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Ms. Gaines from Dallas, TX is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fuel the Fun: Support Our House System!

Help me give my students items for our school’s house system, as it plays a big role in building community, boosting student morale, and encouraging positive behavior throughout the year.

  • $674 goal

This project expired on September 27, 2025.

This project expired on September 27, 2025.

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

I would truly appreciate a donor's support in helping us provide items for our school’s house system, as it plays a big role in building community, boosting student morale, and encouraging positive behavior throughout the year:

Our school’s house system is designed to build unity, encourage positive behavior, and create a strong sense of community among students and staff.

Through team challenges, celebrations, and rewards, students learn the value of leadership, teamwork, and school pride.

With your support, we can provide meaningful incentives, decorations, and supplies that make the house system more engaging and exciting.

Your donation will help us continue creating a school culture where every student feels seen, supported, and celebrated.

Ms. Gaines Alex Sanger Preparatory 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.

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.

Dallas, TX View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

HBCU Alum Never Before Funded 130 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
School Smart Storage Tray, Letter Size, 10-3/4 x 13-1/4 x 3 Inches, Blue • School Specialty $11.24 8 $89.92
Blue Stick Flags, 50 Pack Hand Held Small Blue Flags On Stick,Perfect Decorations Themed Party,Sports Clubs,Festival Events,Garden,Golf Course,Playground,Flower Pot • Amazon Business $11.98 7 $83.86
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 1 $44.99
PopCorners Popped Corn Snacks, Sampler Pack, 1 Ounce (Pack of 20) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $22.43 2 $44.86
SCHOOLHOUSE SNACKS - Snacks for Kids (50 Count) | Snack Box for Kids with American Snack Assortment | Perfect Kids School Snacks, Variety Snack Box, Camp Care Package, Travel Snack Box, Snack Gift Box • Amazon Business $40.99 1 $40.99
CRAVEBOX Snack Box (50 Count) Valentines Day Variety Pack Gift Care Package Basket Adult Kid Guy Girl Women Men Birthday College Student Office Back to School • Amazon Business $31.63 1 $31.63
Fruit Bars Snack Gift Box (20 Pack) - 100% Natural, Gluten-Free, Vegan Fruit Snacks Variety Pack • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Colorful Back to School Wood Sign Plaque(11.81” x 7.48”), Cute School Wooden Hanging Decoration with Pencil Design, Decorative Classroom Wall Decor Gift for Teacher Student Classroom Front Porch • Amazon Business $14.24 2 $28.48
FWIEXA Amazing Things Happen Here Wood Sign Plaque(10" x 12"), Blue Measuring Cup Shaped Wall Sign with Inspiring Quotes, Funny Growth Mindset Door Sign for Nursery Room Playroom • Amazon Business $13.49 2 $26.98
15 Pcs Artificial Cloud Props Raindrop Garland Set 3D Cloud Hanging Decorations 12 Paper Hanging Rain Drops Decor Pieces for Baby Shower Party and Centerpieces Stage Decoration • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
AEAHALY Heart Sunglasses for Women Rimless Heart Shaped Sunglasses Women Pink Heart Glasses Effect Bachelorette Party Favor • Amazon Business $22.94 1 $22.94
Dazzle Bright Curtain String Lights, 300 LED 9.8ft x 9.8ft 8 Lighting Modes Fairy Lights USB Powered, Waterproof Lights for Christmas Party Wedding Outdoor Indoor Wall Decorations (White) • Amazon Business $9.89 2 $19.78
KatchOn, Xtralarge Blue Fringe Backdrop - 8x3.2 Feet, Pack of 2 | Blue Streamers Party Decorations | Blue Fringe Curtain for Ocean Decorations | Under The Sea Party Decorations, Blue Party Decorations • Amazon Business $11.96 1 $11.96
12 Pcs Tissue Pom Poms Kit, Tissue Paper Flowers for Birthday, Boy Baby Shower, Nursery, Graduation, Bachelorette Party Decoration (Blue Mix) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
IARTTOP Inspirational Quote Wall Decal, Be The Reason Someone Smiles Today Motivational Saying Stickers,Positive Attitude Vinyl for Bedroom Living Room Classroom Decor,Black • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Seajan 65.62 ft Colorful Classroom Bulletin Board Border Boho Everyone is Welcome Here Rainbow Trim Bulletin Board Scalloped Border Sticker for Classroom Decor(Black) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$525.33

Vendor shipping charges

 $8.99

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.88

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$572.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$100.98

Total project goal

$673.18

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