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Ms. Schiavo from Los Angeles, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Art Supplies and Classroom Essentials Needed

Help me give my students the gift of Art with paint sets, paint pens, and brush markers!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Schiavo's classroom raised $405

This project is fully funded

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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

I am reaching out to you to help provide much-needed art supplies and classroom essentials for a local low-income school. Despite my dedicated efforts, I am spending a significant amount of my money to ensure that my students have access to the necessary resources for a quality education. Your generous contributions will impact the lives of these students and support their academic success.

By donating to this cause, you are investing in the future of these students and empowering them to reach their full potential.

Your support will not only alleviate the financial burden on me but also create a positive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these students and contribute to a more equitable education system for all.

Your contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference in the lives of these students as well as mine. Thank you for considering our cause and for your generosity in supporting the education and well-being of these students. Together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Ms. Schiavo Fairfax 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.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
HIMI Gouache Paint Set, 24 Colors x 30ml Unique Jelly Cup Design with 3 Paint Brushes and a Palette in a Carrying Case Perfect for Artists, Students, Gouache Opaque Watercolor Painting (Pink) • Amazon Business $24.99 4 $99.96
RESTLY Acrylic Paint Pens, 24 Colors Acrylic Paint Marker, 0.7mm Extra Fine Acrylic Paint Pens for Canvas, Rock Painting, Wood, Glass, Metal, Ceramic, Stone, DIY Crafts & Art Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 4 $79.96
Soucolor Art Brush Markers Pens for Adult Coloring Books, 34 Colors Numbered Dual Tip (Brush and Fine Point) Marker Pen for Kids Note taking Planner Lettering Calligraphy Drawing Preppy School Stuff • Amazon Business $7.99 4 $31.96
Shuttle Art 12 Colors Watercolor Paint Set Bulk, Pack of 30, Watercolor Paint Set with Paint Brushes for Kids and Adults, Washable Paint for Classroom, Parties, Kindergarten and Art Activities • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
Roylco Set the Scene Diorama, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, White, Pack of 12 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
Hulameda Paint Tray Palettes, Plastic Paint Pallets for Kids or Students to Paints on School Project or Art Class-12pcs • Amazon Business $6.59 1 $6.59
Blick Essentials Oil Pastel Sets - Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $1.55 4 $6.20

Materials cost

$273.02

Vendor shipping charges

$11.79

Sales tax

$24.98

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$343.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.69

Total project goal

$404.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$404.58

7 Donors

-$390.46

Donations toward project cost

-$343.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.57

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$14.12

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$0.00

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