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Mr. Salazar from San Fernando, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Live On

Help me give my students materials so that they can celebrate their passed loved ones in a Dia de Los Muertos celebration.

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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

This year has presented unprecedented challenges for our staff and, most importantly, for our students. Tragically, we have lost two students to violent crimes, and many others are grappling with significant family losses. In response, we have established an after-school support group to provide a safe space for our students to process their emotions and find support.

To honor and remember the loved ones who have passed away, we are organizing a Dia de Los Muertos celebration.

This meaningful tradition allows us to create altars in tribute to those who have touched our lives, showcasing items that reflect their passions and personalities. This celebration not only offers a way to honor their memories but also helps our students work through acceptance and find closure.

By coming together in this shared experience, we aim to foster a sense of community and understanding among students who are facing similar grief. The celebration of Dia de Los Muertos will provide an opportunity for healing, reflection, and mutual support, reinforcing our commitment to their mental well-being during these difficult times.

In this celebration we will be incorporating curriculum such as writing assignments and math assignments that will deal with cost and proportions of materials. We are asking for Mexican candy and decorations that go with this event.

Mr. Salazar Mission High School Grades 9-12

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 Mr. Salazar

San Fernando, CA View local requests

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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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Namalu 2 Pack Day of The Dead Yard Signs Dia De Los Muertos Outdoor Lawn Decorations Sugar Skull Yard Signs with Stakes for Mexican Fiesta Halloween Party Supplies Lawn Garden Decor • Amazon Business $15.99 8 $127.92
9 Ft Day of The Dead Halloween Archway Inflatables Arch Skull Skeleton with Led Light Halloween Decorations Outdoor Decor Blow up Inflatables for Halloween Holiday Party Lawn Yard Garden Decor • Amazon Business $88.10 1 $88.10
6 FT Halloween Inflatables Decoration, Blow Up Yard Decorations, Day of The Dead Spooky Sugar Skull Couple Guitar and Skeleton Dog, Dia De Los Muertos Décor with Built-in LED for Outdoor Garden, Lawn • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Baquler 3 Sets Marigold Lights 29'' Height Solar Marigold Lights with 21 Marigold Flowers Heads Outdoor Waterproof Garden Landscape Lights for Diwali Day of The Dead Halloween Party • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
LORENA-PELON PELON PELO RICO Tamarind Candy Bottles, 1 oz (36 Count) • Amazon Business $13.31 4 $53.24
Vero Banda Fuego Mix Assorted Chili Lollipops, Artificially Flavored, Net Wt. 21.86 Ounces, 40 Count Bag • Amazon Business $11.06 4 $44.24
WBHome 4 Ft Halloween Inflatable Outdoor Skull Guitar Decorations, Day of The Dead Blow Up Yard Decor with Built-in LED Light for Lawn Home Dia de Los Muertos Party Indoor Outdoor • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
PiCAo Spicy Tamarind Candy Sticks, 50 count, 1kg., Popti Rico Tamarindo, Dulces Mexicanos, 100% Tamarind Mexican Candy • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Cinnvoice Day of the Dead Marigold Arch Kit Includes 25 ft Artificial Marigold Flowers Garland 12ft Table Balloon Arch Kit with 25 Clips and 12 Pcs 3D Butterfly for dia de los muertos Altar Decor • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Pulparindo Mexican Candy snack Mix Flavors: Tamarind, Hot, Mango, Watermelon and Chamoy Assortment Of De la Rosa Candies (Tamarind,Watermelon,XtraSpicy,Mango, 20 count) • Amazon Business $8.48 4 $33.92
Coca-Cola, 12 fl oz, 12 Pack • Amazon Business $7.64 4 $30.56
Baquler 3 Sets Marigold Lights 29'' Height Solar Marigold Lights with 21 Marigold Flowers Heads Outdoor Waterproof Garden Landscape Lights for Diwali Day of The Dead Halloween Party • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Pulparindo Mexican Candy Variety Pack, 21 Packs of Spicy, Sweet, and Salty Fruit Flavors (Tamarindo, Mango, Watermelon) • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Mexican Party Banners (5 Pack - 10 Plastic Flag Designs per Banner) - Papel Picado Dia de los Muertos Decorations for Altar - Day of the Dead Banners - Day of Dead Décor • Amazon Business $23.69 1 $23.69
Cucharita Pinatera Tamarind Flavored Mexican Candy Spoon 100 pcs Tamarindo • Amazon Business $11.50 2 $23.00
Dr Pepper Soda, 12 fl oz cans, 12 pack • Amazon Business $5.24 4 $20.96
Capri Sun Fruit Punch, Strawberry Kiwi & Mixed Fruit Variety Pack Ready-to-Drink Juice (30 Pouches, 3 Boxes of 10), packaging may vary • Amazon Business $8.78 2 $17.56
De la Rosa Mazapan, Mexican Original Peanut Candy, Regular and covered in chocolate (Regular, Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $7.85 2 $15.70
Pure Life, Purified Water, 8 Fl Oz, Plastic Bottled Water, 24 Pack • Amazon Business $4.99 3 $14.97

Materials cost

$798.76

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $73.09

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$913.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$161.26

Total project goal

$1,075.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,075.09

2 Donors

-$537.54

Donations toward project cost

-$456.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$80.63

match offer

-$537.55

Match offer toward project cost

-$456.92

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$80.63

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