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Ms. Holness from Deerfield Beach, FL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Being There for My Community

Help me give my students daily essentials items like water, snacks, and feminine hygiene products.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Holness's classroom raised $512

This project is fully funded

My Project

Some people have no idea how hungry kids come to school and how it affects their social, emotional, and learning capacities. Many of our students come to school for breakfast and lunch, social interaction, and a safe space to learn and make friends. I love the fact that my students are dedicated to a safe learning space and strive for that extra push. Almost 100% of our students receive free or reduced-price lunches and are minorities, yet they look forward to learning. These materials will provide the students with snacks and water to help them focus and not feel hungry throughout the school day. The basic needs are often neglected, and some kids won't ask for help. I am also requesting feminine hygiene products and other toiletries for those in need.

Ms. Holness Somerset Academy Key Charter Middle School Grades 6-8

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

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Deerfield Beach, FL View local requests

More than half 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tampax Radiant Tampons Multipack, Regular/Super/Super Plus Absorbency, With Leakguard Braid, Unscented, 28 Count x 4 Packs (112 Count total) • Amazon Business $30.61 2 $61.22
50 Strong Bulk Water Bottles | 24 Pack Sports Bottle 22 oz. BPA-Free Easy Open with Pull Top Cap Made in USA Reusable Plastic for Adults & Kids Rack Dishwasher Safe • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Degree Advanced Antiperspirant Deodorant 72-Hour Sweat & Odor Protection Shower Clean Antiperspirant for Women with MotionSense Technology 0.5 oz, Pack of 36 • Amazon Business $38.42 1 $38.42
Honey Maid Fresh Stacks Graham Crackers, Flavour, 73.2 Ounce , 6 Count (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $32.84 1 $32.84
Tampax Radiant Tampons Multipack, Regular/Super Absorbency, with Leakguard Braid, Unscented, 84 Count • Amazon Business $22.24 1 $22.24
ECO amenities Travel Size Shampoo - 72 Pack, 1 oz Small Tubes, Green Tea Scent, Bulk Toiletries, Individually Packaged Hair Care Samples, Mini Shampoo Bottles for Hotel and AirBnB Guests • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Jergens Ultra Healing Dry Skin Moisturizer, Travel Size Body and Hand Lotion, for Extra Dry Skin, Use After Washing Hands, HYDRALUCENCE blend, Vitamins C, E, B5, 1 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $20.85 1 $20.85
Classic Snack Care Package • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, Chewy & Dipps Variety Pack, 58 Count • Amazon Business $17.97 1 $17.97
Freshscent 0.5 oz Bar Soap [100 Pack] Hotel Travel Size, Individually Wrapped, Vegetable Based, Bulk Amenities and Toiletries for Hospitality • Amazon Business $17.95 1 $17.95
Quaker Instant Oatmeal, 4 Flavor Variety Pack, Individual Packets, 48 Count • Amazon Business $16.24 1 $16.24
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip, 58 Count - Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Rice Krispies Treats Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Kids Snacks, Snack Bars, Original (54 Bars) • Amazon Business $14.42 1 $14.42
Nutri-Grain Soft Baked Breakfast Bars, Kids Snacks, Whole Grain, Variety Pack (4 Boxes, 32 Bars) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
First Aid Only G122 Fabric Bandage, 100 Count, 1 X 3 Inch • Amazon Business $4.19 2 $8.38
Starbucks Frappuccino Minis Coffee Drink, Caramel, 6.5oz Liquid Mini Cans, (8 Pack) • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
Always Ultra Thin, Feminine Pads For Women, Size 1 Regular Absorbency, With Wings, Unscented, 46 Count • Amazon Business $7.31 1 $7.31
Summer's Eve Blissful Escape Daily Refreshing Feminine Wipes, Removes Odor, pH balanced, 16 count • Amazon Business $1.80 1 $1.80

Materials cost

$398.55

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$434.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.68

Total project goal

$511.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$511.21

4 Donors

-$259.43

Donations toward project cost

-$222.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.91

Matching donations from our partners

-$249.42

Match offers toward project cost

-$212.01

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.41

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.36

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$0.00

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