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Ms. Pillow from Saint Louis, MO is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Makerspace Fill-Up

Help me give my students makerspace supplies for my STEM classroom . The scissor rack and scissors would be so helpful, because now I only have old hand-me-downs that always break. We ALWAYS run out of glue!

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My Project

I teach Pre-K through fifth grade STEM. One thing my students of all grades love is creating masterpieces in the makerspace. I love allowing them to take their creations with them at the end of a project, but it means we go through a lot of materials. Some of the favorite creations are boba tea with pom pom boba or takeout boxes with straws for chopsticks!

The joy on their faces when students create is so satisfying to watch.

The student that might struggle with focus during a traditional lesson can work on a makerspace problem with no interruption. The opportunity to imagine and then model is one that isn't always available to kids. Mandatory testing takes so much time, they need a chance to think in different independent ways.

The materials I have requested are generally the most popular! The paint jars will be great for individual liquid glues. Our scissors are always breaking because they are hand-me-downs! Thanks so much for your generosity in getting these materials for my students.

Ms. Pillow Gateway Science Academy - South Grades 3-5

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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.

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Creativity Street Natural Feathers, 2 to 3 Inches, Assorted Colors, Classroom Pack of 200 • School Specialty $9.74 3 $29.22
Scissors Bulk 30-Pack, All Purpose Scissors Stainless Steel Sharp Scissors for Office Home General Use Craft Supplies, High/Middle School Classroom Class Older Kids Scissor Set, Right/Left Handed • Amazon Business $28.88 1 $28.88
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.39 2 $28.78
Dixon Pom Poms Bright Hues - 200 Count Assorted Sizes • Kaplan Early Learning Company $22.46 1 $22.46
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $21.43 1 $21.43
Colored Popsicle Sticks for Crafts - [200 Count] 4.5 Inch Multi-Purpose Wooden Sticks • Amazon Business $4.99 3 $14.97
Chenille Kraft Company - Quill Feathers Bonus Bag Of 24 • Teachers' School Supply $10.49 1 $10.49
Juvale 12 Pack No Spill Paint Cups With Lids for Kids, Arts and Crafts Supplies for Classrooms (4 Colors, 3 x 3 In) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$166.22

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.02

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$212.73

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.54

Total project goal

$250.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $250.27

3 Donors

-$174.66

Donations toward project cost

-$150.96

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.70

match offer

-$72.67

Match offer toward project cost

-$61.77

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$10.90

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.94

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 $0.00

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