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Mr. Murphy from Washington, DC is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Energized Minds, Joyful Learning

Help me give my students breakfast items to start the day strong, snacks, a popcorn machine, and engaging games for playtime.

  • $541 goal

This project expired on December 30, 2025.

This project expired on December 30, 2025.

Mr. Murphy Ketcham Elementary School
Washington, DC Grades PreK-2

My Project

My classroom is full of curious, energetic learners in grades 2–5 who love to explore, create, and play. To keep their minds sharp and spirits high, I’d love to provide them with healthy snacks, breakfast items to start the day strong, and engaging games for structured and free playtime.

With your support, my students will enjoy nutritious snacks and breakfasts that keep them energized and ready to learn.

They will have hands-on classroom materials that spark creativity and curiosity in their minds. Lastly, they will have games that encourage teamwork, laughter, and positive friendships.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

HBCU Alum 100 students impacted
Mr. Murphy Ketcham Elementary School 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.

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More than three‑quarters 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

HBCU Alum 100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Little Bambino Popcorn Machine - 2.5oz Tabletop Movie Theater Popcorn Popper with Stainless-Steel Kettle by Great Northern Popcorn (Pink) • Amazon Business $60.79 1 $60.79
Act II Microwave Popcorn Butter Lovers 36/Carton (GOV23255) • Staples $38.89 1 $38.89
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
Utz Snack Variety Pack Individual Snacks, Includes Potato Chips, Cheese Curls, Popcorn, and Party Mix, Crunchy Travel Snacks for Lunches, Vending Machines, and Enjoying on the Go (Pack of 42) • Amazon Business $14.38 2 $28.76
Premkid Exercise Dice for Kids,12-Sided Giant Foam Yoga Dice Games for Indoor and Outdoor Use, Kids Exercise Equipment for Classroom and Physical Education Learning and Preschool Games • Amazon Business $27.95 1 $27.95
Lance Assorted Flavored Variety Pack Snack Cracker, 1.4 oz, Peanut, Vanilla Cream, Butter, Honey, Pack of 24 • School Specialty $27.59 1 $27.59
Orville Redenbacher’s Popping & Topping Buttery Flavored Popcorn Oil, 16 FL OZ Bottle (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $25.32 1 $25.32
Amazon Basics Facial Tissue, 2-Ply, 2880 Count (18 Packs of 160), (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $22.47 1 $22.47
Swiss Miss No Sugar Added Hot Chocolate Mix, 0.55 Ounces, Pack of 24 • School Specialty $19.12 1 $19.12
2 Pounds of Campfire Mini White Marshmallows - Made with Natural Vanilla, No Artificial Flavors - Great for Hot Chocolate, Baking, Rice Crispy Treats • Amazon Business $18.96 1 $18.96
Monopoly Junior Board Game for 4 players, Ages 5 and up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.49 1 $16.49
Poppy's Paper Popcorn Bags - 200 1oz Concession-Grade Bags, Popcorn Machine Accessories for Popcorn Bars, Movie Nights, Concessions • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
GoGo squeeZ Applesauce and Fruit Puree, Apple Apple, 3.2 oz (Pack of 18), Unsweetened Fruit Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut Free and Dairy Free, Recloseable Cap, BPA Free Pouches • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
First Aid Children's Adhesive Bandages: Planets and Stars 100 Per Box • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Pink Erasers, 80 Count, Latex Free Eraser for Kids, Square Eraser, Erasers Bulk for School Supplies, Art, and Office Use • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Nabisco Fun Shapes Variety Pack, Barnum's Animal Crackers, Teddy Grahams and CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.86 1 $9.86
MonEnfance 300 PCS Cute Vinyl Waterproof Stickers for Water Bottles, Skateboard, Laptop, Multicolor Cartoon Stickers for Kids Teens Girls • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59
Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa Drink Mix, Milk Chocolate with Marshmallows, 37.18 oz Easy-Grip Canister • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
1008 Motivational Stickers for Teachers & Students - 56 Designs, Positive Affirmations for Classroom Incentives • Amazon Business $4.49 1 $4.49

Materials cost

$395.12

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.67

Sales tax

 $23.71

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$459.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$81.08

Total project goal

$540.51

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