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Mrs. Curley from Staten Island, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Coloring Outside the Lines: Art Supplies for Creative Minds

Help me give my students paint, markers, and other art supplies to support their creativity, self-expression, and hands-on learning.

  • 7 donors
  • $458 goal

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Mrs. Curley has another project! Donate to Summer Carnival Fun: Adaptive Sports for All Abilities! to help her classroom.

All donations currently doubled!
You can complete this project for $347.
2X

My Project

My special education students are creative, curious, and full of potential. They learn best through hands-on experiences, and art provides them with a meaningful way to express themselves, develop fine motor skills, and engage with the world around them. With your support, my students will have the access to quality art supplies they need to bring their ideas to life in a way that fosters both learning and self-expression.

Art is more than just an activity—it’s a powerful tool for communication, emotional growth, and confidence-building, especially for students with special needs.

By providing vibrant paints, bold markers, and other essential supplies, we can create an inclusive space where my students can express their thoughts, emotions, and unique perspectives in a way that words sometimes cannot.

What makes my students special is their resilience, enthusiasm, and individuality. Each one brings something amazing to our classroom, and having the right materials will allow them to shine. Your support will give them the opportunity to create, explore, and grow in a space that celebrates their strengths. Thank you for believing in my students and helping them experience the joy of creativity!

Mrs. Curley Richard H Hungerford School Grades 6-8

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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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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

12 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Van Aken Jazz Water Soluble Sparkling Tempera Paint, Assorted Opaque Gloss Color, Pint Set of 10, Black • School Specialty $90.97 1 $90.97
Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers Classpack (200 Count), Bulk Markers for Classrooms, School Supplies for Kids, 10 Colors • Amazon Business $67.83 1 $67.83
Prang Ready-To-Use Washable Tempera Paints - Metallic Colors, Set of 6, 16 oz bottles • Blick Art Materials $37.68 1 $37.68
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
Crayola Washable Paint - Red, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $21.90 1 $21.90
Crayola Washable Paint - White, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $21.90 1 $21.90
Crayola Washable Paint - Black, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $21.90 1 $21.90
Crayola Washable Paint - Blue, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $21.90 1 $21.90
Crayola Washable Paint - Yellow, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $21.90 1 $21.90
100Pcs Small Paint Brushes Bulk, Anezus Flat Top Acrylic Classroom Brush for Kids Mini Paint Brushes for Touch Up Crafts Detail Painting • Amazon Business $8.59 1 $8.59

Materials cost

$344.55

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.10

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$388.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.62

Total project goal

$457.44

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $457.44

4 Donors

-$259.60

Donations toward project cost

-$231.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.69

Matching donations from our partners

-$184.60

Match offers toward project cost

-$156.91

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.69

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.24

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 $0.00

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