Help me give my students the basic needs with grocery bags, throw blankets, and more that they request when entering our building because we want our students to feel supported and cared for daily.
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As a school social worker, many students come to my office at the start of their morning requesting basic items they need. We host a lot of families and many siblings are affected by the same issues daily.
We created this as a place in the school that students can visit on their own as needed to "shop" for supplies such as deodorant, lotion, t-shirts, sanitary napkins, sanitizer, and so on.
Bags are provided so that students can be discreet about what they take if they choose to be. They do not need to ask permission to take something, and everything is free. Please help us grow this new student support initiative and help our kids feel calm and supported throughout their day.
Nearly all 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
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Amazon Basics Shaggy Long Fur Faux Fur Sherpa Throw Blanket, 50"x60" - Dark Gray
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First Period Kit for Girls 10-12 for School- Sanitary Pads, Wipes, Panty Liners, Disposal Bags and Zippered Carry-All Bag (1-Pack: Bag Color Varies)
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$23.96
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Nature's Beauty Lavender Chamomile Sleep Body Lotion Multi-Pack - Lightweight, Non-Greasy Moisturizer to Sooth & Relax Dry Skin, Made w/ Coconut, Jojoba + Moringa Seed Oils, 8 oz (2 Pack)
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Honeydak 12 Pieces Mini Wet Hair Brush Travel Detangling Brush Soft Bristles Wet Dry Hair Brush Kids Hair Brush for Most Hair Types with Ease Knots Without Tears or Breakage (Cute Colors)
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First Aid Only 298 Piece All-Purpose First Aid Emergency Kit (FAO-442)
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Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gel Infused with Essential Oils, Scented Variety Pack, 1 fl oz Travel Size Flip Cap Bottles (Box of 12 Bottles)- 3901-24-CMRMETRY
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Simnice 60 Colors Silk Large Satin Hair Scrunchies Elastic Hair Bobbles Ponytail Holder Hair Scrunchy Vintage Hair Ties Accessories for Women Girls
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Band-Aid Brand Ourtone Adhesive Bandages, Flexible Protection & Care of Minor Cuts & Scrapes, Quilt-Aid Pad for Painful Wounds, BR55, Assorted Sizes, 30 ct, Pack of 3
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Goiple Edge Control Wax for Women Strong Hold Non-greasy Edge Smoother Strawberry Scent (4oz Edge Control + 0.7oz Travel Szie Edge Control Wax + Edge Brushes*2+Tie Band*2)
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Color Changing Stress Balls for Adults and Kids - 6 Pack - Fidget Toys with High Resistance - Sensory Stress Toys and Anxiety Relief ADHD Fidget Toys by Beyond Innoventions
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FOVURTE Bamboo Cotton Swabs 400 count, Organic Cotton Buds for Ears, Natural Wooden Cotton Swabs Ears
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Materials cost
$335.96
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.04
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$371.00
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$65.47
Total project goal
$436.47
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$436.47
1 Donor
-$436.47
Donations toward project cost
-$371.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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