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Ms. Schwartz from New York, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Art Materials

Help me give my students the chance to learn through the art exploration.

  • $817 goal

This project expired on May 2, 2025.

This project expired on May 2, 2025.

My Project

Introducing new art materials in the elementary art classroom boosts creativity and enhances student skills. A variety of tools like different paints, papers, and sculpting materials encourage students to experiment and explore new techniques, promoting problem-solving and fine motor development. These materials also cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring that visual, tactile, and hands-on learners stay engaged. The opportunity to collaborate on projects fosters teamwork, while exposure to various art forms broadens their artistic knowledge. Ultimately, new materials help students build confidence, perseverance, and emotional expression, making art class an enriching experience for all.

Ms. Schwartz PS 84 Lillian Weber Grades PreK-2

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New York, NY View local requests

More than a third 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

700 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Jack Richeson Tempera Cake Refills, Large Size, Assorted Primary Colors, Set of 9 • School Specialty $15.22 6 $91.32
Sax Empty Plastic Palette with Lid, 14-1/2 X 9-1/2 Inches - Heavy Duty - Durable • School Specialty $14.02 6 $84.12
Mr. Sketch Scented Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 22 Count • Amazon Business $10.22 8 $81.76
Sakura Cray-Pas© Junior Artist@trade; Oil Pastels - Set of 16 • Nasco $2.08 25 $52.00
Nasco Watercolor Brush - Size 3 • Nasco $1.66 25 $41.50
Dixon Ticonderoga TriWrite #2 Pencil - 12 Pack • Kaplan Early Learning Company $4.73 8 $37.84
200 Clear Plastic Plates Set - 6 Inch Plastic Dessert Plates, Disposable Plates Bulk Pack, Party Plates for BBQ, Picnic, Parties, Travel and Events, Microwavable Recyclable • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
Collapsible Mop Bucket and Ice Bucket-5L(1.3 Gallon) Household Cleaning Silicone Dust Mops Bucket, Portable Bathroom Cleaning Supplies Bucket for Cleaning Caddy Spin Mops for Floor Blue • Amazon Business $8.99 4 $35.96
Sharpie Permanent Marker, Fine Tip, Black, 12/Pack (30001) • Quill.com $11.83 3 $35.49
Sharpie Fine Point Permanent Markers - Black, Pkg of 36 • Blick Art Materials $31.05 1 $31.05
Mr. Sketch Stix Markers - Set of 10 • Blick Art Materials $6.97 4 $27.88
WUWEOT 9 Pack Large Pencil Box, Stackable Clear Plastic Pencil Case, Painting Brush Storage Box with Snap-Tight Lid, Office Supplies Organizer Watercolor Pen Drawing Tools Container • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Uncoated Paper Plates - 9" Dia, Pkg of 250 • Blick Art Materials $18.99 1 $18.99
FOSJGO 2.4 Gal(9L) Collapsible Dish Basin with Drain Plug,Space Saving Multiuse Foldable Sink Tub,Dishpan,Kitchen Sink for Camping,Plastic Tub,Vegetable Washing,RV… • Amazon Business $17.03 1 $17.03
Brush Storage Box - 2-3/8" H x 3-1/8" W x 12-9/16" L • Blick Art Materials $6.90 2 $13.80
Jack Richeson Large Tempera Cakes, Burnt Umber, Pack of 6 • School Specialty $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$635.70

Vendor shipping charges

$18.74

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$693.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$122.47

Total project goal

$816.45

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