Every day in my classroom, I see students who are eager to learn—but oftentimes hunger stands in the way. Whether they’ve missed breakfast, don’t have enough food at home, or just need a boost to get through the long school day, it’s hard to focus on academics when your stomach is empty.
That’s why I’m asking for your support to provide a steady supply of snacks and breakfast items right here in our classroom.
By having various shelf-stable items on hand, I can ensure that any student who needs a little fuel has access to it—no questions asked.
This project will help create a welcoming, judgment-free space where students know their basic needs are being met. Whether it’s first thing in the morning or halfway through a tough day, these small bites can make a big difference in energy, focus, and participation.
Your generosity will help remove one more barrier to learning, and let students focus on what they came here to do—grow, achieve, and thrive.
Thank you for investing in our classroom and in our students' well-being!
More than three‑quarters 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
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Materials cost
$378.86
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.68
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$414.54
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$73.15
Total project goal
$487.69
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$487.69
3 Donors
-$256.72
Donations toward project cost
-$243.82
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$12.90
match offer
-$200.85
Match offer toward project cost
-$170.72
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Schiffer and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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