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Mrs. Owens from Florence, SC is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cutting Out Our Place in This World

Help me give my students the LONGER Laser Engraver Ray5, supplies and safety gear needed to turn their entrepreneurial dreams into reality.

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Entrepreneurial thinking fosters creativity, problem-solving, and leadership—essential skills for the modern world. At [School Name], we aim to inspire students to transform their innovative ideas into tangible realities by integrating STEM-based learning with entrepreneurship. To support this mission, we are seeking funding to procure a LONGER Laser Engraver Ray5, along with necessary supplies and safety gear. These resources will enable our students to explore advanced manufacturing techniques and create high-quality, personalized products, helping them bridge the gap between imagination and execution.

Providing our students with the tools and resources they need to explore entrepreneurial opportunities will have a lasting impact on their futures.The laser engraver will serve as a cornerstone for various student-driven projects, allowing them to prototype, personalize, and produce items such as custom designs, signage, and artwork.

These projects are more than just hands-on learning experiences—they empower students to develop real-world skills in product design, precision engineering, and business planning. With access to safety gear and supplies, students can work confidently and responsibly, ensuring their success in both learning the technology and applying it creatively. This initiative will also foster collaboration as students work together to develop innovative solutions and products they can potentially market.

The laser engraver, coupled with comprehensive safety measures and materials, will help them gain valuable technical skills, spark creativity, and develop confidence in their ability to build, create, and sell. Your support will make it possible for us to inspire the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs. Together, we can transform their dreams into actionable successes. Thank you for considering our grant request to empower our students!

Mrs. Owens South Florence High School Grades 9-12

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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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

60 students impacted 6donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LONGER Laser Engraver Ray5 10W, 60W DIY Laser Cutter and Laser Engraving Machine with 3.5" Touch Screen,0.06mm Laser Spot 10000mm/min, Offline Usage CNC Laser Engravers for Wood Metal Acrylic Glass • Amazon Business $232.61 1 $232.61
Falken Design Clear Acrylic Sheets - 12" x 12" - 8mm Thick Plexiglass Sheets for DIY Projects, Picture Frames, and Sign Displays - Versatile, Durable & Shatterproof Plastic Sheet • Amazon Business $9.98 2 $19.96

Materials cost

$252.57

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $17.81

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$304.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.68

Total project goal

$357.85

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $357.85

4 Donors

-$250.20

Donations toward project cost

-$240.42

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.78

match offer

-$75.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$32.65

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 $0.00

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