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Ms. Birdwell from Aurora CO is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Full Bellies Make Ready Learners

Help me give my students easy food options that they love and that will allow them to be full and ready to learn without having to leave class.

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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

The following are some of the benefits of having snacks readily available for students:

Nutrition and Health: Many high school students may not have access to nutritious snacks at home, leading to gaps in their diet throughout the school day.

By providing easy school snacks, students can maintain their energy levels, focus better in class, and support their overall health and well-being.

Food Insecurity: Some students may come from food-insecure households where regular meals are not guaranteed. Easy school snacks can bridge the gap between meals and ensure that students have access to essential nutrients, reducing the impact of food insecurity on their academic performance and physical health.

Improved Concentration: Hunger can significantly impact students' ability to concentrate and engage in learning activities. Having access to easy school snacks allows students to alleviate hunger pangs, stay focused in class, and make the most of their educational opportunities.

Promoting Equity: Food donations for easy school snacks promote equity by ensuring that all students have equal access to essential resources for learning. By removing food-related barriers, schools can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

Overall, food donations for easy school snacks play a crucial role in supporting the nutritional needs, academic success, and overall well-being of high school students, while also promoting equity and inclusivity within the school community.

Ms. Birdwell
Grades 9-12

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (5 Boxes, 60 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $21.48 5 $107.40
Takis 40 pc / 1 oz Hero Variety Pack, Assorted Flavored Mixed Rolled Tortilla Chips – (20) Fuego 1 oz, (10) Blue Heat 1 oz, (10) Intense Nacho 1 oz • Amazon Business $23.49 4 $93.96
Maruchan Instant Lunch Hot & Spicy Chicken Flavor, 2.25 Oz, Pack of 12 • Amazon Business $15.95 5 $79.75
Niro Assortment | 40 Packs Individual Bags Cheese Crackers Variety Pack, Cheez-It, Gold fish, Annie's, and Ritz Bits Snack Packs | Snacks for Adults and Children • Amazon Business $38.50 2 $77.00
Rubbermaid Roughneck Tote 3 Gallon Stackable Storage Container with Cool Gray Stay Tight Lid and Easy Carry Handles, Black, 6 Pack • Amazon Business $55.09 1 $55.09
Rice Krispies Treats Mini Squares, Kids Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Variety Pack, 20.1oz Box (52 Bars) • Amazon Business $10.98 4 $43.92
Maruchan Instant Lunch Chicken Flavor, 2.25 Ounce (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $7.08 5 $35.40
Kraft Original Easy Microwavable Macaroni and Cheese Cups (8 ct Box, 2.05 oz Cups) • Amazon Business $8.47 4 $33.88
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Original (36 Cups) • Amazon Business $14.24 2 $28.48
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit, Perfect for School Lunches, Gluten Free, Bulk Pack, Individual Single Serve Bags, 0.8 oz (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $8.48 2 $16.96
[300 Count] Clear Heavy Duty Plastic Forks, Heavyweight Disposable Forks, Fancy Plastic Cutlery, Elegant Disposable Forks, Plastic Utensils Set, Clear Forks Set • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
[300 Count] Clear Heavy Duty Plastic Spoons, Heavyweight Disposable Spoons, Fancy Plastic Cutlery, Elegant Disposable Spoons, Plastic Utensils Set, Clear Spoons Set • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Keebler Sandwich Crackers, Single Serve Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Toast and Peanut Butter, 11oz Tray (8 Packs) • Amazon Business $3.49 4 $13.96

Materials cost

$615.78

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$655.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$115.59

Total project goal

$770.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$770.61

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$770.61

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