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Ms. Jones from Brooklyn, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Attendance Initiative

Help me give my students an electronic basketball game, t-shirts, rolling carts, cereal, fruit snacks, and other incentives to succeed both socially and personally.

  • $2,531 goal

This project expired on August 1, 2025.

This project expired on August 1, 2025.

My Project

By investing in our initiative to increase attendance, we provide students with valuable opportunities to succeed both academically and personally. The incentives we offer include, but are not limited to, snacks, clothing, hair and skin care products, a snack cart, laundry detergent, games, certificates, classroom supplies (such as art materials, erasers, plastic storage), plates, utensils, and storage bins. These resources are designed to motivate students and show them that their commitment to school is truly appreciated. The goal is for students to come to school feeling supported, knowing that we care deeply about their academic growth and social-emotional well-being. By fostering an environment of care and support, we aim to create a positive and welcoming atmosphere where students are more likely to engage, succeed, and thrive.

Ms. Jones Alternate Learning Center - Melrose Academy Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters 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

Never Before Funded 40 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Electronic Basketball Game 81 in L Blue • Grainger $293.16 1 $293.16
Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Breakfast Cereal Cups, 8 Vitamins and Minerals, Kids Snacks, Original, 25.2oz Case (12 Cups) • Amazon Business $12.00 10 $120.00
Maruchan Ramen Instant Cup Noodle Variety Pack, 6 Count, 3 Flavors - Chicken, Beef and Shrimp for your Lunch, Meal, and Snack! Tasty Soup (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $11.99 6 $71.94
K7944 Long Sleeve T-Shirt Black M • Grainger $22.55 3 $67.65
K7944 Long Sleeve T-Shirt Heather Gray XL • Grainger $22.55 3 $67.65
Amazon Basics 3-Tier Rolling Cart with Wheels, Utility or Kitchen - Charcoal • Amazon Business $33.33 2 $66.66
Tide, Downy, and Bounce Laundry Care 5-Item Bundle, Spring Meadow/Fresh/Outdoor Fresh (79822) • Quill.com $65.99 1 $65.99
Goldfish Baked Snack Crackers/Sunshine Cheez-It Bundle (600-04053) • Staples $60.89 1 $60.89
K7944 Long Sleeve T-Shirt Heather Gray L • Grainger $19.82 3 $59.46
K7952 T-Shirt Black L • Grainger $18.75 3 $56.25
K7953 T-Shirt Black XL • Grainger $18.26 3 $54.78
Sterilite Corporation 30 Quart Ultra Latch Storage • Kaplan Early Learning Company $12.56 4 $50.24
K7952 T-Shirt Heather Gray L • Grainger $16.23 3 $48.69
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.8 oz. 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $11.99 4 $47.96
Diane Premium 100% Boar Bristle 2-Sided Club Brush for Men and Barbers, Medium and Firm Bristles for Thick Coarse Hair, Detangling, Smoothing • Amazon Business $7.55 6 $45.30
Mattel Games UNO Show ‘em No Mercy Card Game in Storage & Travel Tin for Kids, Adults & Family Night with Extra Cards, Special Rules & Tougher Penalties (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $14.99 3 $44.97
Mattel UNO Card Game • Kaplan Early Learning Company $8.96 5 $44.80
Ziploc Storage Bags Gallon 38/Box (314470) • Staples $7.83 5 $39.15
Candy Variety Pack – 5 lb Bulk Candy – Stunning Snacks Variety Pack – Bulk Candy Individually Wrapped – Twizzlers, Sour Patch, KitKat • Amazon Business $38.95 1 $38.95
Ultra Storage Box 70 qt. See-Through • Grainger $18.38 2 $36.76
Ziploc Slider Storage Bags Quart 76/Carton (316490) • Staples $12.04 3 $36.12
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Sulfate Free Shampoo and Conditioner Set for Curly, Wavy or Natural Hair, Moisturizing Hair Care for Dry, Damaged Split Ends, 1 Kit • Amazon Business $18.00 2 $36.00
Lesser Evil Snack Organic Himalayan Gold Popcorn 0.88 oz. 18 Bags/Carton (LSN00691) • Staples $33.81 1 $33.81
Del Monte FRUIT CUP Snacks, Family Pack, No Sugar Added, 12-Pack, 4 oz Variety Pack • Amazon Business $7.98 4 $31.92
ASNEY Upgraded Magnetic Chess Set, 15" Tournament Staunton Wooden Chess Board Game Set with Magnets, Crafted Chesspiece ans Storage Slots for Kids Adult, Includes Extra Queens • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
4 Pcs Small Holes Hair Twist Sponge, Barber Curl Sponge Brushes for Dreads Locking Afro Curl Coil Comb Care Tool • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Cosmopolitan Ergonomic Wet/Dry Scalp Massager, Gold (VRD928982375) • Quill.com $9.98 3 $29.94
