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Mrs. Hardy from Placerville, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Let's Build a BUSINESS!

Help me give my students The project aims to empower individuals with disabilities in an Adult Transition Program (CapABLE Creations), learning the skill of silk screening, essential job skills, work ethic, and community through creating a profitable business.

  • $2,694 goal

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Empowering Through Creativity: A Vision for an Inclusive Adult Transition Program-Capable Creations

In the heart of El Dorado County, Capable Creations envisions a transformative initiative that bridges the gap for individuals with disabilities.

Our proposed Adult Transition Program is designed to empower these individuals and their creativity and determination to build essential job skills and work ethic through silk screening.

A Business of Their Own: CapABLE Creations

At the heart of our program lies the creation of a business centered around silk screening. This endeavor provides a platform for the students to channel their creativity into fabulous products, such as hats and T-shirts. It also serves as a means of generating revenue for the program. Remarkably, our students have already demonstrated their commitment and hard work by earning a portion of the funds required to launch this initiative.

Silk Screening as a Catalyst for Job Skills and Community Integration.

The program will begin teaching silk screening workshops, business planning and selling, community-based instruction outings, and vocational training. Beyond acquiring skills in silk screening, these activities aim to foster a strong work ethic, entrepreneurship, and enhanced social skills. The community-based instruction outings will provide students with invaluable hands-on experiences, promoting a wonderful integration into the community and students' understanding of the work environment.

Budget Overview: Funding the Heart of the Program

We hope to cover the purchase of some silk screening equipment, an investment that can truly make a difference in our program, Capable Creations.

To be clear, our vision goes beyond the silkscreening studio. We can't wait to enjoy tangible outcomes such as increased employability, improved social skills, and the creation of a sustainable business model that will continue to support the program and community for years to come.

Mrs. Hardy El Dorado High School Grades 9-12

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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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Placerville, CA 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

20 students impacted 12donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Dryer with Sensor Silk Screen Flash Dryer 20x24 Inch, Automatic Double Fan Flash Dryer 220V 6000W IR Flash Dryer for Screen Printing • Amazon Business $594.84 1 $594.84
VEVOR Screen Printer 4 Color 2 Station Silk Screen Printing Kit 55x45cm T-Shirt Screen Printing Machine Screenprint Press (4 Color 2 Station) • Amazon Business $161.38 1 $161.38
VEVOR Screen Printer 4 Color 2 Station Silk Screen Printing Kit 55x45cm T-Shirt Screen Printing Machine Screenprint Press (4 Color 2 Station) • Amazon Business $161.38 1 $161.38
10 Pieces 25oz Reusable Aluminum Water Bottles Bulk Multicolor Outdoor Sports Water Bottles Multipack Travel Bottles for Gym, Hiking, Cycling, Camping, Fishing, Snap Lid • Amazon Business $40.59 1 $40.59
2Pcs Screen Frame Butterfly Hinge Clamp for Silk Screen Printing Hobby Printer Include Four Screws • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
2Pcs Screen Frame Butterfly Hinge Clamp for Silk Screen Printing Hobby Printer Include Four Screws • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Speedball Speed Clean, 16-Ounce, Screen Printing Screen Cleaner • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
3 Yards 1.27 Meters Silk Screen Printing Fabric Mesh Screen Printing Mesh Wide High Tension Mesh Making Ink Supplies 110 Mesh(43T) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$1,004.05

Vendor shipping charges

$1,148.85

Sales tax

$91.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.06

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,289.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$404.09

Total project goal

$2,693.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$2,693.92

11 Donors

-$2,104.83

Donations toward project cost

-$1,992.33

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$112.50

match offer

-$350.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$297.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$52.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$239.09

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$0.00

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