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Ms. Morris from Mount Vernon, NY is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Juneteenth Carnival

Help me give my students a popcorn machine, bounce houses, and cotton candy machine for a Juneteenth Carnival Celebration.

  • $2,553 goal

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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Juneteenth, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States, is a significant cultural celebration. We believe it's crucial to honor this historic event by organizing a Juneteenth Carnival. To make this carnival truly memorable, we are requesting the provision of a popcorn machine, bounce houses, and cotton candy.

The Juneteenth Carnival aims to celebrate African American heritage, promote cultural awareness, and foster community engagement.

By organizing this event, we aim to:

- Educate students about the significance of Juneteenth in American history.

- Create a joyful and inclusive atmosphere that celebrates diversity.

- Strengthen the bond between the school and the local community.

- Provide an opportunity for families to come together and enjoy festivities.

The Juneteenth Carnival at our school promises to be a memorable and meaningful event for our students, families, and community members. By providing a popcorn machine, bounce houses, and cotton candy, we can create an immersive and enjoyable experience that celebrates freedom, fosters community engagement, and educates participants about the significance of Juneteenth. We are excited about the opportunity to host this event and grateful for your support in making it a reality. Thank you for your generosity.

Ms. Morris
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
BESTPARTY Inflatable Obstacle Course Bounce House Castle with Large Slides Bounce Area and Obstacles Inflatable Bouncer House Jumper with Blower • Amazon Business $445.99 1 $445.99
Bounceland Inflatable Party Castle Bounce House Bouncer, 16 ft L x 13 ft W x 10.3 ft H, Basketball Hoop, Removable Sun Roof, UL Strong Blower included, Fun Slide and Bounce Area, Castle Theme for Kids • Amazon Business $438.04 1 $438.04
Bounceland Pro Racer Obstacle Bounce House with Dual Slides, Bounce, Climb, Slide All in One, UL 1 HP Blower Included, 19 ft x 9 ft x 7 ft H, Great for Big Party, Fun Racing Game in Teams • Amazon Business $431.04 1 $431.04
Nostalgia Popcorn Maker Machine - Professional Cart With 8 Oz Kettle Makes Up to 32 Cups - Vintage Popcorn Machine Movie Theater Style - Navy & Gold • Amazon Business $231.26 1 $231.26
VBENLEM Commercial Cotton Candy Machine with Cart (New Version), Electric Floss Maker with Stainless Steel Bowl, Sugar Scoop and Drawer, for Family and Various Party, Bright Pink • Amazon Business $169.99 1 $169.99
VEVOR Hot Dog Roller 7 Rollers 18 Hot Dogs Capacity 1050W Stainless Sausage Grill Cooker Machine with Dual Temp Control Glass Hood Acrylic Cover Bun Warmer Shelf Removable Oil Drip Tray, ETL Certified • Amazon Business $147.39 1 $147.39
Great Western Products Premium America Light Buttery Popcorn Kernels, 6 oz., 36/Box (GRE00016) • Quill.com $47.99 1 $47.99
Orville Redenbacher’s Original Gourmet Yellow Popcorn Kernels, 30 Ounce, Pack of 6 • Amazon Business $39.58 1 $39.58
Poppy's Paper Popcorn Bags - 1000 1oz Concession-Grade Bags, Popcorn Machine Accessories for Popcorn Bars, Movie Nights, Concessions • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
1000Pcs Party Favor Fidget Toys Pack, Christmas Stocking Stuffers, Goodie bag stuffers, Birthday Gift, Pinata Stuffers, Carnival Prizes Bulk Toys Treasure Box Toys for Classroom for Boys and Girls. • Amazon Business $31.86 1 $31.86
Eco Craft Stix Cotton Candy Cones. Paper Cones. Premium White Paper Cotton Candy Cones. Pack of 100 Count. • Amazon Business $10.39 3 $31.17
Orville Redenbacher's Original Gourmet White Popcorn Kernels, Gluten Free, 30 Ounce Jar (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $31.08 1 $31.08
Cotton Candy Floss SugarBlue Raspberry, Pink Vanilla, & Cherry- 3.25 lbs Per Carton. Total 9.75lbs • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$2,108.37

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$31.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,170.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$382.94

Total project goal

$2,552.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,552.94

4 Donors

-$0.00

Donations toward project cost

-$0.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

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