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Mr. Purdy from Spartanburg, SC is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Seeing Each Other Through a New Lens

Help me give my students the ability to take the best portraits possible and each other in a new perspective.

  • 2 donors
  • $1,237 still needed

expires Jun 25

  • 2 donors
  • $1,237 still needed
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My Project

At our middle school, we believe that creativity and self-expression are essential in the growth of our students.

By introducing two new cameras into our art classroom, we are giving our students the opportunity to see the world—and each other—through a new lens.

These cameras will serve as an exciting tool for students to explore their artistic talents, capture unique perspectives, and express themselves visually. Not only will they enhance their learning experience by encouraging hands-on exploration of photography, but they will also foster collaboration, communication, and creativity within the classroom. With your support, we can provide our students with the tools they need to expand their creative horizons and build lasting memories.

Mr. Purdy J.G. McCracken Middle School Grades 6-8

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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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Spartanburg, SC 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

100 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens | Built-in Wi-Fi | 24.1 MP CMOS Sensor | DIGIC 4+ Image Processor and Full HD Videos • Amazon Business $479.00 2 $958.00

Materials cost

$958.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $67.54

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,069.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$188.81

Total project goal

$1,258.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,258.72

1 Donor

-$10.00

Donations toward project cost

-$10.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$10.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$8.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.76

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 $1,236.95

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