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Mrs. Curry from Humble, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Chews to Succeed - A Gumball Sized Reward System

Help me give my students two gumball machines filled with plastic capsules containing small prizes, creating a fun and engaging reward system to motivate students for their hard work and positive behavior.

  • $225 goal

This project expired on July 19, 2025.

This project expired on July 19, 2025.

My Project

My classroom encompasses a variety of cultural and economic backgrounds, each student having a different life experiences.

My students are inquisitive beings, waiting for the chance to dive deeper into their interests, curiosities, and passions, but they are also kids who sometimes need a little extra motivation!

I'm wanting to bring a fun and motivating reward system to my students with a gumball machine! Instead of candy, the capsules will be filled with small prizes, privileges, or fun surprises to recognize students for their hard work and positive behavior. Your donation will help me stock the machine with capsules and exciting rewards, encouraging students to stay engaged and do their best every day!

This project provides a fun and tangible incentive system that motivates students to stay engaged, work hard, and make positive choices. In a low-income school, where many students may have limited access to small rewards or recognition, this machine can help build confidence, reinforces good behavior, and creates an exciting, inclusive way to celebrate achievements—big and small. By giving students something to look forward to, we foster a sense of accomplishment, encourage goal-setting, and promote a positive classroom environment where kids want to come, learn, and be active participants in their own learning.

Mrs. Curry Timbers Elementary School 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.

Humble, TX 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

70 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
15” Gumball Machine with Stand and Coin Bank - Bubble Gum Machine Candy Dispenser Vending Machine with Glass Globe and Metal Base - Vintage Style Gum Ball Machine by Great Northern Popcorn (Red) • Amazon Business $65.72 1 $65.72
Medium Gumball Bank, 12" • Amazon Business $41.67 1 $41.67
Capsule Vending Machine Translucent Round Capsules Empty 100 pcs 1.1 inch - Gumball Machine Capsules Bulk Party Favors Containers - Easter Basket Stuffers Gifts Pinata Stuffers DIY Craft Supplies • Amazon Business $23.95 1 $23.95
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls Goodie Bag Christmas Stocking Stuffers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Capsule Vending Machine Translucent Acorn Capsules Empty 50 pcs 1.1 inch - Gumball Machine Capsules Bulk Party Favors Containers - Easter Basket Stuffers Gifts Pinata Stuffers DIY Craft Supplies • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89

Materials cost

$158.22

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$190.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$33.63

Total project goal

$224.22

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