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Mrs. Minor-White from Newport News, VA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Talking Money Management to Teens With Disabilities

Help me give my students the knowledge of how to count, identify and budget money

  • $451 goal

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My Project

Teaching teens with disabilities about money management is important for several reasons:

Independence and Self-Sufficiency: Learning to manage money empowers teens with disabilities to gain independence, helping them make decisions about theirspending, saving, and budgeting.

This skill is crucial as they transition into adulthood.

Life Skills Development: Money management is a vital life skill. Understanding how to handle finances can help teens with disabilities navigate real-world situations, such as managing bills, saving for future needs, or making informed purchasing decisions.

Employment and Income: Many teens with disabilities will enter the workforce, and knowing how to manage their income is crucial for maintaining financial stability. Understanding wages, taxes, and savings can help them plan for the future.

Preventing Exploitation: Financial literacy helps protect individuals from exploitation. Teens with disabilities who understand money management are better equipped to recognize scams or avoid financial abuse, which they may be more vulnerable to.

Tailored Support for Diverse Needs: Teens with disabilities often face unique financial challenges, such as navigating government benefits or managing healthcare costs. Learning these skills early helps them prepare for these complexities and make informed choices.

6. Confidence and Self-Esteem: Gaining control over their finances can boost a teen’s confidence and sense of responsibility, reinforcing their self-worth and capability to handle everyday challenges.

In short, financial literacy fosters independence, security, and empowerment for teens with disabilities, setting them up for long-term success. The items will help the students with recognizing and using money. The workbooks will help with teaching money assignments along with the copier which will help making several copies when needed.

Mrs. Minor-White Denbigh High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Newport News, VA View local requests

Nearly all 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

HBCU Alum 18 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Amazon - Kindle E-Reader (2022 release) 6" display - 16GB - 2022 - Black • Best Buy Education $89.38 2 $178.76
HP - ENVY 6455e Wireless All-In-One Inkjet Printer with 3 months of Instant Ink Included with HP+ - White • Best Buy Education $61.03 1 $61.03
30 Pack Pocket Calculator Small Battery Powered Calculator Bulk Mini Size 4 Function Calculator Hand Held Basic Calculator for Students Kids School Home Office (Green, White, Red, Yellow, Blue, Black) • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Case for 6.8" Kindle Paperwhite 11th Generation 2021, New PU Leather Cover for Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, Auto Sleep Wake, Lightweight Kindle Cover Compatible for Kindle 6.8 2021, Black • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
School Smart United States Play Money, Assorted Colors, 320 Bills - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $20.02 1 $20.02
Practice Writing Checks With Blank Checks Template: For students, parents, kids, etc. (Writing a check) • Amazon Business $9.70 1 $9.70
The Money Club: A Teenage Guide to Financial Literacy Workbook • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$345.47

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$382.65

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.53

Total project goal

$450.18

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $450.18

1 Donor

-$225.09

Donations toward project cost

-$191.33

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.76

match offer

-$225.08

Match offer toward project cost

-$191.32

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.76

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