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Mr. Phiri from Washington, DC is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kickstart Your Day With a Nutritious Breakfast

Help me give my students snacks and drink supplies to provide them breakfast so they can start their day energized and ready to learn.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Phiri's classroom raised $437

This project is fully funded

My Project

Many of my students face personal difficulties—some are teen parents, while others have experienced setbacks in their education—yet these experiences have made them more resilient and adaptable. They bring creativity and strong self-motivation to their studies, as they explore alternative paths to success. My students thrive in environments that offer personalized learning and support, and their determination to overcome obstacles truly sets them apart.

This project seeks snacks and drink supplies to foster a warm and inviting classroom environment by offering coffee and breakfast supplies, helping students begin their day on a positive note.

It will promote a sense of community and relaxation, helping students feel more comfortable, focused, and engaged in deeper learning. The simple routine of having coffee, tea, or hot chocolate will offer a refreshing break, keeping them energized and ready to learn.

Project tagged as

Washington, DC
Grades 9-12
Warmth, Care & Hunger
Food, Clothing & Hygiene
More than a third of students from low‑income households

Mr. Phiri Garnet-Patterson S.T.A.Y. Opportunity Academy Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than a third 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

30 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Entenmann's Little Bites Mini Muffins Variety Pack | 4 pack (20 pouches total) • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99

Peet's Coffee, Dark Roast Keurig K-Cup Pods - Major Dickason's Blend 75 Count (1 Box of 75 K-Cup Pods) • Amazon Business $42.98 1 $42.98

HB Halwani Bros Maamoul Cookies, 100% All Natural Date Filled Round Shortbread Cookies, No Preservatives, No Additives, 16 Medium Individually Wrapped Cookies (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $39.00 1 $39.00

Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Dark Magic Keurig Single-Serve K-Cup Pods, Dark Roast Coffee, 72 Count • Amazon Business $37.47 1 $37.47

HB Halwani Bros Cookies, 100% All Natural Mamoul Made with Premium Saudi Dates, Shortbread Biscuits, Date Filled, Slightly Sweet 12ct. 16.9 oz • Amazon Business $17.28 2 $34.56

Nestle Coffee mate Coffee Creamer, Original, Liquid Creamer Singles, Non Dairy, No Refrigeration, 0.375 fl oz Tubs (Pack of 360) • Amazon Business $32.47 1 $32.47

Disposable Coffee Cups with Lids 12 oz (100 Pack) - To Go Paper Coffee Cups for Hot & Cold Beverages, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Water, Juice, Eco Friendly • Amazon Business $22.79 1 $22.79

Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (5 Boxes, 60 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $21.48 1 $21.48

Dixie PerfecTouch WiseSize Coffee Design Insulated Paper Cup, 12oz Cups and Lids Bundle (12 oz, 50 Cups, 50 Lids) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Nutri-Grain Soft Baked Breakfast Bars, Kids Snacks, Whole Grain, Variety Pack (4 Boxes, 32 Count) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

Perfect Stix Wooden Coffee Stirrer Stick, 7-1/2" Length (Pack of 100) - Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $6.19 1 $6.19

Materials cost			$316.91
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$19.01
3rd party payment processing fee			$4.75
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$370.67
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$65.41
Total project goal			$436.08
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$436.08
2 Donors			-$281.08
Donations toward project cost			-$238.92
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$42.16
match offer			-$155.00
Match offer toward project cost			-$131.75
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$23.25
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

Kickstart Your Day With a Nutritious Breakfast

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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Where your donation goes

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
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