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Ms. Barnett from Bronx, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Making it Through Menstruation

Help me give my students menstrual products to help ease them during that time of the month.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Barnett's classroom raised $188

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 Project

Imagine trying to pay attention in class while dealing with intense cramps or feeling really uncomfortable during your period. It’s tough, right? That’s where portable heating pads and menstrual pads can make a big difference.

Portable heating pads are small, easy-to-use devices that can help relieve pain caused by muscle cramps, including period cramps.

When you’re in pain, it’s hard to focus on your schoolwork or even stay in class. With a heating pad, students can soothe their cramps discreetly while staying at their desks. This means they can focus better on lessons, take notes, and participate in class without the constant distraction of pain.

Menstrual pads are essential for managing periods, but not everyone has access to them when they need them. Some students might feel embarrassed or stressed if they don’t have the supplies they need, which could cause them to miss class or leave early. By making menstrual pads available at school, we can help students feel more confident and prepared. This ensures they can stay in class, learn, and feel like their needs are being taken seriously.

When students have tools to manage pain and discomfort, it creates a more supportive learning environment. They don’t have to worry about hiding their struggles or missing important lessons. Instead, they can focus on their education and feel more comfortable at school.

Providing these items shows that we care about students’ health and well-being. It helps build a school community where everyone feels valued and supported, which is key to helping students succeed. Small solutions like heating pads and menstrual pads can make a big difference in helping all students feel ready to learn and do their best every day.

Ms. Barnett East Bronx Academy for Future Grades 9-12

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.

Bronx, NY 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Heating Pad for Period Cramps,Portable Heating pad - Cordless Menstrual Relief, 5 Heat Levels, 7 Massage Modes, Fast Heating, Adjustable Belt, 3000mAh, Gift for Women • Amazon Business $13.99 5 $69.95
Always Ultra Thin Feminine Pads For Women, Size 3 Extra Heavy Long Absorbency, Multipack, With Wings, Unscented, 28 Count x 3 Packs (84 Count total) • Amazon Business $16.91 2 $33.82
GENIANI King Size Heating Pad for Back Pain & Cramps Relief, FSA HSA Eligible, Auto Shut Off, Machine Washable, Moist Heat Pad for Neck & Shoulder, Knee, Leg, Heat Patches 12'‘×24’’(Aqua Blue) • Amazon Business $23.37 1 $23.37

Materials cost

$127.14

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.91

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$159.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.07

Total project goal

$187.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $187.12

2 Donors

-$166.55

Donations toward project cost

-$159.05

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.57

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 $0.00

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