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Ms. Garven from Brighton, MA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Step Into Success: Dance Shoes & Supplies Needed!

Help me give my students dance shoes, yoga mats for stretching, and supplies for our dance program!

  • 18 donors
  • $1,204 goal

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My Project

Help My Students Step Into Success: Dance Shoes & Supplies Needed!

As a passionate arts educator, I believe every student deserves the opportunity to express themselves through movement.

However, many of my students lack the proper dance shoes and supplies needed to train safely and confidently.

With your support, I can provide essential dance shoes and supplies that will help my students develop their skills, protect their bodies from injury, and fully participate in our program. These materials will not only enhance their technical training but also boost their confidence and ensure that every student, no matter their background, has access to high-quality arts education.

Your donation—no matter the size—will make a direct impact on these young performers, giving them the tools they need to shine including dance shoes, mats for stretching, and ballet bars to build on their technique! Thank you for helping my students dance their way toward success!

Ms. Garven Boston Green Academy Grades 9-12

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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Brighton, MA 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

50 students impacted 18donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
24 Pcs 3 mm Thick Yoga Mat Bulk, 68.11 x 24.02 Inches Exercise Workout Mat Non Slip Fitness Yoga Pad for Women Kids Gym Home Yoga Pilates, Reliable Sturdy Material and Easy to Clean (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $179.99 1 $179.99
UMEKEN Wood/Aluminum/Steel Ballet Barre 4 Foot Portable Barre Bar Home Adjustable Freestanding Ballet Stretch Dance Bar for Kids Adult with Carry Bag • Amazon Business $76.00 2 $152.00
Linodes PU Leather Lace Up Tap Shoe Dance Shoes for Women and Men's Dance Shoes • Amazon Business $29.99 3 $89.97
Linodes PU Leather Lace Up Tap Shoe Dance Shoes for Women and Men's Dance Shoes • Amazon Business $29.99 3 $89.97
Linodes PU Leather Lace Up Tap Shoe Dance Shoes for Women and Men's Dance Shoes • Amazon Business $29.99 3 $89.97
Linodes PU Leather Lace Up Tap Shoe Dance Shoes for Women and Men's Dance Shoes • Amazon Business $29.99 3 $89.97
Linodes PU Leather Lace Up Tap Shoe Dance Shoes for Women and Men's Dance Shoes • Amazon Business $29.99 3 $89.97
Linodes PU Leather Lace Up Tap Shoe Dance Shoes for Women and Men's Dance Shoes • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Linodes PU Leather Lace Up Tap Shoe Dance Shoes for Women and Men's Dance Shoes • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Linodes PU Leather Lace Up Tap Shoe Dance Shoes for Women and Men's Dance Shoes • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Linodes PU Leather Lace Up Tap Shoe Dance Shoes for Women and Men's Dance Shoes • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Black Diamond Stoneworks Yoga Mat Spray Cleaner: USDA Certified BIOBASED- Essential Oils, Safe for All Type of Materials, Exercise, Pilates, or Workout Mats. (1 quart) • Amazon Business $16.13 1 $16.13

Materials cost

$977.91

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,022.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$180.46

Total project goal

$1,203.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,203.04

17 Donors

-$1,015.54

Donations toward project cost

-$884.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$131.05

match offer

-$187.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$159.38

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.12

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.42

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 $0.00

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