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Ms. Butts from Atlanta, GA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brain Bites: Fueling Young Minds, One Bite at a Time.

Help me give my students a hunger-free journey to academic brilliance with Brain Bites, breaking barriers and fueling young minds."

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Butts's classroom raised $440

This project is fully funded

My Project

"Brain Bites: Fueling Young Minds, One Bite at a Time" encapsulates my mission to uplift the academic journey of students facing nutritional challenges. At the heart of this initiative lies the crucial goal of providing sustenance to those who may go without proper meals at home or lack access to school lunches.

Your contribution will dismantle barriers hindering their focus, allowing these exceptional individuals to navigate rigorous curricula with resilience and intelligence.

Your support is pivotal in ensuring these young minds can exclusively concentrate on their studies, unburdened by hunger.

Amidst challenging environments, our students exhibit unparalleled eagerness to learn. Together, let's nourish minds, cultivate potential, and pave the way for a brighter, hunger-free future.

Ms. Butts Bunche 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.

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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

HBCU Alum 250 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
PASTA RONI Quaker Rice a Roni Cups Individual Cup, 3-Flavor Variety Pack, 2.25 Oz (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $17.29 2 $34.58
SKITTLES & STARBURST Candy Full Size Variety Mix 62.79-Ounce 30-Count Box • Amazon Business $25.98 1 $25.98
Frito Lay Baked Cheetos Crunchy Flamin' Hot, 0.87 Ounce Pack of 40 • Amazon Business $23.29 1 $23.29
Lay's Baked Ruffles Baked Ruffles Cheddar Sour Cream, Pack of 40 • Amazon Business $23.29 1 $23.29
Frito Lay Cheetos Baked Crunchy Cheese, 0.875 Ounce (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $23.29 1 $23.29
Cheez-It Snap'd Cheese Cracker Chips, Thin Crisps, Lunch Snacks, Variety Pack, 15oz Bag (20 Packs) • Amazon Business $9.86 2 $19.72
KIND KIDS Chewy Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, Variety Pack, 100% Whole Grains, Gluten Free Bars, 0.81 oz (20 Count) • Amazon Business $9.69 2 $19.38
Black Forest Organic Gummy Bears Candy, 0.8 Ounce Pouches, 65 Count • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Velveeta Shells & Cheese Original Microwavable Macaroni and Cheese Cups (8 ct Pack, 2.39 oz Cups) • Amazon Business $8.08 2 $16.16
Wonderful Pistachios No Shells, 3 Flavors Mixed Variety Pack of 9 (0.75 Ounce), Roasted & Salted Nuts (4), Chili Roasted (3), Honey Roasted (2), Protein Snack, On-the Go Snack • Amazon Business $6.96 2 $13.92
Maruchan Instant Lunch Beef, 2.25 Oz, Pack of 12 • Amazon Business $6.60 2 $13.20
Maruchan Instant Lunch Chicken Flavor, 2.25 Ounce (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $6.24 2 $12.48
Maruchan Instant Lunch Roast Chicken Flavor, 2.25 Oz, Pack of 12 • Amazon Business $6.24 2 $12.48
Nutella & GO! Bulk 12 Pack, Hazelnut And Cocoa Spread With Breadsticks, Snack Cups, 1.8 Oz Each • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Pure Life, Purified Water, 8 Fl Oz, Plastic Bottled Water, 24 Pack • Amazon Business $3.99 3 $11.97
SKITTLES & STARBURST Variety Pack Fun Size Chewy Candy Assortment, 31.9 oz, 65 Pieces Bag • Amazon Business $8.84 1 $8.84
Glad Clear Plastic Forks, Heavy Duty Disposable Cutlery Set, Standard Size, Clear Disposable Fork, Bulk Pack of 70 - Perfect for Parties, Camping, and Everyday Use • Amazon Business $5.96 1 $5.96
Keebler On-The-Go Fudge Stripes Cookies, 12 Count (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $5.78 1 $5.78
Fruit Roll-Ups, Fruit by the Foot, Gushers, Snacks Variety Pack, 16 ct • Amazon Business $5.68 1 $5.68

Materials cost

$304.98

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.02

Sales tax

 $21.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$373.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.93

Total project goal

$439.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $439.54

3 Donors

-$380.22

Donations toward project cost

-$373.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.61

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$59.32

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