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Ms. Colon from Pittsburgh, PA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Keep My Students Cool and Hydrated Without AC!

Help me give my students classroom drinks to keep them hydrated and comfortable, ensuring they can stay focused and engaged throughout the day.

  • $191 goal

This project expired on July 27, 2025.

This project expired on July 27, 2025.

My Project

Our classroom is located in an old building that lacks air conditioning, making it difficult for students to stay comfortable during warmer months. Many of my students come from low-income neighborhoods and often don’t have access to the resources they need to stay hydrated.

Providing drinks and drink dispensers would ensure that they stay refreshed and focused throughout the day, especially during the hot weather.

My students are amazing, hardworking children who deserve the best educational experience I can provide. By offering them access to water and other drinks, I can help them maintain their energy and concentration, giving them the best possible environment to learn and thrive. Your support would make a huge difference in their daily experience and well-being!

Ms. Colon Weil Pre-Kindergarten - 5 School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Pittsburgh, PA 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

34 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
2 PCS 1 Gallon Drink dispenser, Glass Beverage Dispenser With Wood Stand, Large Water Drink Dispensers for Parties With Stainless Steel Spigot, Ideal for Lemonade,Juice, Tea, and Party Drinks • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Gatorade Zero Sugar Thirst Quencher, Glacier Cherry Variety Pack, 12 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $18.49 1 $18.49
Honest Kids Appley Ever After, Organic Juice Drink, 6 Fl oz Juice Boxes, Pack Of 40, Apple • Amazon Business $17.69 1 $17.69
Splash Refresher, Wild Berry Flavor Water Beverage, 8 Fl Oz Plastic Bottles (24 Count) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Splash Refresher, Wild Berry Flavor Water Beverage, 8 Fl Oz Plastic Bottles (24 Count) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Capri Sun Fruit Punch flavored Juice Drink Blend, 30 ct Box, 6 fl oz Pouches • Amazon Business $8.78 1 $8.78
Kool-Aid Jammers Tropical Punch (Grape & Cherry Artificially Flavored Kids Soft Drink Variety Pack, 30 ct Box, 6 fl oz Pouches) • Amazon Business $7.27 1 $7.27

Materials cost

$130.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$162.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.61

Total project goal

$190.76

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