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Ms. Rufien from Denver, CO is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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PerformAbility Studio

Help me give my students a dance and gymnastic studio of their dreams. The marley floors and tumble track will make a world of difference to us. Thank you for your help and support.

  • $876 goal

This project expired on June 28, 2024.

This project expired on June 28, 2024.

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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

Hello! PerformAbility is a program for children and adults with special needs. PerformAbility serves students ages 2 to 101.

At PerformAbility, we believe that everyBODY is capable.

Through our love of performance, we increase gross and fine motor skills, confidence, social skills and our working memory.

PerformAbility is working towards opening their own studio, with your help, we will be able to get closer to our dreams. The marley floor and tumble mat creates a safe environment for our students to try, learn and grow.

Please visit our website performabilityco.com to learn more about our work and programs.

We so appreciate anything you are willing to give.

Perform with us, Grow with us!

Ms. Rufien Welby Community School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

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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Denver, CO 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

75 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
IncStores 1.2mm Thick Reversible Dance Floor Roll | Low-Reflection Vinyl Marley Dance Flooring for Practice and Performance of Countless Dance Styles • Amazon Business $143.52 3 $430.56
AWSUM Inflatable Air Gymnastics Mat 10ft/13ft/16ft/20ft/23ft Training mat 4/8 inches Thick tumbling mat with Electric Pump for Home/Gym/Outdoor • Amazon Business $106.99 1 $106.99
Samson - Q2U Dynamic USB Microphone • Best Buy Education $50.40 2 $100.80
Hicarer 12 Piece Mirror Disco Ball Costume Necklaces 70s Disco Party Necklaces for Home Decorations, 1.57 Inch Stage Props, Game Accessories, School Festivals, Party Favor and Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
24 Pack Gymnastics Ribbon Wands - Unicorn Birthday Decorations - Rainbow & Princess Party Supply - Rainbow Silk Streamers - Kids Party Games - Girl Party Toy Favors for Princess & Fairy Theme • Amazon Business $26.90 1 $26.90
Disco Foil Balloons Aluminum Mylar Helium Balloons 10 Pieces 22 Inch 4D Large Mirror Metallic Balloons for Disco Dance Party Supplies Birthday Party Wedding Baby Shower (Silver) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$703.21

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$743.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.25

Total project goal

$875.01

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