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Ms. Tinsley from Seattle, WA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brain Food For Scholars!

Help me give my students make sure to eat nutritious snacks and stay hydrated after recess and physical education class.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Tinsley's classroom raised $608

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am requesting a mini fridge and snacks to better support students' academic success and holistic well-being. It is proven that students thrive when their basic needs are met.

Providing nutritious snacks will help maintain their energy levels and focus throughout the school day, while the mini fridge will ensure that fresh and healthy options are readily available.

By creating a more conducive environment for learning and self-care, we aim to enhance their educational experience, improve concentration, and foster productivity.

Ultimately, these resources will contribute to each student's overall growth and success, helping them reach their full potential.

Project tagged as

Seattle, WA
Grades 6-8
Warmth, Care & Hunger
Traditional School
Food, Clothing & Hygiene
More than half of students from low‑income households

Ms. Tinsley Edmond Meany 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.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

Insignia - Retro 3.1 cu. ft. Mini Fridge with Top Freezer and ENERGY STAR Certification - Mint • Best Buy Education $124.69 1 $124.69

Gatorade G2 Grape 12 Ounce Bottles 2/12 Pack (QUA12203) • Staples $28.77 2 $57.54

GoGo squeeZ Fruit on the Go, Apple Apple, 3.2 oz (Pack of 48), Unsweetened Fruit Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut Free and Dairy Free, Reclosable Cap, BPA Free Pouches • Amazon Business $36.21 1 $36.21

Cereal Bars Variety Pack Breakfast Food Snack Box 30 Individually Wrapped Granola Bars Lucky Charms, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Golden Grahams, Peanut Butter Puffs and Reusable Bag • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99

Sensible Portions Veggie Straws Multi-Pack, Gluten-Free Chips, Individual Snacks, 1 Ounce Bag, 24-Pack • Amazon Business $28.25 1 $28.25

PopCorners Popped Corn Snacks, Kettle Corn, 1 Ounce (Pack of 20) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $21.86 1 $21.86

True Clear Purified Bottled Water 8 fl. oz. Bottles 24/Carton (TC54595) • Staples $8.99 1 $8.99

Del Monte Fruit Cup Snacks In Juice, 4 Oz, 12 Ct • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

CICICO 2 Pcs Fridge Lock, Refrigerator Lock for Children, Mini Fridge Locks for Kids, Freezer Lock, Used in Refrigerator Door, Cabinets, Drawers, Toilet Seat (Pads Size: 2.1 x 1.5 in) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost			$327.50
Vendor shipping charges			$125.00
Sales tax			$28.66
3rd party payment processing fee			$4.91
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$516.07
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$91.07
Total project goal			$607.14
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$607.14
3 Donors			-$488.57
Donations toward project cost			-$473.57
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$15.00
match offer			-$50.00
Match offer toward project cost			-$42.50
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$7.50
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$68.57
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Brain Food For Scholars!

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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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