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Mrs. Zelasco from Bronx, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bags and Bags

Help me give my students all the bags we need to prepare personal math kits, reading pouches, backpacks, and lunch bags.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Zelasco's classroom raised $387

This project is fully funded

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

A comprehensive collection of bags is essential for effectively supporting the diverse needs of students and educators. For classroom organization, various bags are necessary to store materials, create individual math manipulative kits, and provide convenient pencil pouches. Additionally, dedicated bags for snacks and a lending library of books will enhance the learning environment.

Recognizing that some students may lack essential items, it is important to have a supply of backpacks and lunch bags to ensure every child can carry their belongings and meals.

Furthermore, sling bags are needed for all students to comfortably transport their items during field trips and extracurricular sports activities.

Educators also require specific bags to fulfill their responsibilities. A robust backpack is crucial for field trips, offering the durability and water resistance needed to protect essential supplies such as snacks, first-aid provisions, student medications, spare clothing, important documents, and supplementary learning resources. This ensures teachers can effectively manage these items regardless of weather conditions, contributing to a well-organized and secure outing. I also need a mesh bag for the picnic blanket and sports equipment. This bag is ideal because it is light and see-through, allowing the kids to see the contents.

Mrs. Zelasco PS 73X Bronx Grades 3-5

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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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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
17" School Backpacks for Kids - Backpacks in Bulk for Elementary, Middle, and High School Students, 10 Pack • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Ziploc® Freezer And Storage Bags, 1 Gallon, Box Of 250 Bags • Amazon Business $43.21 1 $43.21
Chunful 24 Pieces Lunch Bags Bulk Insulated Reusable Lunch Bags Leakproof Tote with Aluminum Foil Interior Waterproof Thermal Tote for Women Men Office Work School Picnic Fishing(Multi Color) • Amazon Business $41.99 1 $41.99
Sinaliy Personal Item Backpack, Carry on Travel Backpack with Multi-Pockets, Waterproof Casual College 16inch Laptop Backpack for Men Women, Army Green • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Ziploc 696187 Double Zipper Freezer Bags, 1qt, 2.7mil, 7 x 7 3/4, Clear w/Label, 300/Carton • Amazon Business $37.75 1 $37.75
Ziploc® Double Zipper Bags, 2 Gallon, Clear, Case Of 100 • Amazon Business $33.18 1 $33.18
JohahaTim Drawstring Backpack Bulk 24Pcs Draw String Backpack Bags DIY Gym Sports Traveling Yoga Cinch Bag Sackpack Drawstring(red) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
SAMSIER Outdoor Picnic Blankets Waterproof Foldable, Large Beach Blanket Sandproof, Gingham Picnic Mat Cute Washable Portable (Navy Blue, 60"×80") • Amazon Business $13.91 1 $13.91
SRISE Mesh Beach Bag - Large Tote Bag for Family , Toys & Vacation Essentials • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Sooez 24 Pack Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags with Label Pocket, Small Pencil Case Pouch for Organizing, Clear Plastic Pencil Pouches Bulk for School Supplies Storage, Money Envelopes for Cash, 9.1×4.7 Inches • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$293.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$328.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$57.95

Total project goal

$386.35

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $386.35

2 Donors

-$182.01

Donations toward project cost

-$172.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.10

match offer

-$182.93

Match offer toward project cost

-$155.49

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.44

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$21.41

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 $0.00

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