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Ms. Wahrman from Flushing, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Greeting Cards to Improve Mental Health

Help me give my students materials to make greeting cards to improve their mental health and the mental health of their classmates!

  • $493 goal

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My Project

Please help me give my students materials for a therapeutic art project designed to enhance the mental health of special needs students through greeting card making. This initiative aims to provide students with a creative outlet that fosters self-expression, boosts self-esteem, and strengthens emotional resilience.

Greeting card making is a versatile and engaging activity that allows students to express their thoughts and feelings in a tangible form.

Our program will supply high-quality materials including cardstock, colored markers, paint stickers, and decorative elements. We have some of these supplies, but are in need of cardstock, envelopes, and a paper cutter. By engaging in this creative process, students will have the opportunity to develop fine motor skills, practice problem-solving, and experience a sense of accomplishment as they create personalized cards for themselves, their peers, and their families.

Engaging in art activities like card making has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, offering a therapeutic outlet for students to process emotions. Completing a greeting card provides a sense of achievement and pride, contributing positively to self-worth. By creating cards for others, students will practice empathy and strengthen their social interactions, enhancing their sense of belonging.

This project will provide a meaningful and therapeutic experience for special needs students, promoting their mental health and well-being through the simple yet profound act of greeting card crafting. We respectfully request funding for the materials necessary to bring this vision to life and make a lasting impact on the lives of these students.

Ms. Wahrman PS Q177 Robin Sue Ward School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

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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Flushing, 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

8 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Colarr 300 Pcs Blank Cards with Envelopes Greetings Invitation Single Panel Envelopes A6 Colored Envelopes 4x6 Inch Colorful Envelopes and Card for Invitations Birthday Wedding Baby Shower • Amazon Business $32.99 3 $98.97
200 Pack A7 Colorful 5x7 Envelopes Invitation Envelopes for 5x7 Cards, Birthday, Weddings, Graduations, Greeting Cards, Baby Shower 5.24 x 7.24 Inches (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $22.99 3 $68.97
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock, Punchy Pastel 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb./176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91780) • Amazon Business $20.19 2 $40.38
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock, Sunny" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91704) • Amazon Business $18.49 2 $36.98
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock,"Frosty" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" (91689) • Amazon Business $18.49 2 $36.98
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock,"Brilliant" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91687), Assorted • Amazon Business $18.49 2 $36.98
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock, Flourescent" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91703) • Amazon Business $17.49 2 $34.98
Paper Cutter, Paper Slicer with Safety Guard and Blade Lock, 12" Cut Length Guillotine Paper Cutter with 16 Sheet Capacity, Paper Cutters and Trimmers for Cardstock Cardboard (Gray) • Amazon Business $21.97 1 $21.97
Astrobrights/Neenah Bright White Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 65 lb/176 gsm, White, 75 Sheets (90905-02) - Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$383.20

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$418.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.93

Total project goal

$492.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$492.88

1 Donor

-$246.43

Donations toward project cost

-$209.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.96

match offer

-$246.45

Match offer toward project cost

-$209.48

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.97

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$0.00

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