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Mr. Andy from Flushing, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Community Clean Up Crew

Help me give my students materials to take initiative to keep our community and neighborhood clean.

  • $500 goal

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My Project

Our school is full of young learners with big hearts and even bigger potential to make a difference. We want to tap into that potential and show them that even at their age, they have the power to change their surroundings for the better. That’s why we’re launching a project focused on cleaning up the neighborhood surrounding our school. It’s not just about picking up trash—it’s about teaching our students responsibility, respect for their environment, and the importance of taking care of the place they call home.

Every day, our students walk through their neighborhood on their way to school, and while they enjoy the sights and sounds of the community, they can’t help but notice the litter and debris scattered around.

We want to show them that instead of feeling discouraged, they can take action to improve their environment. Through this project, our students will participate in regular neighborhood cleanups, learning valuable lessons about environmental stewardship and teamwork along the way.

We’re asking for materials that will help our students safely and effectively clean up the neighborhood. Gloves, trash pickers, bins, and trash bags will allow them to collect litter with ease, while safety vests will ensure they remain visible and protected as they work.

What’s even more exciting is that we hope our students will inspire the adults in our community to follow their lead. We believe that when people see young children stepping up to make a difference, it can motivate everyone to do better. We want our students to set an example, showing that it doesn’t take much to keep our neighborhood clean and beautiful—it just takes a little effort and care. With your help, we can create a cleaner, greener neighborhood and inspire both children and adults to take pride in our shared space.

Mr. Andy PS 244 - The Active Learning Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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Flushing, NY View local requests

More than half 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

430 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Collapsible Foldable Wagon, Heavy Duty Folding Wagon with 400lbs Weight Capacity, Beach Cart with Big Wheels for Sand, Portable Utility Outdoor Cart • Amazon Business $117.99 1 $117.99
6 Pack Trash Grabber Reacher Tool for Elderly, 32" Foldable Trash Picker Upper Grabber Long Handy Mobility Aids Lightweight Reaching Tool for Pick Up Stick Arm Extension Litter Claw Picker (Green) • Amazon Business $56.99 1 $56.99
6 Pack Trash Grabber Reacher Tool for Elderly, 32" Foldable Trash Picker Upper Grabber Long Handy Mobility Aids Lightweight Reaching Tool for Pick Up Stick Arm Extension Litter Claw Picker (Yellow) • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99
Unittype 10 Pcs Kids Safety Vest Bulk High Visibility Reflective Vest with Zipper Neon Traffic Vest for Aged 3-10 Children • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
Unittype 10 Pcs Kids Safety Vest Bulk High Visibility Reflective Vest with Zipper Neon Traffic Vest for Aged 3-10 Children • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
Glad 13 Gallon Trash Bag, 8.5"x8.5", Low Density, .72 mil, White, 100 Bags/Box (CLO 78526) • Quill.com $18.59 1 $18.59
Kebada K Kids Gardening Gloves Bulk Pack,Stretchy Toddler Garden Gloves,Grip Kids Work Gloves for 3-9 Years Old,Green Yellow Pink • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Kebada K Kids Gardening Gloves Bulk Pack,Stretchy Toddler Garden Gloves,Grip Kids Work Gloves for 3-9 Years Old,Green Yellow Pink • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98

Materials cost

$388.48

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$424.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.88

Total project goal

$499.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $499.19

1 Donor

-$499.19

Donations toward project cost

-$424.31

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.88

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 $0.00

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