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Mr. Goldsmith from Brooklyn, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ear Responsible: Tune into Learning With Student Headphones!

Help me give my students headphones to complete media programming in the computer lab.

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My Project

I am writing to you today to present a grant proposal for an essential resource that our students urgently require to enhance their learning experience. Our proposal aims to secure funding for classroom headphones that will enable our students to fully engage in digital and media activities on the computer.

By donating to our cause, you will be directly impacting the lives of each student we serve.

It is crucial to note that our school is situated in a low-income community, where financial constraints often prevent students from purchasing their own supplies. Your support will provide them with the necessary resources to succeed academically and personally.

In our increasingly digital world, coding has become a critical skill for students to develop. However, our computer labs are severely underfunded, and many of our students lack access to the necessary tools. By providing student headphones, we can create an environment that fosters concentration and minimizes distractions, allowing our students to focus on their coding projects. These headphones will enable them to hear the audio of their media projects clearly without disturbing others, ultimately enhancing their learning experience.

We kindly request your consideration and support in funding this project. Your generous contribution will enable us to provide each student with a pair of headphones, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Mr. Goldsmith PS 219 Kennedy - King 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.

More about Mr. Goldsmith

Brooklyn, NY View local requests

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

40 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bulk Headphones for Classroom, 12 Pack Durable Wired School Headphones for Students. Teacher Must Haves Supplies from Elementary to College (Mixed Color) • Amazon Business $78.99 4 $315.96

Materials cost

$315.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$350.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.89

Total project goal

$412.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $412.59

5 Donors

-$205.18

Donations toward project cost

-$176.30

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.88

match offer

-$205.17

Match offer toward project cost

-$174.39

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.78

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.23

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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