Donate

To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project

This teacher needs your help!

Mrs. Elser from Camden, NJ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Mrs. Elser is requesting

Fully Funded

Mrs. Elser's classroom raised $493

Creating a Comfortable Caring Classroom

Help me give my students healthy drinks, snacks, water bottles, pillows and cleaning products to enjoy food and a clean comfortable classroom during the Winter months.

Mrs. Elser Martha F Wilson Early Childhood Development Center

Camden, NJ Grades PreK-2

My Project

I would like to give my students water bottles, healthy snacks, drinks, cleaning products and pillows for naptime to have a homey comfortable classroom for the winter months.

Providing preschoolers with healthy snacks, drinks, comfy pillows for nap and a clean classroom is of utmost importance for their overall well-being and development.

Proper nutrition provides essential nutrients that support physical growth and development. Early childhood is a critical period for shaping lifelong eating habits. Providing a variety of healthy foods and drinks ensures that preK students receive the essential nutrients necessary for their growth and well-being. Introducing good nutrition as well as sleep habits at an early age sets the foundation for a lifetime of growth and prosperity.

In summary, good nutrition and sleep is essential for preK students as it supports physical growth, cognitive development and the establishment of healthy lifelong eating habits. These supplies play a vital role in creating a safe, healthy, and nurturing school environment for our little ones to thrive in the new school year.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

15 students impacted 9 donors

Project tagged as

Camden, NJ
Grades PreK-2
Warmth, Care & Hunger
Food, Clothing & Hygiene
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mrs. Elser Martha F Wilson Early Childhood Development Center Grades PreK-2

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Camden, NJ View local requests

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

15 students impacted 9donors

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Mrs. Elser is requesting.

See our finances

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

You can start a project with the same resources being requested here!

Copy this cart

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total

Kigley Mini Toddler Pillows for Daycare 9.1 x 13.8'' Small Baby Travel Pillow Bulk Soft Breathable Cotton Child Pillow for Kids School Nap Time Sleeping Travel Pet Neck Lumbar Support(12 Pack) • Amazon Business $45.99 1 $45.99

JOYMOOP Mop and Bucket with Wringer Set, Hands Free Flat Floor Mop and Bucket, with 3 Washable Microfiber Pads, Wet and Dry Use, Floor Cleaning System • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99

YETI Rambler 25 oz Straw Mug, Vacuum Insulated, Stainless Steel, White • Amazon Business $38.00 1 $38.00

Kids Water Bottle with Straw Lid & Handle 6 Pack, Personalized 16 oz Water Bottles Bulk, Lightweight & Leak Proof DIY Gift for Girls Boys to School Sports Travel Gym Running Hiking, Stainless Steel • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99

Snyder's of Hanover, Variety Pack Pretzels, Individual Packs, 4 Flavors, 36 Ct (Pack of 36) • Amazon Business $29.66 1 $29.66

The Only Bean Crunchy Roasted Edamame - Healthy Snacks for Adults and Kids (Variety Pack) Low Calorie & Carb Keto Snack Food, Vegan Gluten Free High Protein Office Snack (11g), 0.9oz 24 pack • Amazon Business $24.62 1 $24.62

Jack Link's Beef Sticks - Includes (9) Original, (7) Teriyaki, (4) Wild Heat‚ Protein Snack, Great Stocking Stuffer Gift, No Added MSG – 0.92 Oz. (20 Count) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99

Lysol Fabric Disinfectant Spray, Sanitizing and Antibacterial Spray, For Disinfecting and Deodorizing Soft Furnishings, Lavender Fields 15 Fl. Oz (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $22.89 1 $22.89

OREO Original, OREO Golden, CHIPS AHOY! & Nutter Butter Cookie Snacks Variety Pack, 56 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $22.58 1 $22.58

16 oz Kids Water Bottles with Straw Lid & Handle, 6 Pack Personalized Plastic Water Bottle Bulk, Leak Proof & Lightweight for Boys Girls to School Travel Camping, DIY Gift, Clear Blue Red Purple • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99

PopCorners Popped Corn Snacks, 3 Flavor Variety Pack, 1oz Bags (20 Pack) • Amazon Business $21.86 1 $21.86

Gatorade G Zero Thirst Quencher, 3 Flavor Variety Pack, 20oz Bottles (12 Pack) • Amazon Business $15.25 1 $15.25

Amazon Brand - Happy Belly Purified Water, Plastic Bottles, 16.91 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, 1 oz On-the-Go Snack Packs, 20 Count Box • Amazon Business $9.76 1 $9.76

Crystal Light Energy Citrus, Grape, Peach Mango, & Wildy Strawberry Powdered Drink Mix Singles Variety Pack (44 ct. On-the-Go Individual Packets) • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit, Great For School Lunches, Gluten Free, Bulk Pack, Individual Single Serve Bags, 0.8 Oz (Pack Of 40) • Amazon Business $8.48 1 $8.48

SkinnyPop Popcorn White Cheddar Snack Packs, Halloween Snacks for Kids, 0.65 Oz, 6 Count • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost			$382.52
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$5.74
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$418.26
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$73.81
Total project goal			$492.07
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$492.07
4 Donors			-$258.39
Donations toward project cost			-$232.63
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$25.76
Matching donations from our partners			-$218.39
Match offers toward project cost			-$185.63
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$32.76
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$15.29
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

View complete list Show less

Project Activity

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Elser and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works

{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":false,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"NJ","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":1,"name":"Early Education"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":true,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/creating-a-comfortable-caring-classroom/8130295/","mayHaveReplacements":false,"numStudents":15,"isEquityFocusV1":true,"teacherScreenName":"Mrs. Elser","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"464819707","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"shouldTrackEquityFocusV2":true,"schoolCity":"Camden","teachersOnPage":[3171868],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":false,"proposalId":8130295,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":2,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"schoolId":45092,"schoolName":"Martha F Wilson Early Childhood Development Center","authorIds":{"3171868":{"owner":"Mrs. Elser","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[8130295],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3171868_orig.jpg?crop=1653,1653,x0,y154&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633894237398","teacherHasProfilePhoto":true,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":21,"teacherChallengeId":20658260,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":{"completingDonationAmount":266,"proposalURL":"project/technology-fun-for-listening-and-learnin/10196168/","matchingFund":null,"proposalTitle":"Technology Fun For Listening and Learning","proposalId":10196168},"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":3171868,"schoolCounty":"Camden","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"NJ","name":"New Jersey"}}

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season! Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

This teacher needs your help!

Creating a Comfortable Caring Classroom

My Project

Project tagged as

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

Boost your odds

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

Project Activity

Project Activity

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.