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Ms. Villasenor from Los Angeles, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Laminating Machine

Help me give my students a laminating machine to save their projects and have them last longer. Some memories are worth saving.

  • $184 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

I am reaching out on behalf of our early education center in East Los Angeles. Our center is a place dedicated to providing a nurturing and enriching learning environment for young children. As we continually strive to enhance the educational experiences we offer, we have identified a pressing need for a laminator.

A laminator would greatly support our efforts to create durable and reusable learning materials, that can be used repeatedly without damage, saving time and costs in constantly reproducing materials.

These materials are essential in fostering interactive and engaging lessons, which are key to early childhood development. Additionally, laminated materials can be easily sanitized, helping us maintain a clean and safe environment for our children.

Unfortunately, due to budget constraints, we are unable to purchase a laminator and pouches at this time. We kindly request your support to help us acquire this important tool. Your generosity would have a significant impact on our ability to provide high-quality, hands-on learning experiences for our students.

Thank you for considering our request. We would be immensely grateful for any assistance you can provide.

We appreciate your support and dedication to our mission.

Ms. Villasenor Eastman Avenue Early Education Center Grades PreK-2

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 Ms. Villasenor

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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

65 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lamtetur Thermal Laminator Machine 11X17 with 70 Laminating Sheets for Office Home School Teacher Use,13inch Hot&Cold Laminating Machine for A3/A4,Lamination Machine with Paper Cutter, Corner Rounder • Amazon Business $74.99 1 $74.99
HERKKA 400 Pack Laminating Sheets, Holds 8.5 x 11 Inch Sheets, 3 Mil Clear Thermal Laminating Pouches 9 x 11.5 Inch Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size • Amazon Business $38.95 1 $38.95

Materials cost

$113.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $10.43

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$156.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.54

Total project goal

$183.62

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $183.62

3 Donors

-$183.62

Donations toward project cost

-$156.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.54

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