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Mr. Coburn from Millbrook, AL is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Welders for the Future

Help me give my students 12 welding jackets and 12 welding gloves to ensure they are well protected while learning and practicing their welding skills.

  • 10 donors
  • $678 goal

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My Project

Welding gloves and jackets are essential for my students' safety and confidence as they develop their skills in the shop. These items provide critical protection from heat, sparks, and sharp metal edges, allowing students to focus on technique rather than worrying about injury. With the proper gear, they can practice longer and more effectively, which directly impacts their ability to refine their welding techniques. Having access to high-quality safety equipment ensures that students can work in a professional manner, preparing them for real-world welding jobs.

My goal for these items is to create a safe and supportive learning environment where students can fully engage with hands-on welding projects.

By providing proper protective equipment, I hope to build their confidence and encourage them to push their skills further. These gloves and jackets will allow students to take on more advanced projects without hesitation, helping them develop both technical skills and a strong work ethic.

What makes my students special is their determination and passion for learning a valuable trade. Many of them come from diverse backgrounds and see welding as an opportunity to build a better future for themselves. They are eager to learn, work hard, and take pride in creating something with their own hands. By equipping them with the right tools and safety gear, I am giving them the best chance to succeed, not just in the classroom but in their future careers.

Mr. Coburn Stanhope Elmore High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

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.

More about Mr. Coburn

Millbrook, AL 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

100 students impacted 10donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
E9416 Welding Jacket L 30 Green • Grainger $33.09 6 $198.54
E9416 Welding Jacket XL 30 Green • Grainger $33.09 6 $198.54
Welding Gloves Stick XL/10 PK12 • Grainger $100.56 1 $100.56

Materials cost

$497.64

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$40.56

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$575.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.59

Total project goal

$677.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$677.25

9 Donors

-$526.56

Donations toward project cost

-$463.83

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$62.73

match offer

-$131.56

Match offer toward project cost

-$111.83

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.73

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$19.12

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$0.00

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