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Mrs. Failla from New York, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ignite Futures Through Entrepreneurship and Education!

Help me give my students the opportunity to dive into entrepreneurship and creativity!

  • $998 goal

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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

In today's dynamic and diverse society, fostering entrepreneurship among Black and Latino students is a crucial step towards achieving true racial justice and representation. This project aims to provide essential materials for students to embark on their entrepreneurial journey, specifically in the realms of jewelry-making, soap crafting, embroidery, and candle making. By offering support in these areas, we empower students to overcome systemic barriers and actively contribute to economic diversity while addressing racial disparities.

Access to necessary supplies is fundamental to any entrepreneurial endeavor.

Your support will enable my Black and Latino students to delve into the realms of their creativity. From crafting intricate jewelry pieces to formulating unique soap blends, enhancing textiles with embroidery and creating captivating candles, these supplies such as a sewing and embroidery machine will serve as the essential building blocks for their entrepreneurial ventures.

Focusing on entrepreneurship in the jewelry, soap, and candle industries directly confronts the issue of underrepresentation in these creative sectors. Encouraging Black and Latino students to become entrepreneurs in these specific fields not only empowers them individually but also contributes to breaking down the barriers that have historically hindered their participation. This initiative aligns with the principles of racial justice by creating opportunities for marginalized communities to shape their economic destinies in unique and expressive businesses.

Representation matters, and when students from underrepresented backgrounds see successful entrepreneurs in these creative fields who share their experiences, it sends a powerful message that they too can overcome challenges and achieve success. This project is not just about supplying materials; it's about instilling confidence, self-reliance, and a belief in the limitless possibilities that entrepreneurship offers.

Your contribution will not only impact the lives of these students but will also contribute to dismantling systemic barriers and fostering a business landscape that truly reflects the rich diversity of our communities.

Mrs. Failla Global Learning Collaborative Grades 9-12

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.

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Nearly all 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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Brother SE700 Sewing and Embroidery Machine, Wireless LAN Connected, 135 Built-in Designs, 103 Built-in Stitches, Computerized, 4" x 4" Hoop Area, 3.7" Touchscreen Display, 8 Included Feet • Amazon Business $499.99 1 $499.99
SAEUYVB Complete Candle Making Kit, Candle Making Kit for Adults with Hot Plate, DIY Starter Candle Making Supplies/Kit - Perfect as Home Decorations（White） • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Hula Home Premium Soap Making Kit - 44oz Purple Silicone Mold with Wooden Box, Cutter, Measuring Tools and 100 Bags - Ideal for Adults, Melt and Pour or Cold Process Soap • Amazon Business $29.49 1 $29.49
Hearth & Harbor DIY Making Supply Kit Natural Soy Cotton Wicks, Centering Tools, Candle Wax Flakes and More, Multi, 5 lbs • Amazon Business $24.78 1 $24.78
CHANGTIKEJI Mica Powder，63 Colors - 10g/Bottle of Natural Pigment Powder for Epoxy Resin，Lip Gloss，Eye Shadow,Car Paint, Dye,Soap Making,Nail Polish,Candle Making,Bath Bombs • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Sewing Thread Kit 100 Color All Purpose Polyester Thread kit 250 Yards Each Spool for Quilting Embroidery Thread Kit Hand and Machine Sewing • Amazon Business $23.81 1 $23.81
Primal Elements Argan Oil Soap Base - Moisturizing Melt and Pour Glycerin Soap Base for Crafting and Soap Making, Vegan, Cruelty Free, Easy to Cut - 5 Pound • Amazon Business $22.60 1 $22.60
80 Pcs Blank Leatherette Hat Patches with Adhesive Rustic Patches Laser Supplies Faux Leather Hat Patches with Iron on Adhesive Bulk for Hat Shirt Dress Sweater Jean (Caqui, Redondo y Rectángulo) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Resin Molds for Jewelry, Paxcoo 678pcs Earring Making Kit with 28pcs Epoxy Molds and 650pcs Earring Hooks, Jump Rings for Pendants, Resin Crafts, DIY Earring • Amazon Business $17.89 1 $17.89
Chameleon Mica Powder – Epoxy Resin Color Pigment Powder - Color Shift Mica Powder - Epoxy Resin Pigment Powder 8 Colors Jars Set 1 – Chameleon Powder - Holographic Mica Powder • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
UV Resin Clear Hard Type 200g Transparent UV Curing Ultraviolet Cure Resin, Solar Cure Sunlight Activated Resin for DIY Resin Jewelry Making • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Moukiween Soap Massage Silicone Mold，2 Pcs Massage Soap Mold Massage Bar Mold Handmade Silicone Soap Molds for Soap Making • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Life of the Party Glycerin Soap Base - Clear Glycerin, 2 lb • Blick Art Materials $9.06 1 $9.06
shynek Open Bezels for Resin, 60Pcs Hollow Frame Pendants Resin Craft Bezels Jewelry Molds for Resin Casting, Necklaces Earrings Making Supplies • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Moukiween Silicone Soap Molds-2PCS 6 Cavities Zodiac Soap Mold 2.1oz,12 Constellations Silicone Molds for Soap Bath Bombs Shower Steamer Lotion Bars Candle • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
9 Bags Dried Flowers,100% Natural Dried Flowers Herbs Kit for Soap Making, DIY Candle Making,Bath - Include Rose Petals,Lavender,Don't Forget Me,Lilium,Jasmine,Rosebudsand More • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49

Materials cost

$796.03

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$847.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.63

Total project goal

$997.55

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $997.55

3 Donors

-$955.70

Donations toward project cost

-$847.92

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$107.78

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$41.85

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