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Mrs. Beard from Columbus, GA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Food Is Fuel...I Can't Work on an Empty Stomach

Help me give my students a chance to be successful without having an empty stomach.

  • $431 goal

This project expired on September 29, 2025.

This project expired on September 29, 2025.

My Project

Imagine trying to concentrate on a challenging math problem, reading a book, or engaging in a science experiment while your stomach is growling. Hunger can make it difficult for students to focus and stay engaged. As a dedicated teacher, I want to ensure my students have the fuel they need to succeed. Providing healthy snacks will not only keep their energy levels up but also create an environment where they can stay focused, learn effectively, and feel cared for. I teach an incredible group of students who come from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique strengths and challenges.

Many of my students face economic hardships, which can sometimes mean coming to school without enough to eat.

Mrs. Beard Davis 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

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Columbus, GA 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 40 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Snacks PK 50 • Grainger $74.13 1 $74.13
Crackers Variety Pack - Individually Wrapped Assortment - Sampler Bulk Care Package Gift Box - Snack Pack (40 Count) • Amazon Business $41.99 1 $41.99
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $13.98 2 $27.96
Skinny Pop Variety Snack Pack, 36/Pack (220-01049) • Quill.com $25.49 1 $25.49
Pepperidge Farm Chessmen Minis Butter Cookies, 8 Snack Packs, 2.25-oz. Each (Pack of 8) • Amazon Business $8.08 3 $24.24
OREO Original, OREO Golden, CHIPS AHOY! & Nutter Butter Cookie Snacks Variety Pack, 56 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $22.58 1 $22.58
Kar's Gluten Free Sweet N' Salty Snack Mix, 2 oz., 24 Bags/Pack (KAR08387) • Quill.com $22.39 1 $22.39
Cheez-It Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Original (6 Bags) • Amazon Business $22.37 1 $22.37
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks Gummies 0.8 oz. 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $11.99 1 $11.99
Nabisco Fun Shapes Variety Pack, Barnum's Animal Crackers, Teddy Grahams and CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.86 1 $9.86
Del Monte FRUIT CUP Snacks, Family Pack, No Sugar Added, 12-Pack, 4 oz Variety Pack • Amazon Business $7.82 1 $7.82
Snack Pack Strawberry and Orange Flavored Juicy Gels, 4 Count Snack Cups • Amazon Business $1.27 5 $6.35

Materials cost

$310.14

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$21.40

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$366.19

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.62

Total project goal

$430.81

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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