Polymer Block Eraser, Large, White, Pack of 36 • School Specialty $57.52 1 $57.52
Pacon Art1st Mixed Media Sheets - 12" x 18", 500 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $55.05 1 $55.05
Blending Stumps - Class Set of 72 • Nasco $30.60 1 $30.60
AROIC Small Paint Brushes Bulk,200 Pcs Nylon Hair Paint Brushes with Flat and Round Pointed Acrylic Paint Brushes,Craft Paint Brushes for Oil Watercolor Face Artist and Kids Professional Kits,Black • Amazon Business $14.29 1 $14.29

Materials cost

$354.45

Vendor shipping charges

$5.75

Sales tax

$27.65

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$423.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.68

Total project goal

$497.85

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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