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Mrs. Balentine from Natchez, MS is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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From Healthy Snacks to Printed Success

Help me give my students snacks and water to keep them focused and hydrated!

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$373 still needed thanks to a match offer

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Mrs. Balentine Morgantown Elementary School

Natchez, MS Grades 6-8

My Project

I love that my students come to school each day eager to learn, full of curiosity, and ready to take on new challenges. They are resilient, hardworking, and always willing to encourage one another. My goal is to create a classroom where every student feels safe, supported, and prepared to do their very best.

The healthy snacks and bottled water will help meet my students' basic needs so they can stay focused, energized, and engaged throughout the school day.

Many students struggle to concentrate when they are hungry or thirsty, and these resources will ensure they have the fuel they need to actively participate in lessons and classroom discussions.

The ink cartridge will allow me to provide high-quality instructional materials, reading passages, graphic organizers, assessments, and hands-on activities that support daily learning. Having the ability to print engaging resources means my students will have access to meaningful lessons that strengthen their reading, writing, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Together, these resources will help create a classroom where students are nourished, prepared, and equipped to succeed. By supporting this project, you are helping remove barriers to learning and giving my students the opportunity to focus on what matters most—growing academically, building confidence, and reaching their full potential. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their future.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

HBCU Alum 100 students impacted 1 donor

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Natchez, MS
Grades 6-8
Literacy
Warmth, Care & Hunger
Traditional School
Instructional Technology
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mrs. Balentine will only receive her materials if this project is fully funded by December 12.

Mrs. Balentine Morgantown Elementary School Grades 6-8

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Natchez, MS 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 100 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

HP 87A Black Toner Cartridge | Works LaserJet Enterprise M506 Series, MFP M527 Series, H M501 Series | CF287A • Amazon Business $278.99 1 $278.99

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 $42.74 2 $85.48

Pure Life Purified Bottled Water, 24 Pack - Still Drinking Water Enhanced with Minerals for a Crisp Taste - 8 Fl Oz • Amazon Business $4.99 10 $49.90

Materials cost			$414.37
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$29.01
3rd party payment processing fee			$6.22
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$479.60
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$84.64
Total project goal			$564.24
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$564.24
1 Donor			-$5.00
Donations toward project cost			-$5.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$0.00
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$0.88
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$558.35

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This teacher needs your help!

From Healthy Snacks to Printed Success

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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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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.