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Mrs. Rivers from Quincy, FL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essential Care Initiative

Help me give my students feminine products available at no cost to them. Together, we can help remove an unnecessary barrier to learning, support students’ dignity, and promote a more inclusive and supportive school environment.

  • 1 donor
  • $430 still needed

expires Jun 21

  • 1 donor
  • $430 still needed
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Mrs. Rivers Crossroad Academy
Quincy, FL Grades 9-12

My Project

I love that our girls trust the adults in their school enough to ask for help when they need it. They are resilient, thoughtful, and eager to learn, but many are carrying quiet worries that can distract them from fully engaging in the classroom. When students lack access to basic hygiene items, it can cause anxiety, embarrassment, and missed instructional time.

Providing essential resources such as deodorant, pads, wipes, and tampons would directly support our students’ ability to focus, participate, and feel confident at school.

When these needs are met, our girls can remain present in class, concentrate on their learning, and feel supported and valued. Ensuring consistent access to these products helps create a learning environment where students are free to focus on their education rather than worrying about unmet basic needs

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

HBCU Alum 300 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Rivers Crossroad Academy Grades 9-12

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

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.

Quincy, FL 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

HBCU Alum 300 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dansib 300 Pieces Feminine Wipes Individually Wrapped Women Travel Size Bulk Unscented Intimate Wipes Mild Private Parts Ph Balanced for Travel Bathroom Toilet Daily(Pink) • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
Dove Aluminum Free Deodorant Spray for Women 3 Count Coconut & Pink Jasmine 72 hour odor protection 4oz • Amazon Business $23.97 3 $71.91
Tampax Pearl Tampons Regular Absorbency, with Leakguard Braid, Unscented, 50 Count x 2 Packs (100 Count Total) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $24.69 2 $49.38
Always Radiant Teen Pads, Size 1, Regular, with Wings, Unscented, 42 Count • Amazon Business $10.49 4 $41.96
Paterr 12 Pcs Sanitary Napkin Storage Bag Set Including Portable Period Pouch Hand Wrist Strap Lanyard String Holder Tampons Holder Pouch First Period Gift for Teen Girls (Cute Style) • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Pinkie Period Starter Pads - Designed for Smaller Underwear - Organic Cotton Topsheet Tween & Teen Pads with Wings - Chlorine Free & Fragrance Free - Teen Combo Pack, 18 Count • Amazon Business $8.98 4 $35.92
The Honey Pot Company - Non-Herbal Everyday Panty Liners for Women - Organic Cotton Cover & Ultra-Absorbent Pulp Core - Sanitary Pads - Feminine Care - 30 ct • Amazon Business $7.99 4 $31.96
Always Ultra Thin Feminine Pads with Wings for Women, Size 5, Extra Heavy Overnight Absorbency, Unscented, Up to 100% Leak-Free Comfort, 34 Count • Amazon Business $8.67 3 $26.01
U by Kotex Balance Teen Ultra Thin Pads with Wings, Heavy Absorbency, 28 Count (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $7.49 3 $22.47
Playtex Sport Odor Shield Tampons Multipack (16ct Regular/16ct Super), Unscented - 32ct | Tampons Regular and Super, Playtex Tampon Multipack, Feminine Care with 360 Leak Defense • Amazon Business $7.96 2 $15.92

Materials cost

$413.49

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$449.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.36

Total project goal

$529.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $529.05

1 Donor

-$100.00

Donations toward project cost

-$85.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $429.05

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