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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 Service Stars- Fighting Hunger

Help me give my students the tools to start a food pantry and feed members of our school community who are in need.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Ruffner's classroom raised $499

This project is fully funded

My Project

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

Inspired by the Time For Kids Service Stars mission, my scholars will engage in community service, develop leadership skills, and address the dire need to address hunger amongst our school community.

With resources purchased from this project, scholars will assemble food bags to support families identified as needing assistance through a recent needs survey. In addition, scholars will work toward long-term solutions by writing letters to local restaurants to inquire about their handling of excess food and encourage them to consider making donations. They will also reach out to grocery stores, requesting their support in collecting nonperishable items for a community pantry at our school. The Sharpies and posterboard will be used to make signs for the food drive if we can convince a grocery store to participate.

Thank you in advance for supporting our efforts! Your support enhances the lives of not only my scholars who are building service and leadership skills, but the families who will benefit from the food pantry as well.

Mrs. Ruffner Carmody Hills Elementary 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.

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 29 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
GoGo squeeZ yogurtZ Variety Pack, Blueberry & Berry, 3 oz (Pack of 20), Kids Snacks Made from Real Yogurt and Fruit, No Fridge Needed, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Recloseable Cap, BPA Free Pouches • Amazon Business $14.99 3 $44.97
SpaghettiOs Super Mario Bros Canned Pasta with Meatballs, 15.6 oz Can (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $14.76 3 $44.28
General Mills Cereal Variety Pack, Lucky Charms, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cheerios, and Honey Nut Cheerios, 8 Single Serve Pouches, 9.14 oz • Amazon Business $5.26 8 $42.08
Orville Redenbacher's Microwave Popcorn, Movie Theater Butter Flavor, 3.29 oz., 24-Count • Amazon Business $12.72 3 $38.16
GoGo squeeZ Applesauce and Fruit Puree Variety Pack, Apple & Cinnamon, 3.2 oz (Pack of 20), Unsweetened Fruit Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut Free and Dairy Free, BPA Free Pouches • Amazon Business $12.48 3 $37.44
Quaker Instant Oatmeal, 4 Flavor Variety Pack, Individual Packets, 48 Count • Amazon Business $15.39 2 $30.78
Knorr Pasta Sides Chicken Fettuccine Pack of 12 For Delicious Quick Pasta Side Dishes No Artificial Flavors or Preservatives 4.3 oz • Amazon Business $15.06 2 $30.12
Kraft Easy Mac Original Mac & Cheese Macaroni and Cheese Dinner Microwavable Dinner, 18 ct Packets • Amazon Business $6.88 4 $27.52
Maruchan Ramen Chicken, Instant Ramen Noodles, Ready to Eat Meals, 3 Oz, 24 Count • Amazon Business $7.20 3 $21.60
Dole Diced Peaches and Cherry Mixed Fruit in 100% Juice Variety Pack - Dole Fruit Bowls Snacks - 4 oz Bowls - 16 Pack • Amazon Business $8.33 2 $16.66
Nabisco Team Favorites Variety Pack, OREO Mini, CHIPS AHOY! Mini, Teddy Grahams Honey & Barnum's Animal Crackers, 30 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Hygloss White Poster Board 11x14 Inch, 25-Pack - Blank Cardstock for School Supplies, Projects, Signs & Displays - Durable 12pt Thickness, Easy to Cut & Decorate - Versatile for Classrooms & Events • Amazon Business $9.37 1 $9.37
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Chisel Tip Marker Set, Poster Markers, Markers For Wood, Plastic, And More, Assorted Colors, 8 Count • Amazon Business $5.13 1 $5.13
Knorr Pasta Sides Chicken Fettuccine For Delicious Quick Pasta Side Dishes No Artificial Flavors or Preservatives 4.3 oz • Amazon Business $1.00 5 $5.00

Materials cost

$366.08

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$21.96

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$423.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.74

Total project goal

$498.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$498.27

1 Donor

-$498.27

Donations toward project cost

-$423.53

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.74

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$0.00

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