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Mrs. Latham from Cleveland MS is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Full Bellies, Full Minds!

Help me give my students snacks to keep their bellies full and minds active. We encounter so many students who come to school mainly to get breakfast and lunch. Having snacks in the classroom helps them focus.

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Hunger is a serious issue that affects many children in the United States. It can have a significant impact on a child's ability to learn and succeed in school. When children don't have enough to eat, it can make it difficult for them to focus and concentrate in the classroom. A survey conducted before the pandemic found that nearly 60% of children from low-income communities came to school hungry, and many of them admitted that it made school difficult for them. Teachers have also observed the negative effects of hunger on their students, including decreased concentration, academic performance, and behavioral issues.

Hunger not only affects a child's ability to learn, but it can also have long-term consequences on their cognitive development.

Good nutrition is critical for brain development, and when children don't have access to nutritious meals, it can hinder their learning and cognitive abilities. Studies have shown that children who regularly experience hunger have poor learning outcomes and struggle with concentration, memory, mood, and motor skills. This can have a lasting impact on their academic performance and future achievements.

Hunger affects children from all backgrounds, but it disproportionately affects Black, brown, and Native People, as well as rural and immigrant families. We need to come together and support initiatives that help ensure children have access to healthy meals, both during the school year and beyond.

My goal is to make sure that my students have full bellies and are ready to learn. Most of my students are from single-parent households who work multiple jobs just to get by. Our students find comfort and consistency at school. By addressing the issue of hunger, we can help children reach their full potential and create a brighter future for all.

Mrs. Latham
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kellogg's SCOOBY-DOO! Baked Graham Cracker Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Snack Crackers, Cinnamon (40 Pouches) • Amazon Business $21.73 2 $43.46
SnackBOX Gluten Free Healthy Snacks BOX Care Package Variety Pack (34 Count) Valentines Day College Students Exams Treats Military Finals Gift Baskets Guys Girls Adults Kids Grandkids Sampler Student Birthday Snack Packs Office Military Gift Ideas Over 3 LBS of Variety Pack Chips, Popcorn, and gr... • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Peanut Free Snacks & Tree Nut-Free Snacks Variety Pack - Allergy Friendly Snacks for Kids Individually Wrapped - Cookies, Candy, Crackers, Chips - Bulk Assortment (58 Count) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Cheez-It Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Original (40 Packs) • Amazon Business $18.12 2 $36.24
Capri Sun 100% Juice Fruit Punch Naturally Flavored Kids Juice Blend (40 ct Pack, 4 Boxes of 10 Pouches) • Amazon Business $17.96 2 $35.92
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Original (36 Cups) • Amazon Business $14.24 2 $28.48
True Clear Purified Bottled Water 16.9 fl. oz. Bottles 24/Carton (TC54594) • Staples $8.73 3 $26.19
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $11.98 2 $23.96
SkinnyPop Popcorn, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Healthy Snacks, Skinny Pop Variety Pack (Original & Dairy Free White Cheddar Popcorn), 0.5oz Individual Size Snack Bags (40 Count) • Amazon Business $22.96 1 $22.96

Materials cost

$297.19

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $20.80

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$352.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$62.20

Total project goal

$414.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $414.65

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 $414.65

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