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Mrs. Ruffner from Capitol Hgts., MD is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Honor Society Community Service Projects

Help me give my students the chance to take initiative, practice leadership, & improve their school community while completing their community service hours as required by the National Elementary Honor Society!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Ruffner's classroom raised $586

This project is fully funded

My Project

The 5th grade members of the National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS) are excited to embark on two impactful service projects this spring, and we are seeking your support to make these efforts a success.

Your generous donation will not only help provide the necessary materials for these projects, but it will also empower our students to engage in community service, develop leadership skills, and demonstrate their appreciation for their teachers and school environment.

Our first project is "Clean Up Day" in April, where students will take the lead in cleaning up our school grounds, including the field, playgrounds, and other outdoor areas. To ensure the students are equipped to tackle the job safely and effectively, we are requesting support to help purchase gloves, trash bags, grabbers, and other cleaning supplies.

The second project is for Teacher’s Appreciation Week in May. Our NEHS members have expressed a strong desire to do something special for our hardworking teachers. We have decided to create personalized "If You Give a Teacher a Cookie" books. Attached to the books will be small tokens of appreciation like tea bags, socks, and cookies of course! Students will be coauthoring, designing, printing, assembling, and distributing these books, making the project even more meaningful. For this, we need card stock, markers, book covers, and the treats we would like to attach.

The impact of these efforts will be felt throughout our school community, fostering a sense of pride and togetherness. We truly appreciate your support in helping these projects come to life!

Mrs. Ruffner Carmody Hills Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Capitol Hgts., MD 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

HBCU Alum 10 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crowye 12 Pairs Womens Funny Crew Socks for Teacher Nurse Novelty Cotton Socks Appreciation Gift for Graduation Teachers' Day • Amazon Business $18.99 4 $75.96
Grandma's Cookies, Variety Pack, (Pack of 30) • Amazon Business $20.34 2 $40.68
Teacher 12 Pcs Notepad Sets Lined Notepads Teacher to Do List Memo Notepads for Teacher Appreciation Present Colored Sticky Notes Cute Paper Stationery Organizer Supplies for School (Cute Style) • Amazon Business $8.99 4 $35.96
REWKCY 32" Grabber Reacher Tool, 2-Pack Foldable Reacher Grabber Pickup Tool with 360° Rotating Jaw & Magnet, Trash Picker Upper Grabber, Lightweight Grabbers for Seniors Heavy Duty • Amazon Business $16.97 2 $33.94
Cuffbow 12 Pcs Teachers Eye Masks Christmas Bulk Teacher Appreciation Gift Best Teacher Sleep Eye Mask Soft Lightweight Blindfold Strap Blackout Eye Mask Christmas Party Gifts • Amazon Business $6.99 4 $27.96
Oxford Clear Front Report Covers, Assorted Colors, Letter Size, 25 per Box (55813EE) • Amazon Business $12.76 2 $25.52
Orville Redenbacher's Microwave Popcorn, Movie Theater Butter Flavor, 3.29 oz., 24-Count • Amazon Business $12.72 2 $25.44
PAYDAY Peanut Caramel Candy Bars, 1.85 oz (24 Count) • Amazon Business $20.02 1 $20.02
Cholemy 48 Pieces Teacher Appreciation Pens Teacher Appreciation Gifts Ballpoint Pens Bulk Inspirational Thank You Ink Pen Gift for School Office Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
HEATH Milk Chocolate English Toffee Full Size, Bulk, Individually Wrapped Candy Bars, 1.4 oz (18 count) • Amazon Business $17.46 1 $17.46
HERSHEY'S, KIT KAT and REESE'S Assorted Milk Chocolate Candy Variety Box, 27.3 oz (18 Count) • Amazon Business $16.57 1 $16.57
Twinings Black Tea Variety Pack with Earl Grey Tea, English Breakfast Tea, Irish Breakfast Tea, and Lady Grey Tea Bags, Individually Wrapped, 20 Count Ea (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Neenah Index Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 90 lb/163 gsm, White, Lightweight, 94 Brightness, 300 Sheets (91437) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
NESCAFE CLASICO, Dark Roast Instant Coffee, 12 boxes (84 packets) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Sharpie Electro Pop Permanent Markers, Fine Tip Marker Set, Coloring Markers, Drawing Markers, Writing Markers, Assorted Colors Art Markers, 24 Count • Amazon Business $12.55 1 $12.55
ForPro Professional Collection Disposable Nitrile Gloves, Chemical Resistant, Powder-Free, Latex-Free, Non-Sterile, Food Safe, 4 Mil, Black, Large, 100-Count • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon Trash Bags, Tall Kitchen Trash Bags 13 Gallon Size, Drawstring Closure, Continuous Odor Control, White, Lavender and Sweet Vanilla Scent, 80 Bags • Amazon Business $11.97 1 $11.97
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon & Fresh Scent, Sanitizes/Cleans/Disinfects/Deodorizes, 340 Count (4 Packs of 85) • Amazon Business $10.72 1 $10.72
ALLFUN 1000 Pieces Clear Glue Points Dots Double Sided Adhesive Removable for Balloons Craft Sticky • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59

Materials cost

$435.29

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$26.12

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$497.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.87

Total project goal

$585.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$585.81

2 Donors

-$430.81

Donations toward project cost

-$366.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$64.62

match offer

-$155.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$131.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.25

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