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Mrs. Hoover from Fort Worth, TX is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Healthy Snacks for Healthy Kids

Help me give my students a healthy snack to help fill their bellies before they go home.

  • $354 goal

This project expired on May 23, 2024.

This project expired on May 23, 2024.

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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

Healthy snack donations can significantly benefit our PreK class in numerous ways, extending support from moms who occasionally forget to pack snacks to students battling hunger. Firstly, such donations ensure all students have access to nutritious food, promoting their physical health and overall well-being. By offering a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, we can instill healthy eating habits early on, laying the foundation for a lifetime of good nutrition.

Moreover, healthy snacks can enhance students' concentration and focus, ultimately improving their academic performance.

When children have balanced meals throughout the day, they are better equipped to engage in learning activities and participate actively in class. Additionally, providing snacks ensures that every child feels included and cared for, fostering a sense of community and belonging within the classroom.

Finally, for students who may come from food-insecure households, healthy snack donations offer vital relief and support. By addressing hunger, we create a more equitable learning environment where all students have the opportunity to thrive. Through these acts of kindness and generosity, we demonstrate compassion and empathy, teaching our young learners the importance of caring for others and making a positive difference in the lives of those around them.

In conclusion, healthy snack donations have a multifaceted impact on our PreK class, benefiting students' health, academic performance, sense of belonging, and overall well-being. From moms who occasionally forget to pack snacks to students battling hunger, these donations play a crucial role in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Mrs. Hoover North Hi Mount Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

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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

20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Break Box Big Party Snack Box 75/Pack (700-S0026) • Staples $86.43 1 $86.43
Skinny Pop Variety Snack Pack, 36/Pack (220-01049) • Quill.com $47.99 1 $47.99
Break Box Healthy Snack Snack Box 23/Box (700-S0001) • Staples $38.21 1 $38.21
Break Box Healthy Snack Box 37/Box (700-S0005) • Staples $34.07 1 $34.07
Kind Healthy Snacks KIND Nuts & Sea Salt Variety Pack Minis Snack Bars, 0.7 Ounce, Box of 20 • School Specialty $32.99 1 $32.99
Cheez-It Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, Office and Kids Snacks, Reduced Fat Original, 4.5lb Case (12 Boxes) • Amazon Business $23.46 1 $23.46

Materials cost

$263.15

Vendor shipping charges

$3.30

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$300.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.01

Total project goal

$353.41

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