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Mrs. Speno from New York, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Performance Of A Lifetime

Help me give my students the performance of a lifetime. Our students are putting on a production of Madagascar Jr. for our school and the community.

  • $197 goal

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My Project

Come see our exciting show!! These backdrops will be used to set the stage in our Broadway Jr. production of Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Jr. This is the first even performance at our school.

Help our students shine bright in their performance of a lifetime!

These backdrops will help tell the story and bring the performance to life. Our middle school students have been working so hard. Unfortunately we lack the funding for costumes, props, and backdrops. We need your help to bring our show to life and support our students

Mrs. Speno PS 180 Hugo Newman Grades 6-8

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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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New York, 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

360 students impacted 4donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Fomcet 8FT Gold Round Backdrop Stand Circle Balloon Arch Frame Large Metal Wedding Arch for Anniversary Birthday Party Valentine Ceremony Wedding Decorations Thickened Square Tubes • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
MAQTT 10x8FT Jungle Palm Wildlife Park Photo Backdrop Tropical Rainforest Plant Photography Background Baby Shower Party Banner Friends Family Party Decor Supplies • Amazon Business $41.90 1 $41.90
SVBright Jungle Animals Backdrop 7Wx5H Wildlife Summer Tropical Desert African Safari Scenic for Boys Birthday Party Baby Shower Decorations Photography Background Banner Photo Booth Studio • Amazon Business $17.88 1 $17.88
BELECO Cruise Backdrop Fabric 7x5ft Cruise Ship Deck Backdrop for Cruise Party Decorations Blue Sea and Sky Ocean Background Cruise Theme Wedding Photography Nautical Birthday Photoshoot Props • Amazon Business $17.88 1 $17.88
NYC Time Square Buildings Photo Backdrops Taxi New York Fashion Street Party Photography Background Adult Portrait Studio Booth Props Banner 7x5ft • Amazon Business $12.50 1 $12.50

Materials cost

$135.15

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$167.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$29.50

Total project goal

$196.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $196.68

1 Donor

-$98.34

Donations toward project cost

-$83.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.75

match offer

-$98.34

Match offer toward project cost

-$83.59

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.75

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 $0.00

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