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Mrs. Reyes from Oakland, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help my Families in Need

Help me give my students needed items to succeed at school: snacks, shoes and backpacks.

  • $1,181 goal

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My Project

Each year, I have students who are struggling economically and they are in desperate need of food and clothing. Some of my families are in a homeless situation or living in shelters.

These families are in need of immediate help with clothes and food.

The parents are working hard in getting out of this situation so they appreciate any help and relief we can provide them. I am just asking for shoes, food and backpacks for my students. I am asking for non-perishable food like cereal bars, healthy snacks that I can provide them with during the day or even to take home. Shoes will keep their little feet warm and the backpacks will not only help them carry their school materials, but will make them feel good and ready for school.

My students work tirelessly in the classroom. They improve every day with her speech, socialization, and academics. But learning and growth cannot happen if they are not appropriately clothed or fed.

We will welcome your donations with open hearts. You will make these families very happy and thankful.

Mrs. Reyes Emerson Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Oakland, CA View local requests

More than half of 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

10 students impacted 17donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Skinny Pop Variety Popcorn 36/Box (220-01049) • Staples $35.46 3 $106.38
Sherr 20 Pack Foldable Lightweight Backpack Travel Bag, Classic Backpacks Bag Assorted Colors Bags Bulk Backpacks Outdoor Travel Bag • Amazon Business $49.99 2 $99.98
Szsppinnshp Kids Spiderman LED Light Up Shoes Baby Boys Girls Breathable Fashion Flashing Sneaker Athletic Running Shoe Toddler First Walking Sneaker • Amazon Business $29.89 3 $89.67
40 Packs Individual Bags Cheese Crackers Variety Pack, Cheez-It, Goldfish, Annie's, and Ritz Bits Snack Packs | Snacks for Adults and Children | Niro Assortment • Amazon Business $38.50 2 $77.00
Break Box Healthy Snack Snack Box 23/Box (700-S0001) • Staples $38.21 2 $76.42
RUNSIDE Boys Girls Tennis Shoes for Kids Running Lightweight Sports Sneakers Causal Breathable Walking Lace-up Shoes Outdoor • Amazon Business $24.99 3 $74.97
Snacks Variety Pack - Care Package Gift Box - Chips, Candy, Cookies, Crackers Bulk Assortment (160 Count) • Amazon Business $66.99 1 $66.99
RUNSIDE Boys Girls Tennis Shoes for Kids Running Lightweight Sports Sneakers Causal Breathable Walking Lace-up Shoes Outdoor • Amazon Business $28.99 2 $57.98
RUNSIDE Boys Girls Tennis Shoes for Kids Running Lightweight Sports Sneakers Causal Breathable Walking Lace-up Shoes Outdoor • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
Kellogg's SCOOBY-DOO! Baked Graham Cracker Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Snack Crackers, Cinnamon (40 Pouches) • Amazon Business $21.73 2 $43.46
Jack Link's Beef Jerky Variety - Includes Original and Teriyaki Flavors, On the Go Snacks, Great Stocking Stuffer Gift, 13g of Protein Per Serving, 9 Count of 1.25 Oz Bags • Amazon Business $13.63 3 $40.89
Pirate's Booty Cheese Popcorn, .5 oz., 36/Box (220-00092) • Quill.com $39.99 1 $39.99
Act II Popcorn Butter Lovers 36/CT (GOV23255) • Staples $23.52 1 $23.52
Cheez-It Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Original (40 Packs) • Amazon Business $18.12 1 $18.12
Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (5 Boxes, 60 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $14.48 1 $14.48

Materials cost

$879.83

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $80.50

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,003.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$177.09

Total project goal

$1,180.62

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,180.62

14 Donors

-$1,028.27

Donations toward project cost

-$876.03

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$152.24

match offer

-$150.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$127.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.35

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