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Ms. Monahan from Picayune, MS is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Full Bellies, Healthy Minds!

Help me give my students nourishing snacks and create a warm, comfortable environment where they can feel secure while engaging in their learning activities.

  • $661 goal

This project expired on May 8, 2024.

This project expired on May 8, 2024.

My Project

Providing nourishment for both students and staff will enhance focus and productivity throughout the day. Some students arrive at school late, having missed breakfast. Having readily available healthy snacks ensures they feel secure, knowing they can enjoy a snack without their hunger affecting their learning. Additionally, teachers may benefit from a quick snack to deliver optimal lessons for their students.

By eradicating hunger, we enable students to fully immerse themselves in the learning process, fostering success in their education.

A well-nourished mind, coupled with a warm and secure atmosphere, empowers students to excel.

Ms. Monahan West Hancock Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Picayune, MS View local requests

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

372 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
15 Drawer Rolling Storage Cart, Mobile Utility Cart with Lockable Wheels, Drawers, Multipurpose Organizer Cart for Home, Office, School, Gradient Black • Amazon Business $85.99 2 $171.98
VASAGLE Bookshelf, 5-Tier Open Bookcase with Adjustable Storage Shelves, Floor Standing Unit, Black ULBC165T56 • Amazon Business $75.99 1 $75.99
Snacks Variety Pack for Adults - Snack Box Care Package - Bulk Healthy Snack Bag Assortment (34 pack) • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
Slim Jim Original Snack-Sized Smoked Meat Stick 0.28 oz 120 Sticks/Box (61368) • Staples $46.93 1 $46.93
Break Box Breakfast Snack Box 41/Box (700-S0002) • Staples $39.08 1 $39.08
Break Box Healthy Snack Box 37/Box (700-S0005) • Staples $34.07 1 $34.07
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Snack Stacks, Lunch Snacks, Office and Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $12.98 2 $25.96
Cheez-It Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Original (40 Packs) • Amazon Business $18.12 1 $18.12
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit & Berries 'N Cherries Bulk Variety Pack, Perfect Stocking Stuffer for Kids, Gluten Free, 0.8 oz Individual Single Serve Bags (Pack of 60) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Snack Jar� Starlight Mints, 5 lb Bag • Quill.com $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$490.10

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $34.31

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$561.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.13

Total project goal

$660.89

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