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Mrs. Downard from Alhambra, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tricycles To Ride In Our Lunar New Year Parade!

Help me give my students tricycles so that they can ride the tricycles in our school's Lunar New Year parade!

  • $900 goal

This project expired on April 18, 2025.

This project expired on April 18, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

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The Lunar New Year Parade is a vibrant celebration that plays a significant role in our community, highlighting our rich cultural heritage and fostering a sense of unity among participants. Here are several reasons why having trikes for this event is essential:

Participation: Trikes provide a special way for students to participate in the parade.

They ensure that everyone, including those with mobility challenges, can engage in the festivities and feel a sense of belonging.

Creative Expression: Trikes can be creatively decorated to represent the themes of the Lunar New Year, such as prosperity, luck, and family. This allows students to express their creativity and pride in their cultural heritage.

Visual Appeal: Incorporating trikes into the parade adds to the visual spectacle, making the event more exciting and engaging for spectators. Colorfully decorated trikes can help to create a festive atmosphere that captures the spirit of the celebration.

Physical Activity: Riding trikes encourages physical activity among students, promoting a healthy lifestyle while they celebrate. This aligns with our goals of fostering wellness and active participation in school and community events.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Building and decorating trikes can foster teamwork among students as they work together to create something special for the parade. This collaborative effort can strengthen relationships and create lasting memories.

Your support in acquiring trikes for the Lunar New Year Parade will not only enhance the event but also promote inclusivity, creativity, and community spirit among our students. Thank you for considering this request!

Mrs. Downard Granada Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Alhambra, CA 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

24 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tricycle Big 11 1/4 Seat - 4-12 Years • Teachers' School Supply $362.51 1 $362.51
Tricycle Large 4-8 Years • Teachers' School Supply $241.66 1 $241.66

Materials cost

$604.17

Vendor shipping charges

 $66.46

Sales tax

 $55.28

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.06

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$764.97

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$134.99

Total project goal

$899.96

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