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Ms. Torres from Chicago, IL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Dazzle, Dance, and Show Appreciation: Spring Show Edition

Help me give my students the sparkle they need for our Spring Show!

  • 4 donors
  • $556 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

As we prepare for our annual Spring Show, our dancers are excited to bring their creativity and hard work to the stage. However, there are a few items we need to make this year's performance even more special.

To help our students shine, we are looking to fund accessories for costumes that will add flair and originality to their looks.

Our dancers are already working hard in rehearsal, but we want them to feel confident and proud of their performance. Items such as headpieces, jewelry, tights, gloves, and other small accessories will bring their costumes to life and make them truly sparkle.

Additionally, we want to create a lasting memory for the dance moms who support our dancers every step of the way. We plan to create special Mother's Day cards with heartfelt messages from the team, letting them know how much they are appreciated. These cards will be a meaningful gesture to show gratitude for their endless support.

We also need to prepare for the show by decorating the venue with flowers, balloons, streamers, and other decorations to set the mood and create an unforgettable atmosphere for the event. These decorations will help make the Spring Show feel like the wonderful celebration it is for both the dancers and their families.

Your generous donation will help provide the necessary supplies for the costume accessories, decorations, and Mother's Day cards for the team. With your support, our students will feel confident, the dance moms will know how much they mean to us, and our Spring Show will be a huge success.

Ms. Torres Curie Metropolitan 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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ss20 Dark Green Ab Crystal Rhinestones Flatback Non Hotfix， Yantuo 1440 Pcs 5mm Emerald Ab Rhinestone Glue On，Bling Glass Diamonds Stone for Nail Art ，DIY Craft，Makeup，Tumbler，Shoes，Clothing • Amazon Business $17.99 6 $107.94
8 PCS Long Rhinestone Hair Chains Silver Punk Crystal Hair Extension Clips Bling 20 Inch Tassel Head Decorative Hairpin Women Girls Nightclub Party Daily Headwear • Amazon Business $9.99 8 $79.92
Beadsland 288pcs Flat Back Crystal Rhinestones Round Gems for Nail Art and Craft Glue Fix, Purple Velvet,SS30,6.3-6.5mm • Amazon Business $8.33 5 $41.65
Beadsland 288 Pieces Flat Back Crystal Rhinestones Round Gems,Peridot AB,SS30,6.3-6.5mm • Amazon Business $7.36 5 $36.80
Secret Antiperspirant and Deodorant for Women, 24hr Sweat & Odor Protection, PH Balanced Protection, Gentle on Skin, Invisible Solid, Travel Size, Powder Fresh Scent, 0.5 oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $36.00 1 $36.00
LABUK 40pcs Journals Bulk, A5 Kraft Lined Journaling Notebooks Bulk, Rainbow Composition Notebook, 12 Colors 60 Pages for Writing, School, Kids Gift • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Hallmark Mothers Day Cards Assortment, Mother's Day Wishes (36 Cards with Envelopes) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
AIBIIN 7x5ft Feliz Dia Mama Backdrop Mexican Happy Mother's Day Photography Background Pink Gold Floral Glitter Party Decorations Feliz Día De La Madre Thanks Mother Party Banner Photo Props • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
CCAMSSELY Spanish Mothers Day Cards - 16 Pack Flower Happy Mother's Day Cards with Envelopes for Mom Daughter Wife Grandma Sister Friend Aunt Nana Grandmother • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Tide Stain Remover for Clothes, Tide To Go Pen, Instant Stain & Spot Remover for Clothes, Travel & Pocket Size, 5 Count (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $11.65 1 $11.65
EXTRA Spearmint Sugarfree Chewing Gum, 15 Pieces (Pack of 10) • Amazon Business $11.49 1 $11.49
2 Pcs Black Smoothing and Sectioning Brush Set - Double-Sided Comb for Edge Teasing, Parting, and Ballroom Dancing Hairstyling • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$409.40

Vendor shipping charges

 $26.99

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$472.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.39

Total project goal

$555.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $555.92

2 Donors

-$400.71

Donations toward project cost

-$400.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$84.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$71.82

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.68

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$70.71

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 $0.00

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