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Ms. Bendu from Sterling, VA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essentials for Excellence

Help me give my students essential health supplies like spoons, Band-Aids, snacks, and alcohol wipes to support their well-being.

  • $241 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! 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

Support our school students by providing essential health supplies and snacks. As a fourth-grade teacher, I aim to address immediate needs, especially for those facing food insecurity. Many students lack regular access to meals, making snacks crucial for their well-being. Additionally, we need band-aids to ensure their health and safety during the school day.

Your contribution directly impacts students' health, safety, and learning experiences.

Join us in this practical effort to bridge the gap and support the education and basic needs of our promising students. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of those facing challenges in our setting.

Ms. Bendu Sterling Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Sterling, VA 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Perk� Polystyrene Spoon, Medium-Weight, White, 300/Pack (PK56400) • Quill.com $23.59 1 $23.59
Wellsley Farms Animal Crackers With Artificial Flavors Colors Or Sweeteners 62 Oz • Amazon Business $20.08 1 $20.08
Nature Valley Soft-Baked Oatmeal Squares, Cinnamon Brown Sugar, 12 ct • Amazon Business $5.99 3 $17.97
Prestee Clear Plastic Cups - Plastic Cups - Clear Disposable Cups - PET Clear Cups - Plastic Water Cups - Plastic Wine Glass - Clear Plastic Party Cups - Holiday, Christmas Supplies (100ct, 9oz) • Amazon Business $16.82 1 $16.82
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages for Wound Care & First Aid, Assorted Sizes, 100 ct • Amazon Business $7.79 2 $15.58
The Honest Company Sanitizing Alcohol Wipes | Kills 99% of Germs, Made With Aloe | Grapefruit Grove, 150 Count (3 Packs of 50) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Kellogg's Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Kids Snacks, Mega Pack, Variety Pack, 30.1oz Box (30 Packs) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
Nabisco Team Favorites Variety Pack, OREO Mini, CHIPS AHOY! Mini, Teddy Grahams Honey & Barnum's Animal Crackers, 30 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Goldfish Cheddar Crackers, 27.3 oz carton, 2 CT box • Amazon Business $10.19 1 $10.19
Handy Laundry Shopping Cart Liner, 18" X 15" X 24", Square Bottom, Fits Standard Shopping Cart, Cover and Adjustable Straps for Easy Secure Attachment, Made from Waterproof Material, Black • Amazon Business $8.89 1 $8.89
Alcohol Wipes | Individually Wrapped Alcohol Prep Pads with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol, Great for Medical & First Aid Kits | Sterile, Antiseptic 2-Ply Alcohol Swabs - 200 count • Amazon Business $5.93 1 $5.93

Materials cost

$171.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$204.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.10

Total project goal

$240.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $240.66

1 Donor

-$240.66

Donations toward project cost

-$204.56

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.10

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 $0.00

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