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Mrs. Gillis from Keaau, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fueling Minds, One Snack at a Time!

Help me give my students snacks to help them fuel their brains to learn.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Gillis's classroom raised $746

This project is fully funded

My Project

I work with an amazing group of Title One students who come to school eager to learn, despite the challenges they face. These students are bright, resilient, and deserving of every opportunity to thrive both academically and emotionally. However, many come to class hungry, lacking the supplies and tools that make learning fun and engaging.

With your help, I am requesting snacks, art supplies, and learning games to provide the resources my students need to succeed.

Nutritious snacks will keep their minds fueled, ensuring they can focus and participate throughout the day. Art supplies will encourage creativity and self-expression, building confidence and fostering emotional well-being. Learning games will add excitement to lessons, reinforcing key concepts while promoting collaboration and critical thinking.

This project aims to address both the academic and emotional needs of my students. By nourishing their bodies, nurturing their creativity, and fostering joyful learning experiences, I hope to create a classroom where every student feels empowered and supported.

Your generous donation will help make a lasting impact, showing my students that they are valued and that their education matters. Thank you for being part of our journey toward success!

Mrs. Gillis Kea'au Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

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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

120 students impacted 3donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Iconikal Fidget Spinner Random Color Bulk Assortment Set, 24-Pack • Amazon Business $19.99 3 $59.97
Nature Valley Oats & Honey Granola Bar 1.49 oz. 49 Bars/Box (GEM12942) • Staples $19.55 2 $39.10
Keebler Sandwich Crackers, Single Serve Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Variety Pack (45 Packs) • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
ZaxiDeel Slow Rising Sensory Stress Ball 8 Pack, Squeeze Ball Stretchy Fidget Ball for Anxiety Stress Relief, ADHD Autism Sensory Fidget Toys for Hand Therapy • Amazon Business $15.16 2 $30.32
Wondertoys 600 PCS Dominoes Set for Kids Wooden Building Blocks 6 Colors Bulk Dominoes Racing Tile Games Educational Toy for Kids Birthday Party with 11 Add-on Blocks and 1 Storage Bag • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Giggle Time Koala Pencil Buddy (36) Pieces - Koala Stuffed Animal Pencil Toppers, Pencil Clip On, Koala Bear Prizes for Students, Kids’ Party Favor, Piñata Stuffer - 2 inches • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Wellsley Farms Chewy Chocolate Granola Bar 0.88 oz. 60 Bars/Box (220-00538) • Staples $24.16 1 $24.16
Mott's Fruit Flavored Snacks, Assorted Fruit, Pouches, 0.8 oz, 40 ct • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
Keebler Cookies and Crackers, Variety Pack, 30 Ct. (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $11.98 2 $23.96
Christmas Crafts for Kids Adults, Beaded Ornament Kit to Make Wreath Candy Cane-Xmas Holiday Tree Decorations Party Supplies, 40 Pieces • Amazon Business $11.79 2 $23.58
Rubber Tetherball w/ Rope • Teachers' School Supply $22.44 1 $22.44
Raymond Geddes Clip-On Critter Plush Animal Pencil Toppers (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $21.60 1 $21.60
White Wood Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $21.37 1 $21.37
PETBSNVB Multiplication 12x12, Addition 1-12, Math Fidget Popper, Learn Multiplication, Addition with Pop Fidget Toy, Learning tools for students and children, Bubble Sensory Rainbow (Rainbow-Red) • Amazon Business $9.95 2 $19.90
Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, 1 oz On-the-Go Snack Packs, 20 Count Box • Amazon Business $9.76 2 $19.52
12 Pieces Monkey Stringy Balls Sensory Fidget Stringy Balls Soft Rainbow Pom Bouncy Stress Balls with Storage Bag, Multicolor (2.75 Inch 12 Pieces) • Amazon Business $17.59 1 $17.59
Xmfdty Shrink Plastic Sheets,36Pack Shrink Film Sheets Sanded Shrink Paper Sheets,Shrink Art Paper Kit for Creative Craft DIY Ornaments(8 x 5.7inch) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Mocoosy 148PCS Shrink Plastic Sheets for Shrinky Dink Paper Kits, Heat Shrinky Paper Clear Frosted Shrink Films Include Shrinkable Paper Keychain Earring Accessories Kids Art Craft Activity Set • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
60 Pcs Turtle Figure Sea Turtle Miniature Figurines Mini Figurines in Bulk Multicolor Sea Turtle Figure for Ocean Animal Figurines DIY Home Garden Birthday Party Favor Decoration • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
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
selizo Mini Tiny Plastic Baby Figurines Small King Cake Babies Bulk for Ice Cube My Water Broke Baby Shower Games (10 Colors), 200pcs • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
Lakeshore Playground Ball - 10" Diameter • Lakeshore Learning Materials $10.99 1 $10.99
HAPTIME 50 Pcs Mini Dinosaur Figures, Mini Resin Animals to Hide, Sensory Bin/Treasure Box Toys, Bulk Plastic Dinosaur Party Favors, Small Classroom Prizes, Tiny Figurines for Kids, Vase Filler • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
GliSun 220 Pieces Mini Resin Ducks Tiny Duck for Garden Micro Landscape Ornament Dollhouse Prank Christmas Falloween Birthday Party Favors DIY Decoration Craft（11 Colors） • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
KANSPHY 100 Pack Key Ring with Chain and Open Jump,1 inch Split Round Keychain Rings Bulk for Craft Making Jewelry • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Pressman Charades for Kids Peggable - No Reading Required Family Game Multicolor ,5" • Amazon Business $6.44 1 $6.44

Materials cost

$552.63

Vendor shipping charges

 $18.84

Sales tax

 $24.32

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$634.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$111.90

Total project goal

$745.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $745.98

2 Donors

-$725.98

Donations toward project cost

-$617.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$108.90

match offer

-$20.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$17.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.00

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