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This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Esquen from Miami, FL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ferguson Cheer Team Fundraiser!

Help me give my students have the essentials for games, pep rallies, practices, and more!

  • $337 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

Dear Supporters,

We're reaching out with excitement and spirit to invite you to join our high school cheerleading team in a fantastic fundraising campaign!

Our goal is to enhance the cheer experience for both our team members and the entire school community.

Why Support Us?

Our cheerleading squad plays a crucial role in boosting school spirit and morale. We want to take our performances to new heights, but we need your help to make it happen. Your support will contribute to:

- Water bottles, Gatorade, Snacks, First aid supplies and more!

These items will really help us on game days, pep rallies, practices, and more!

Ms. Esquen John A Ferguson Senior High School Grades 9-12

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.

More about Ms. Esquen

Miami, FL View local requests

More than half 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

105 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Frito-Lay Ultimate Snack Care Package, Variety Assortment of Chips, Cookies, Crackers & More, (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $26.38 2 $52.76
Coleman Chiller Series 48qt Insulated Portable Cooler, Hard Cooler with Ice Retention & Heavy-Duty Handles, Great for Camping, Tailgating, Beach, Picnic, Groceries, Boating & More • Amazon Business $33.50 1 $33.50
Biofreeze Pain Relief Roll-On 3 FL OZ, Gel 4 FL OZ, And Spray 4 FL OZ Variety Pack Topical Pain Reliever For Muscles And Joints From Arthritis, Backache, Strains, Bruises, & Sprains (Package May Vary) • Amazon Business $29.00 1 $29.00
KIND Nut Bars Favorites Variety Count, 1.4 Ounce, 12 Count, Dark Chocolate Nuts and Sea Salt, Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate, Caramel Almond and Sea Salt • Amazon Business $13.29 2 $26.58
Goldfish Crackers Big Smiles Variety Pack with Cheddar, Colors, and Pretzels, Snack Packs, 30 Ct • Amazon Business $12.86 2 $25.72
Perfect Stix Icebag10TT-50 Ice Bag with Twist Tie Enclosure, 10 lbs (50/Pk), Clear • Amazon Business $9.89 2 $19.78
Dimora White Athletic Tape 4-Pack - 60 Yards Strong Adhesive Sports Tape in Total, NO Sticky Residue Easy Tear, Best Sport Tape for Athletes & Fitness Enthusiasts of All Levels (1.5in X 45ft Roll) • Amazon Business $9.79 2 $19.58
Togear Liquid Chalk MEDICHALK, Sports Chalk, Hand Grip Chalk,Weightlifting Chalk,Gym Chalk,Work Out Chalk for Cross Training, Powerlifting,Pole Dance(100ML) • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
Pure Life, Purified Water, 8 Fl Oz, Plastic Bottled Water, 24 Pack • Amazon Business $3.99 3 $11.97
Band-Aid Travel Ready Portable Emergency First Aid Kit for Minor Wound Care with Assorted Adhesive Bandages, Gauze Pads & More, Ideal for Travel, Car & On-The-Go, 80 pc • Amazon Business $10.89 1 $10.89
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages for Wound Care and First Aid, All One Size, 100 Count • Amazon Business $8.48 1 $8.48

Materials cost

$251.85

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.78

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$285.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.41

Total project goal

$336.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$336.04

1 Donor

-$336.04

Donations toward project cost

-$285.63

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.41

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$0.00

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