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

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Filament to Fulfill their Dreams!

Help me give my students all the supplies that they need to 3D print their products!

  • 5 donors
  • $106 still needed thanks to a match offer

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Our students have embarked on an exciting 3D printer project, where they are tasked with conceptualizing and designing innovative products. This hands-on experience not only encourages creativity but also enhances their understanding of engineering and design principles. To bring their ideas to life, it is crucial to provide them with a diverse selection of filament colors. By offering a variety of options, students can tailor their projects to their exact specifications, ensuring that their final products reflect their unique visions and creativity. To successfully implement this project, we seek funding for an assortment of 3D printer filaments.

Having access to multiple colors will significantly enrich the student's learning experience and allow them to fully express their creativity.

This support will foster a deeper engagement with the technology and inspire them to explore the possibilities of 3D printing in real-world applications. Your assistance in providing these materials will be instrumental in helping our students turn their ideas into tangible creations.

Mrs. Matasavage Belton Preparatory Academy Grades 6-8

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Belton, SC View local requests

More than half 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

450 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (White) • Amazon Business $21.39 2 $42.78
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Black) • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm +/- 0.02mm Skydiver Blue, Color Changeable 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs), Chameleon 3D Printing Filament Changing Colors with Light, Perfectly Hide The Layer Line • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Rainbow) • Amazon Business $24.39 1 $24.39
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Purple) • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Red) • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Natural) • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Blue) • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Grey) • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Green) • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39

Materials cost

$254.48

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $17.94

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$306.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.04

Total project goal

$360.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $360.28

3 Donors

-$75.00

Donations toward project cost

-$63.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

General Motors match offer

-$75.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

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 $210.28

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