Rummikub Game - Game • AKJ Education $9.49 3 $28.47
ZOOFOX 6 Pack Plastic Storage Bins with Lids, 6 Quart Stackable Clear Storage Containers, Latching Box for Organizing Snacks, Crafts, Toys, Tools (Blue handle) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Body Lotion for Dry Skin, Hand & Body Moisturizer with Green Coffee Extract & Vitamin E, Flip Cap Bottle, 8.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $4.98 5 $24.90
Vplus 100% Compostable Small Paper Plates, 300 Pack 6 Inch Disposable Paper Plates, Uncoated Biodegradable Plates Made of Sugar Cane Fibers, Perfect for Sandwich, Cake, and Snack • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49
BEWAVE Hair Twist Black Ice Sponge For Afro Braid, Dreadlock Coils Curl Brushes, 2 Pcs • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Lip Balm with SPF 15, 0.15 Ounce • Amazon Business $3.99 6 $23.94
Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (5 Boxes, 60 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
KISS Colors & Care 3-in-1 Professional Edge Styler Plus with Case - Slip-Free Rubber Grip, 100% Boar Bristles, Fine Tooth Comb, Pin Tail Tool, & Protective Case, Versatile & Ultra-Functional, Smooth & Sleek Styling • Amazon Business $5.29 4 $21.16
SheaMoisture Leave In Conditioner Conditioner For Hair Jamaican Black Castor Oil To Soften and Detangle Hair 20 oz • Amazon Business $20.09 1 $20.09
Cantu Moisturizing Curl Activator Cream for Natural Hair with Pure Shea Butter, 12 fl oz (Pack of 2) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $9.74 2 $19.48
Conair Salon Results Hairbrush for Men and Women - Detangling Hair brush - Hairbrush for all hair types - Wire Bristles and Cushion Base • Amazon Business $3.88 5 $19.40
Rice Krispies Treats Homestyle Marshmallow Snack Bars, Kids Snacks, School Lunch, Original (6 Boxes, 36 Bars) • Amazon Business $19.14 1 $19.14
K7952 T-Shirt Desert M • Grainger $18.75 1 $18.75
Eco Style Moroccan Argan Oil Styling Gel - Promotes Healthy Hair - Nourishes And Repairs - Delivers Long Lasting Shine - Provides Maximum Hold and Helps Tame Frizz - Ideal For All Hair - 8 oz • Amazon Business $5.99 3 $17.97
Eco Style Gel Olive Oil Styling - Adds Shine and Tames Split Ends - Delivers Moisture to Scalp - Nourishes And Repairs - Provides Weightless and Superior Hold - Ideal for all Hair - 8 oz • Amazon Business $5.99 3 $17.97
TRESemme Shampoo & Conditioner, Sulfate-Free, Travel Size - Moisture Rich Hair Treatment for Dry, Damaged Hair, Mini Shampoo & Conditioner Sets x 3 for Hair Repair, Scented, 3 Oz Ea (6 Piece Set) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Cantu Extra Hold Edge Stay Gel with Shea Butter, 2.25 oz • Amazon Business $3.37 5 $16.85
WeCare 3-ply Disposable Face Mask Adult Midnight Black 50/Box (WMN100119) • Staples $15.00 1 $15.00
WeCare 3-ply Disposable Face Mask Adult Blue 50/Box (WMN100003) • Staples $15.00 1 $15.00
SheaMoisture Styling Black Edge Control Gel For Curly Hair Jamaican Black Castor Oil and Flaxseed Paraben-Free Anti-Frizz Hair Gel 3.5 oz • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
OGX Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo & Conditioner Set, 13 Ounce (packaging may vary), Blue • Amazon Business $13.94 1 $13.94
Snack Pack Chocolate and Vanilla Flavored Pudding Cups Family Pack, 12 Count Pudding Cups (1 Pack) • Amazon Business $3.27 4 $13.08
Carol’s Daughter Coco Creme Curl Shaping Cream Gel, with Coconut Oil, Coconut Milk, Hair Gel for Curly Hair , Silicone, Paraben and Mineral Oil Free, For Very Dry Split Ends, 16 Oz • Amazon Business $11.97 1 $11.97
Paper Mate Erasers | Pink Pearl Large Erasers, 12 Count • Amazon Business $3.92 3 $11.76
Acrylic Paint Pens Markers, 24 Colors Dual Tip Acrylic Paint Pens for Rock Painting, Wood, Canvas, Stone, Glass, Ceramic Surfaces, DIY Crafts Making Art Supplies (Round Tip and Fine Tip) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Pepperidge Farm Chessmen Minis Butter Cookies, 8 Snack Packs, 2.25-oz. Each (Pack of 8) • Amazon Business $8.08 1 $8.08
Trend Enterprises Inc. - Certificate Of Excellence 30/pk • Teachers' School Supply $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$2,088.84

Vendor shipping charges

 $0.77

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$31.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,150.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$379.58

Total project goal

$2,530.52

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