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Ms. Peters from Brooklyn, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Food and Snacks for Students in Temporary Housing

Help me give my students in temporary housing healthy snacks and microwavable meals.

  • $942 goal

This project expired on July 11, 2025.

This project expired on July 11, 2025.

My Project

At our school, we believe in fostering a supportive and affirming learning environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive. However, many of our students are facing significant challenges beyond the classroom, including housing instability and food insecurity. These obstacles can make it difficult for them to focus on their education and fully engage in their learning.

To help address this, our social work team is working hard to sustain and expand our school’s food pantry.

We aim to provide students with access to nutritious snacks and microwavable meals so they can stay nourished throughout the day. A well-stocked pantry ensures that no student has to struggle with hunger while trying to meet the demands of their coursework.

Our initiative aligns with our school’s core values: Each One Teach One - Each One Reach One - Never Give Up - Try, Try Again! We are committed to ensuring that all students have the resources they need to succeed, not only academically but in all aspects of their well-being. With your support, we can continue to provide essential food items, reduce stress among students facing food insecurity, and create an environment where everyone has the opportunity to learn and grow.

Every donation—big or small—helps us move closer to a future where all students can focus on their education without worrying about where their next meal will come from. Thank you for being a part of this mission and helping us make a lasting impact in our school community!

Ms. Peters Legacy Leadership High School Grades 9-12

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

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Brooklyn, NY 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

180 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Maruchan Ramen Instant Lunch Variety, 5 Flavors (Pack of 12) with Chopsticks • Amazon Business $21.55 8 $172.40
Healthy Snack Bars To Go & Bars Gift Variety Pack (Care Package 66 Count) Comes in Elegant LA Signature Gift Box -Bulk Sampler Bars Military Care Package, Office Meetings & More • Amazon Business $44.99 3 $134.97
Campbell’s Condensed Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup, 10.5 Ounce Can (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $13.47 8 $107.76
KIND Healthy Grains Bars, Variety Pack, Dark Chocolate Chunk, Oats & Honey, Peanut Butter Snacks, Gluten Free, 45 Count • Amazon Business $26.23 3 $78.69
GoGo squeeZ Organic Applesauce and Fruit Puree, Apple Apple, 3.2 oz (Pack of 48), Unsweetened Organic Fruit Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut Free and Dairy Free, Recloseable Cap, BPA Free Pouches • Amazon Business $35.76 2 $71.52
Velveeta Shells & Cheese Original Microwaveable Shell Pasta & Cheese Sauce, 8 ct Box, 2.39 oz Cups • Amazon Business $8.47 8 $67.76
GoGo squeeZ Organic Applesauce and Fruit Puree, Apple Cinnamon, 3.2 oz (Pack of 48), Unsweetened Organic Fruit Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut Free and Dairy Free, Recloseable Cap, BPA Free Pouches • Amazon Business $41.88 1 $41.88
Maruchan Ramen Instant Cup Noodle Variety Pack, 6 Count, 3 Flavors - Chicken, Beef and Shrimp for your Lunch, Meal, and Snack! Tasty Soup (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $11.99 3 $35.97
Barilla Spaghetti Pasta, 16 oz. Box (Pack of 8) - Non-GMO Pasta Made with Durum Wheat Semolina - Kosher Certified Pasta • Amazon Business $12.00 2 $24.00
Chef Boyardee Beefaroni Pasta, Microwave Food, 7.5 OZ Microwaveable Bowl (12 Bowls) • Amazon Business $12.00 2 $24.00

Materials cost

$758.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$800.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$141.23

Total project goal

$941.56

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