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Mrs. Selim from Kinston, NC is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Selim's classroom raised $304

Brains Function Better When They Are Full.

Help me give my students snacks as a way of encouragement at the beginning of the school year.

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Mrs. Selim Banks Elementary School
Kinston, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

My students come to class each day full of curiosity and energy, ready to learn despite the challenges they face. To help them stay focused and engaged, I'm requesting support to provide classroom snacks and basic supplies . These simple items make a big difference-snacks help students concentrate, especially those who may not have had breakfast, and supplies allow them to fully participate in hands-on learning without disruption.

These materials will help turn our classroom into a space where every student feels supported and ready to succeed.

My goal is to create an environment where students can focus on their learning, collaborate with one another, and take pride in their work. Many of my students come from underserved backgrounds, but they bring incredible determination, creativity, and kindness into the room. With your support, we can ensure that no child is held back by hunger or a lack of supplies.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

32 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Selim Banks Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Kinston, NC View local requests

Nearly all 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

32 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon Scent, for Sanitizing, Cleaning & Deodorizing, 255 Count (3 Packs of 85), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $8.97 6 $53.82
Snickers Share Size Milk Chocolate Candy Bars, 3.29 oz., 24/Box (MMM32252) • Quill.com $52.69 1 $52.69
Takis Assorted Variety Pack Rolled Tortilla Chips, 40 Count | Fuego and Blue Heat, Extremely Spicy, 20 per Flavor, 1oz Individual Bags for Snacking and Lunchboxes • Amazon Business $17.59 1 $17.59
SOUR PATCH KIDS, SWEDISH FISH Soft & Chewy Gummy Candy Variety Pack, 160 ct | Bulk Halloween Candy, Trick or Treat Bags • Amazon Business $16.33 1 $16.33
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, Snack Cups, Variety Pack, 19.5oz Box (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon & Fresh Air Scent, Multi-Surface, Sanitizes/Cleans/Disinfects/Deodorizes, Strong & Convenient, 320 Count (4 Packs of 80) • Amazon Business $13.47 1 $13.47
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes, Cleaner, Lemon + Mango + Linen, 80 ct. (4 Pack) | All Purpose Cleaner, Sanitizing, Deodorizing, Apartment Essentials, Back To School Cleaning Supplies, Kitchen & Bathroom Wipe • Amazon Business $10.70 1 $10.70
Lysol Disinfectant Spray, Household Cleaning Supplies, Disinfecting Multi-Purpose Room Spray, Antibacterial Sanitizer, Deodorizer, Kills Hantavirus, Crisp Linen, 12.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $9.50 1 $9.50
Mott's Assorted Fruit Flavored Snacks, Made with Real Fruit Puree (40 Pack) • Amazon Business $6.97 1 $6.97
Gushers Tropical & Strawberry Fruit Snacks, 20 ct, 16oz | Juicy Liquid Center in Every Bite, Gluten Free, Gelatin Free, Good Source of Vitamin C, Family Pack, Ideal for Lunch Boxes • Amazon Business $6.97 1 $6.97
Goo Gone Original Adhesive Remover Bottle Fresh Citrus Scent 8 fl. oz. (2087) • Staples $6.95 1 $6.95

Materials cost

$208.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $16.30

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.13

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$258.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.60

Total project goal

$304.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $304.00

1 Donor

-$304.00

Donations toward project cost

-$258.40

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.60

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 $0.00

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