Uniforms for Zambia, a Mt. Lebanon High School freshman's project to turn people's unwanted stuff into school uniforms for children in Africa, already has raised $945 and has been extended through July 15.

For the effort, originally set to run through June 4, 15-year-old Caylin McKee asked people to auction things on eBay via We Sell Now, a Robinson business, and give her part or all of the proceeds.

The number of people who have participated "is a surprise," Caylin said. People brought everything from worn clothing to a slot machine. Several people even wrote checks for the cause.

Since the project is to help Zambian children get the uniforms, quite a few people donated clothing. Caylin is wiring the money she raises to Hohliebi, an educational organization in Lenk, Switzerland, that also runs a camp in Zambia. Hohleibi will have the uniforms made in Zambia, a process McKee will get to see when she attends the camp next month.

Asked about the response so far, Caylin said, "I am very happy with it!"

For information or to donate, visit www.mckeeos.com.