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Ms. Livingston from Chicago, IL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Combat Food Insecurity with Healthy Snacks!

Help me give my students healthy snack options to combat food insecurity!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Livingston's classroom raised $548

This project is fully funded

My Project

Combat food insecurity with healthy snacks! Many students struggle with hunger, impacting their focus and learning. This project aims to provide nutritious snacks for students who may not have access to regular, healthy meals at home. By supporting this project, you'll directly contribute to improving students' well-being and academic performance. We'll purchase items like granola bars, fruit cups, and trail mix – providing essential energy and nutrients throughout the school day. Your donation, no matter the size, will make a real difference in the lives of these students. Help us fuel their minds and bodies for success! Join us in combating food insecurity and empowering students to reach their full potential. Donate today and be a part of positive change!

Ms. Livingston Chicago High School for the Arts Grades 9-12

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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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

90 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Snack Box Pros Allergen Friendly Snack Box, 38/Box (700-00156) • Quill.com $58.99 1 $58.99
Snacks PK 30 • Grainger $57.11 1 $57.11
Snack Box Pros Pretzel Lovers Snack Box, 38 Bags/Box (700-00160) • Quill.com $55.99 1 $55.99
Snack Box Pros Fruit Gummies, Variety Pack, 58 Pieces/Box (700-00112) • Quill.com $45.99 1 $45.99
Oogie's Snacks Variety Pack Popcorn, 1 oz., 20 Bags/Box (856856001168) • Quill.com $43.99 1 $43.99
Deep River Snacks Variety Chips Snack Packs – Kosher & Gluten Free Kettle Cooked Potato Chips Snacks Variety Pack of 6 Flavors, 2 Oz (24 Pack) • Amazon Business $32.14 1 $32.14
Fruit Bars Snack Gift Box (20 Pack) - 100% Natural, Gluten-Free, Vegan Fruit Snacks Variety Pack • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Pringles Snack Stack Variety Pack Crisps, 27 Tubs /Carton (3800018263) • Quill.com $26.99 1 $26.99
Skinny Pop Variety Snack Pack, 36/Pack (220-01049) • Quill.com $24.99 1 $24.99
Crackers individual Bags | Animal Crackers | Variety Crackers Snack Bulk Packs - Honey Maid - Cheeze it - Goldfish - Graham Cracker | Stauffers Original Whole Grain | Shortbread Cookies | 1 Oz. Pack of 20 | Every Order is Elegantly Packaged in a Signature BETRULIGHT Branded Box! • Amazon Business $18.87 1 $18.87
MOACOCK 200 Count Plastic Silverware, Heavy Weight Plastic Forks Spoons Disposable Utensils Cutlery Set for Wedding Party Supplies Everyday Use • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Welch's Fruit Snacks Mixed Fruit 8 oz 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
Del Monte FRUIT CUP Snacks, Family Pack, No Sugar Added, 12-Pack, 4 oz Variety Pack • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

Materials cost

$428.91

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.43

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$465.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$82.12

Total project goal

$547.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$547.46

5 Donors

-$265.47

Donations toward project cost

-$232.67

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.80

match offer

-$273.73

Match offer toward project cost

-$232.67

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.06

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.26

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$0.00

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