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Ms. DaSilva from Bridgeport, CT is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essential Supplies

Help me give my students necessary supplies and promote wellness at our School.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. DaSilva's classroom raised $1,240

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

The school nurse's office is a vital part of the student's school day. From minor injuries, belly aches, headaches, and splinter removal to injuries and illness requiring further evaluation outside of school, the school nurse provides essential care to students during their day at school. This would not be possible without adequate supplies to do so. This project will help fund some of the major supplies needed though not nearly close to everything. My goal is to be able to handle the student needs with necessary supplies and promote wellness.

Ms. DaSilva Read Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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

860 students impacted 22donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gandeer 12 Pack 17oz Reusable Aluminum Water Bottles Bulk Outdoor Sport Bike Water Bottle with Leakproof Twist Lids Metal Buckle for Camping Gym Hiking Fishing(Assorted Color) • Amazon Business $35.99 5 $179.95
HP 67XL/67 Black High Yield and Tri-Color Standard Yield Ink Cartridge, 2/Pack (3YP30AN#140) • Quill.com $49.67 3 $149.01
MED PRIDE Instant Hot Packs – Large 5” x 9” Disposable Heat Therapy Pads (24-Pack) – Fast-Acting Relief for Muscles, Cramps, and Injuries – Includes 3 Soft Fabric Wraps • Amazon Business $29.34 5 $146.70
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages 1 x 3 100/Box (4444) • Staples $8.23 13 $106.99
Chap-Ice® | Premium and Traditional Lip Balm for Chapped, Dry, or Windburned Lips | Pocket Size Display with Assorted Flavors - Cherry, Citrus Orange, Kiwi Lime - 50 Mini Sticks (0.10oz/3g) • Amazon Business $31.99 2 $63.98
Medline? Pillowcases, Tissue/Poly, 21x30", Blue • Quill.com $58.22 1 $58.22
Veridian Healthcare Fingertip Pulse Oximeter, Blue (CMS50DA) • Quill.com $45.21 1 $45.21
Ever Ready First Aid Padded Aluminum Finger Splints 4" x 2" - 20 Count • Amazon Business $15.95 2 $31.90
Avalon 703 Disposable Pillowcases, Blue, 21” Wide x 30” Long (Pack of 100) ― Single-Use Pillowcases ― Tissue with Poly Back To Help Prevent Leak-Through ― Pebble Embossed ― Medical Supplies • Amazon Business $31.80 1 $31.80
Energizer AA Batteries and AAA Batteries, 24 Max Double A Batteries and 24 Max Triple A Batteries Combo Pack, 48 Count • Amazon Business $28.96 1 $28.96
Renuzit Adjustable Air Freshener, Fresh Lavender, 7 oz. (DIA 35001) • Quill.com $4.58 6 $27.48
Giggle Time Round Tooth Holder for Baby Teeth 1.5 inches, Tooth Containers for Kids at School, Tooth Keeper, Vibrant Colors, Tooth Fairy Kit - Dental Bags, Piñata Stuffers, School Prizes - (36) Pcs • Amazon Business $13.14 2 $26.28
Fast Facts for the School Nurse • Amazon Business $21.00 1 $21.00
OTC KidsLine Arm Sling, Shoulder Cradle Style Support, Navy, Youth • Amazon Business $6.78 3 $20.34
Febreze Odor-Fighting Air Freshener, Moonlight Breeze with Gain Scent, 8.8 oz., 2/Pack (97809) • Quill.com $7.49 2 $14.98
Forehead Thermometer for Adults and Kids, Digital Touchless Thermometer for Baby, Infants and Toddlers, 3 Color Fever Alarm, FSA HSA Eligible,1s Fast Accurate Reading, Non Contact • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
First Aid Only Splinter Out Tweezers, 10/Box (22-410) • Quill.com $5.60 2 $11.20
2025-2026 Desk Calendar - March 2025 to August 2026 - Desk Calendar 2025-2026 Large 17" x 12", Large Ruled Blocks, to-do List & Notes, Corner Protectors, Office Supplies Calendar for Planning • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
MEUUT 3 Pack Pen Lights for Nurses with 6 Batteries – Medical Penlights Nurse Accessories for Work, Perfect Nursing Student Essentials Medical Supplies for Nurses Doctors EMT Trauma • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Scent of Adventure Essential Oils Set 6 Aromatherapy Diffuser Blends for Home Office Humidifier Car Fresheners Premium Grade Relaxation Scented Oil Diffuser Refill Essentials Pack Christmas Gift Set • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
AnutriON Push Pin Clips, 50 PCS Multicolored Push Pin with Wooden Clips, Wooden Push Pins Clips, Decorative Thumbtacks Clips, Colorful Push Pins for Cork Board, Wall, Bulletin Board Decorations • Amazon Business $5.59 1 $5.59

Materials cost

$1,008.15

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.12

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,053.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$185.87

Total project goal

$1,239.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,239.14

18 Donors

-$632.95

Donations toward project cost

-$541.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$91.20

Matching donations from our partners

-$601.79

Match offers toward project cost

-$511.52

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$90.27

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.40

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