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Ms. Policaro from Brooklyn, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Let's Get Expressive With Art!

Help me give my students the tools for imaginative exploration and learning through engaging pretend play items that foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

  • $394 goal

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My Project

Welcome to our classroom project aimed at securing essential resources to foster a conducive learning environment and unleash our students' creative potential. Our journey in education is fueled by the desire to empower every child with the tools they need to succeed. However, some basic necessities are currently in short supply, hindering our efforts to create an optimal learning space.

This project seeks to address this challenge by providing supplies such as arts and crafts, pretend play items, and Cricut vinyl.

Your support will directly impact our students' educational experience by ensuring they have access to these fundamental resources. Whether it's wiping away spills, keeping germs at bay, or unleashing their imagination through innovative projects, your contribution will make a tangible difference in our classroom.

By investing in this project, you're not just providing supplies; you're investing in the well-being and academic success of our students. Together, let's cultivate a nurturing learning environment where every child can flourish and reach their full potential.

Thank you for your generosity and belief in the power of education.

Ms. Policaro PS Intermediate School 109 Glenwood Academy Grades PreK-2

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.

More about Ms. Policaro

Brooklyn, 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

21 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Learning Resources Pretend & Play Kitchen Set - 76 Pieces • Kaplan Early Learning Company $61.16 1 $61.16
Mimorou 10 Pack Aluminum Water Bottle Lightweight Aluminum Reusable Bottles Aluminum Travel Bottles with Carabiner Leak Proof Team Water Bottles in bulk for Gym Sports Bicycle Camping (20 oz) • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
Melissa & Doug Animal Hand Puppets (Set of 2, 4 animals in each) - Zoo Friends and Farm Friends • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
suituts 3 Pack Plastic Portable Project Case with Handle, Scrapbook Paper Storage Organizer Case, Art Craft Container Case Box, Plastic File Case for Document, Magazines Photos(14.2X10.6X2.2 Inch) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
18 Pieces 3.5 x 3.3 Inches Mini Graduation Bear Small Bears Plush Gift Stuffed Animal Bear with Cap for Class of 2024 Graduation Day Baby Shower Decoration Kindergarten High School College Party Favor • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
iImagine Vinyl Permanent Vinyl, 72 Pack Permanent Adhesive Vinyl Sheets (12”x 12”) for Silhouette Cameo and Any Craft Machine Cutters • Amazon Business $25.19 1 $25.19
Quefe 3960pcs Pony Beads for Friendship Bracelet Making Kit 48 Colors Kandi Beads Set, 2400pcs Plastic Rainbow Bulk and 1560pcs Letter Beads with 20 Meter Elastic Threads for Craft Jewelry Necklace • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
4E's Novelty Bulk Water Sports Bottles for Kids (12 Pack) 18 oz Squeeze Reusable Plastic Neon Colors BPA Free Bike Water Bottles • Amazon Business $21.55 1 $21.55
Creative Kids Preschool Crafts for Kids Create 12 Pop Stick Art Figures with 400+ Stickers & Punch Outs Toddler Art Set, Fine Motor Activities for Toddlers Arts and Crafts for Kids Age 3+ • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Colarr 24 Pcs Graduation Gift Bags with Tissue Paper 2024 Graduation Party Gift Bags with Handles for High School, College, Kindergarten, 8th Grade and More(Blue) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Old MacDonald Had a Farm - Children's Sensory Board Book with Multiple Touch and Feel Felt Legs and More • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
600 Pieces Jungle Animal Stickers Roll 1.5 Inch Zoo Animal Stickers Adorable Round Face Animal Label Decals Perforated Roll Sticker Teacher Reward Encouraging Stickers for Kid Party Envelope Seal Tags • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$299.81

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$334.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.00

Total project goal

$393.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $393.31

2 Donors

-$331.56

Donations toward project cost

-$330.06

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.50

match offer

-$5.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$4.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$56.75

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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