Donation for School Photography Program

sweet caroline

I'm working to establish a photography program at my children's school, so I thought I'd ask my fellow Dgrinners if you have any equipment you'd like to donate (tax deduction) to this non-profit. I spoke to the director today, and they are ready to schedule a class period for photography, we just need the equipment.

Any supporters would get an official letter form the school for your records.

Thank you so much,

Caroline

Art Scott

how about a list of needed items?



Are we doing film or digital?

sweet caroline

I want to focus on digital SLR equipment. I shoot with Nikon digital, but I'm not going to be brand picky here. I have a Cannon RebelX film camera they can use, and someone is offering to donate darkroom equipment, so they could get a taste of film. I wouldn't turn down another film camera. They already have PS licensed for school use. I'll be suggesting each student gets their own memory card.

They are expecting 8-10 students in this class, ages 12-14. They will be learning photography basics and also studying the masters for inspiration. They are an incredibly intelligent and creative group of kids.

Okay, here's my attempt at an equipment list, what I think they need to get started:

2-3 digital SLR bodies, something like the Nikon d40, batteries and chargers
lenses for those bodies- Nikkor 50 1.8 (assuming Nikon bodies) I think would be good for learning
camera bags
1-2 film SLRs and lenses
Photography Books

I'm open to any other suggestions! Thanks for any help.

Caroline

VayCayMom

What state do you live in ?

sweet caroline

VayCayMom wrote:

What state do you live in ?

I'm in Austin, Tx. The school website is austingifted.org.

sweet caroline

I have a Nikon film camera donation lined up. So I'm still looking for some digital SLRs, lenses, bags, and books.

Thanks,
Caroline

sweet caroline

One more plea for equipment! Remember, the school is a nonprofit org, so the donation could be tax deductible.

So far I have a Nikon f80 (but no lens for it), and a Canon RebelX (with 35-80 zoom), and 1 bag. I still NEED at least one dslr with lens, a lens for the f80, and 2 bags. I would also appreciate books that don't include any nudes (since we are working with middle schoolers).

Thank you for considering this.

Caroline

Photog4Christ

sweet caroline wrote:

One more plea for equipment! Remember, the school is a nonprofit org, so the donation could be tax deductible.

So far I have a Nikon f80 (but no lens for it), and a Canon RebelX (with 35-80 zoom), and 1 bag. I still NEED at least one dslr with lens, a lens for the f80, and 2 bags. I would also appreciate books that don't include any nudes (since we are working with middle schoolers).

Thank you for considering this.

Caroline

Have you contacted your local pro shop? How about calling B & H?

Angelo

I'll kick in for a few memory cards and a book or two.

As soon as you have a digital body let me know what type card it takes.

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Tango

I should be getting Scott Kelbys new Digital Photo book soon... I can pass that and a few portrait composition books over to ya.

pm me a send-to

sweet caroline

Thanks so much, guys! These kids are so eager to learn and I'm excited to get them started.

Caroline

RogersDA

sweet caroline wrote:

Thanks so much, guys! These kids are so eager to learn and I'm excited to get them started.

Caroline

PM sent regarding additional sources for funding, too.