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Ms. Mack from New York, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building A Better Tomorrow!

Help me give my students engaging building materials and accessories for our Block Center!

  • $1,065 goal

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My Project

Our classroom is filled with an inclusive, diverse group of energetic, curious, and eager to learn Pre-K students in Central Harlem! I am looking to provide them with new resources to build wonderfully creative structures! Please help their little hands get stronger as they use new fun materials to build.

The children will engage in the careful thought and exploration process of planning, designing, and creating structures from the beginning to the end!

Lucky for us, living in New York City, we get to see a rich variety of building styles. The students are aware of the different shapes, colors, and materials used to create our community. The new materials (blocks, play figures, etc.) will further add to the children's understanding of how buildings and structures are designed and created for our use and enjoyment.

Ms. Mack PS 197 John B Russwurm Grades PreK-2

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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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

36 students impacted 10donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
StemFuel Deluxe 112 Piece Jumbo Building Blocks Variety Pack | Mega Builder Block Kit for Toddlers | Includes 63 Colored Large Blocks and 49 Colored Small Blocks | 112 Piece Value Pack | Made in USA • Amazon Business $224.00 1 $224.00
50 Pack Foam Brick Building Blocks Actual Brick Size Foam Blocks Large Fake Brick Foam Construction Blocks Toy Stacking Block Thick Cinder Block for Stacking and Construction 8 x 4 x 2.4 Inch (Red) • Amazon Business $118.99 1 $118.99
Zhanmai 50 Pack Foam Brick Building Blocks for Kids Thick Cinder Blocks Foam Blocks Large Fake Brick Foam Construction Blocks Toy Stacking Block for Stacking and Construction 8 x 4 x 2.4 Inch (Gray) • Amazon Business $117.99 1 $117.99
DEEKIN 25 Pcs Foam Brick Building Blocks and 12 Pcs Foam Wooden Beam Building Blocks, Foam Blocks Thick Cinder Blocks Large Fake Brick Builders Set for Construction and Stacking (Gray) • Amazon Business $100.99 1 $100.99
Playlearn Foam Wooden Beam Building Blocks – 24 Pieces - Block Set for Kids – Safe Non Toxic Eva Foam • Amazon Business $68.59 1 $68.59
Wonderful Think Creative Home 14x14 Inch Fruit Storage Stool Ottoman, Cute Folding Storage Toy Box with Foam Cushion, Collapsible Storage Seat Chest (Tree Stump) • Amazon Business $19.69 2 $39.38
Cre8tive Minds Marvel Education Friends with Diverse Abilities Figure Set, Inclusive Doll Set of 6 for Ages 3 and Up, Multicolor, 5 inches (MTC-164) • Amazon Business $37.55 1 $37.55
Bmag 46 PCS Magnetic Balls and Rods Set, Magnet Building Sticks Set, Building Blocks Tiles, STEM Stacking Toys for Kids,Juniors,Toddlers • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Melissa & Doug Deluxe Jumbo Cardboard Blocks (24 Pieces) - Pretend Brick For Building • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Cre8tive Minds African American Family Doll Set, Multicolor, 1 L x 2 W x 5 H in • Amazon Business $25.31 1 $25.31
Marvel - 136 Education Pretend Play Hispanic Family, Toy Figures for Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Safari Ltd People TOOB With 7 Everyday Heroes Figurine Toys, Including Construction Worker, Policeman, Mailman, Pilot, Chef, Fireman, and Veterinarian • Amazon Business $18.80 1 $18.80
Constructive Playthings SNG-400 Wooden Community Helpers, Set of 25 Pieces for Block Play • Amazon Business $16.28 1 $16.28

Materials cost

$854.85

Vendor shipping charges

 $6.75

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$904.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$159.60

Total project goal

$1,064.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,064.02

7 Donors

-$532.01

Donations toward project cost

-$452.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$79.80

match offer

-$532.01

Match offer toward project cost

-$452.21

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$79.80

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 $0.00

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