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Mrs. Ohannessian from Mount Vernon, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Black History for All!

Help me give my students the gift of knowledge about Black History by classroom resources and materials!

  • 2 donors
  • $181 goal

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My Project

I am writing to request your support for an exciting and educational project I am organizing for my class at a Title I school that serves primarily Black students and includes many special needs learners. This initiative is focused on providing materials that will help our students learn more about Black history and its vital contributions to our society.

As an educator, I am committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.

Unfortunately, due to limited funding in our school, we face challenges in obtaining the necessary resources to provide our students with a well-rounded and engaging education. In light of this, I am seeking donations to fund the following materials for the classroom:

1. Black History Books: Diverse literature, biographies, and historical texts to give our students access to authentic stories of Black leaders, innovators, and communities.

2. Classroom Bulletin Board Materials: Visual aids and decorations that highlight key figures and moments in Black history, creating a culturally affirming space that celebrates our students' heritage.

3. Educational Tools: Specially designed materials to support our special needs learners, helping them connect with and engage in the lessons around Black history.

Your generous donation will provide our students with the resources they need to better understand their history, culture, and identity. This project is particularly important because it supports our mission to not only educate but to empower students from marginalized communities by ensuring they have access to diverse and meaningful learning materials.

Every contribution, whether large or small, will make a significant difference in the lives of our students. I would be deeply grateful for any support you can offer to help us achieve this goal.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Mrs. Ohannessian Edward Williams Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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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

300 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Story of Black History Box Set: Inspiring Biographies for Young Readers (The Story of: Inspiring Biographies for Young Readers) • Amazon Business $19.97 1 $19.97
Faccito 62 Pcs Black History Month Bulletin Board Set Black History Classroom Decorations Female Leader Cutouts with Borders African American February Bulletin Board for School Home Door Wall Decor • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
8.5x11 African-American Hero Poster Pages for Classroom Bulletin Board: 45 Black History Month Paper Cut-Out Display Pictures, 15 Biograpies, 3 of Each Historical Figure • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
I Am Ruby Bridges • Amazon Business $11.76 1 $11.76
Counting on Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Saved Apollo 13 • Amazon Business $11.15 1 $11.15
Things Kids Should Know About Black History: Educational Children's book For Black History Month (Holiday Books for Kids) • Amazon Business $10.40 1 $10.40
Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Black Heroes: A Black History Book for Kids: 51 Inspiring People from Ancient Africa to Modern-Day U.S.A. (History's Greatest Heroes) • Amazon Business $8.24 1 $8.24
100 African Americans Who Shaped American History: Incredible Stories of Black Heroes (Black History Books for Kids) • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49
Black Inventors: 15 Inventions that Changed the World (Biographies for Kids) • Amazon Business $7.42 1 $7.42
The History of Juneteenth: A History Book for New Readers (The History of: A History Series for New Readers) • Amazon Business $6.61 1 $6.61

Materials cost

$121.87

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$153.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.12

Total project goal

$180.82

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $180.82

1 Donor

-$90.41

Donations toward project cost

-$76.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.56

match offer

-$90.41

Match offer toward project cost

-$76.85

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.56

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 $0.00

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