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Ms. Berenice from Oakland CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Radiant Futures: Elevating Our 8th Grade Celebration

Help me give my students a fancy promotion by getting a photo backdrop, dinnerware, and more.

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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.

My Project

Elevate our 8th-grade promotion dinner dance in our vibrant black and brown community with a stunning backdrop and elegant dinnerware.

Your support will transform our event into a celebration that truly reflects the brilliance and potential of our students.

The backdrop will serve as a visually captivating focal point, creating an immersive and memorable experience for our students. It symbolizes their journey, adding a touch of glamour to this significant milestone. As they stand before it, ready to step into the future, the backdrop becomes a powerful reminder of their achievements.

Additionally, quality dinnerware ensures that our students dine in style, fostering a sense of pride and importance. This isn't just about a meal; it's about creating an atmosphere of celebration, unity, and joy. Your contribution will directly impact the overall ambiance of the evening, leaving a lasting impression on our students as they embark on the next chapter of their lives. Together, let's illuminate their paths and celebrate their radiant futures.

Ms. Berenice
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
125 Piece Gold Dinnerware Party Set - 50 Gold Rim Plastic Plates, 25 Dinner 25 Dessert Plates, 25 Knives, 25 Forks, 25 Spoons - 25 Guest Disposable Set for Wedding Birthday Parties • Amazon Business $22.99 3 $68.97
bUCLA 100 Pack Gold Plastic Champagne Flutes - 5OZ Plastic Champagne Glasses With Gold Rim - Premium Quality Gold Disposable Cups-Ideal for Thanksgiving Party, Weddings • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Emart Backdrop Stand 10x7ft(WxH) Photo Studio Adjustable Background Stand Support Kit with 2 Crossbars, 8 Backdrop Clamps, 2 Sandbags and Carrying Bag for Parties Events Decoration • Amazon Business $38.98 1 $38.98
NuLink Balloon Pump Electric Portable Dual Nozzle Balloon Blower Pump Inflator for Decoration, Birthday Party [110V~120V, 600W, Purple] • Amazon Business $37.41 1 $37.41
KatchOn, Blue We Are So Proud of You Banner - XtraLarge, 72x44 Inch | Congratulations Banner, Congratulations Decorations | Graduation Backdrop 2024, Graduation Decorations Class of 2024 Blue and Gold • Amazon Business $11.85 1 $11.85

Materials cost

$197.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $18.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$248.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.80

Total project goal

$292.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $292.00

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 $292.00

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