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Ms. Diaz from Chicago, IL is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Keeping Kindergarteners Cozy!

My students need clothing for their uniform and winter accessories so they can be well-kept and ready for winter!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Diaz's classroom raised $746

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Students

Imagine you are five years old again: You arrive at school, ready for another day, but suddenly you are overcome by the urge to go to the bathroom. You raise your hand to tell your teacher, but come back a few minutes later needing help with your belt...only it isn't a belt, it's a plastic bag.

My students hail from a high-poverty neighborhood.

Although each family is different, several of my students' families are struggling financially. Due to this, basic necessities, such as clean uniforms and climate appropriate clothing, often get put on the back burner. One of my students in particular often comes to school tripping over her pants which are much too long for her tiny body, but have probably been saved with lots of care from an older sibling. This same student has come to school wearing a plastic bag in place of a belt, as well as shirts missing two or three buttons right above her belly. Several other students either have to wear the same clothing they accidentally stained earlier in the week or their parents must resort to sending them without a uniform. When students are out of uniform, they must wear one of the school's shirts, which are big kids' large and fit my little kinder students like dresses.

My Project

With the clothing I am requesting, I will be able to provide some of my students with much needed uniforms. They will no longer have to wear clothes that does not fit them or is falling apart simply because they cannot afford to do otherwise. Also, with winter approaching, my students will need accessories such as hats, gloves, and scarves to keep them warm during the bitter cold. These items are life essentials.

Although my students are not yet fully aware of their situation, I have witnessed the happiness and relief even used clothing can bring a child.

With these brand new clothing items and winter accessories, my students will be cozy when they go outside for recess or walk to and from school, but more importantly, it would take a bit of burden off their families while ensuring that my students are well-groomed every day.

Ms. Diaz Hedges Fine Arts and Performing Arts School Grades PreK-2

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.

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
French Toast Little Boys' Shawl Collar Pullover, Navy, 7 • Amazon Business $16.86 4 $67.44
Miracu Balaclava Ski Mask, Women and Men Soft Fleece Full Face and Neck Winter Hat/Hood (Black&Gray) • Amazon Business $15.99 4 $63.96
School Uniform Unisex Short Sleeve Pique Knit Shirt By French Toast, White 31915-7 • Amazon Business $9.94 5 $49.70
French Toast School Uniforms Girls Adjustable Waist Pant Girls navy 6 • Amazon Business $15.26 3 $45.78
KHQ Big Girls' Short Sleeve Pico Polo, White, Large • Amazon Business $9.00 5 $45.00
Kids Elastic Adjustable Strech Belt With Silver Square Buckle - Navy Blue • Amazon Business $13.49 3 $40.47
U.S. Polo Association Little Girls' Long Sleeve Broadcloth Shirt with Peter Pan Collar, White, 06 • Amazon Business $7.99 5 $39.95
Genuine Little Boys' Long Sleeve Pique Polo, White, 7 • Amazon Business $7.99 5 $39.95
N'Ice Caps Little Girls Fleece Lined Knitted 3PC Set with Poms (4-7 Years, Neon Pink) • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
French Toast School Uniforms Anti-Pill Crew Neck Cardigan Sweater Girls navy 6 • Amazon Business $17.95 2 $35.90
Dickies Boys 2-7 Flat Front Pant, Dark Navy, 6 Regular • Amazon Business $13.80 2 $27.60
Rossette Girls Cotton White Cami Undershirts - Pack of 2 (6, White) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
iXtreme Little Boys' Puffer with Digi Panel, Forest, 7 • Amazon Business $19.04 1 $19.04
Kidorable Little Boys' Dino Hat, Green, One Size • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Kidorable Little Boys' Dino Scarf, Green, One Size • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Baby Girls Boys Winter Hat Scarf Woolen Earflap Hood Scarves Skull Caps • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Faux Leather Woven Girl's Dress Belt in Many Stylish Colors Mermaid Blue Medium • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Hanes Girls Red Label Cushion Crew P10 White M 10 Pack • Amazon Business $6.87 1 $6.87

Materials cost

$594.56

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$633.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$111.79

Total project goal

$745.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $745.27

4 Donors

-$195.99

Donations toward project cost

-$186.99

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.00

Matching donations from our partners

-$525.29

Match offers toward project cost

-$446.50

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$78.79

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$24.00

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 $0.00

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