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Ms. Hines from Staten Island, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Black History Is American History

Help me give my students new books and decor to celebrate Black History.

  • $277 goal

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My Project

All students, including Black students, need to see themselves reflected in the history of the United States. Learning how ancestors contributed to the development of our country is important for everyone.

This project includes history books, books filled with positive images and stories that inspire pride, and decorations for our classroom.

Learning about Black history can help reduce stereotypes and eliminate prejudice.

Black history can help children develop empathy and understanding for others.

Learning about Black history can help students build confidence and learn to think critically. Children can learn to appreciate differences.

Black history is relevant to the present and future and, can help students understand what values are important to them.

Ms. Hines PS 18 John G Whittier Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

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Staten Island, NY 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

300 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Outus Black History Month Decorations Paper Fans Juneteenth Hanging Paper Fans Kente Ceiling Wall Garland for African American Party Bulletin Board Classroom Decor(18 Pcs,Classic) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Hey Black Child • Amazon Business $16.05 1 $16.05
HunnmingRe Black History Month Door Cover African American Heritage Festival Holiday Party Decoration DIY Juneteenth Door Banner February School Classroom Front Porch Sign with 5 Rolls Crepe Paper • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
WILLBOND 3 Pieces Wool Felt Ball Garland Colorful Pom Pom Garland 6.5 Ft Long 24 Ball Garland for Mardi Gras Halloween Thanksgiving Xmas Black History Month (Black,Green,Red,Yellow) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
African Proverbs for Kids: Celebrate your African heritage with engaging proverbs from across the African continent • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
LOVIMAG Strong Magnetic Hooks, 30lbs Magnetic Hooks for Cruise Cabins, Magnet Hooks for Cruise Ship Essentials, Rare Earth Magnets with Hooks for Refrigerator,Hanging,Classroom,Kitchen,Ceiling-25 Pack • Amazon Business $10.44 1 $10.44
The ABCs of Black History (The ABCs of History) • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
I Am Every Good Thing • Amazon Business $9.31 1 $9.31
Black Boy Joy: 17 Stories Celebrating Black Boyhood • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Son, Listen: Real-world Advice Every Boy Needs to Hear • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Sunwer Black History Month Photo Booth Backdrop African American Inspirational Wall Posters Classroom Bulletin Board Hanging Banner (5.9×3.6ft) • Amazon Business $8.90 1 $8.90
Dude, That's Rude!: (Get Some Manners) (Laugh & Learn®) • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79
Nepnuser Black History Month Table Runner Kwanzaa African American Party Decoration Home Dining Room Kitchen Decor 72Inches Long • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Black Girls Coloring Book For Adults And Teens: 50 Fabulous Portraits Of Beautiful African American Little Girls For Relaxation And Stress Relief • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97
100 African Americans Who Shaped American History: Incredible Stories of Black Heroes (Black History Books for Kids) • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49
Please, Baby, Please (Classic Board Books) • Amazon Business $7.19 1 $7.19
Little Black Boys Coloring Book: For African American Boys Ages 4-8 | Coloring Pages For Cool Brown And Black Boys With Curly And Natural Hair. • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
20th Century African American History for Kids: The Major Events that Shaped the Past and Present (History by Century) • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
Shades of Black: A Celebration of Our Children • Amazon Business $6.29 1 $6.29
Shades of Black: A Celebration of Our Children • Amazon Business $6.29 1 $6.29

Materials cost

$198.32

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.99

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$235.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.52

Total project goal

$276.80

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $276.80

3 Donors

-$138.40

Donations toward project cost

-$117.64

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.76

Matching donations from our partners

-$138.40

Match offers toward project cost

-$117.64

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.76

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