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Ms. Ross-Gutierrez from Bakersfield, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Ross-Gutierrez's classroom raised $394

Health and Wellness Basics!

Help me give my students snacks, and health and wellness supplies to stay healthy through the year.

This project expired on May 6, 2024.

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Ms. Ross-Gutierrez Ramon Garza Elementary School
Bakersfield, CA Grades 3-5

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

This project is made with the purpose of obtaining wellness and hygiene supplies for our students. Ensuring the well-being and health of our students is a top priority, and your support can make a significant difference in their daily lives.

Our school serves a diverse community, and many of our students face challenges related to access to basic wellness and hygiene items.

With your help, we aim to provide essential supplies that will not only enhance their physical health but also contribute to their overall well-being and self-esteem.

Your contributions will directly benefit the students in our school and alleviate the stress they may face due to a lack of these essential items. By helping us provide these supplies, you are contributing to a healthier and more conducive learning environment for all our students.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

28 students impacted 6 donors
Ms. Ross-Gutierrez Ramon Garza Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Bakersfield, CA View local requests

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

28 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Veratify - Healthy Mixed Snack Box & Snacks Gift Variety Pack - Great for Home, Lunches, Work, Grab and Go, Office, Meetings - Breakfast Bars, Bulk Granola Bars, Snacks (Care Package 66 Count) • Amazon Business $41.93 1 $41.93
Curel Ultra Healing Intensive Fragrance-Free Lotion For Extra-Dry Skin, Dermatologist Recommended, Ideal for Sensitive Skin, Cruelty Free, Paraben Free 1 Oz (Pack of 30) • Amazon Business $25.81 1 $25.81
Gift A Snack - Healthy Snack Box Variety Pack Care Package + Greeting Card (60 Count) Treats Gift Basket, Nutritious Granola Breakfast Bars Assortment • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
24 Pcs Mini Brush Hairbrush for Kids Girls Wet Little Travel Hairbrush Mini Hair Brush Detangling Soft Bristles Hair Brush for Most Hair Types Smoothing with Ease Knots (Fresh Colors) • Amazon Business $24.79 1 $24.79
Degree Invisible Solid Antiperspirant Deodorant 0.5 Ounce (Cool Rush, Pack of 18) • Amazon Business $24.59 1 $24.59
Degree Shower Clean Dry Protection Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick, 0.5 ounce (Pack of 18) (18 Pack) • Amazon Business $23.79 1 $23.79
Toothbrush & Cover Travel Kit with Colgate Toothpaste (12 Pack) • Amazon Business $20.85 1 $20.85
Kids Winter Beanies, 12 Pack Warm Cold Weather Hats Boys Girls Children (Assorted #3) • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
Cheez-It Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Original (40 Packs) • Amazon Business $18.12 1 $18.12
Black Forest Organic Gummy Bears Candy, 0.8 Ounce Pouches, 65 Count • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
SUNNEEHOME 12 Pairs 6.5in Kids Winter Gloves Bulk Full Finger Stretch Knitted Cotton Toddler Gloves for Boys or Girls Birthday Gift 6-11 Years • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon & Fresh Scent, Sanitizes, Cleans, Disinfects & Deodorizes, 255 Count (3 Packs of 85) (Previously Solimo) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $9.17 1 $9.17
AZEN 24 Pack Lip Balm Stocking, Natural Lip Balm Bulk, Moisturizing Lip Balm for Dry Lips • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98
Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes Singles, Daily Facial Cleanser Towelettes, Gently Removes Oil & Makeup, Alcohol-Free Makeup Wipes, Individually Wrapped, 20 ct • Amazon Business $5.24 1 $5.24

Materials cost

$275.53

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $25.21

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.13

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$334.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.09

Total project goal

$393.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $393.96

2 Donors

-$160.56

Donations toward project cost

-$159.81

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.75

Matching donations from our partners

-$205.95

Match offers toward project cost

-$175.06

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.89

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$27.45

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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