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Dr. Flanagan from Chicago, IL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mental Health Matters!

Help me give my students Mental health awareness and self-care materials that will be beneficial to my students.

FULLY FUNDED! Dr. Flanagan's classroom raised $839

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students thrive mentally and emotionally; they are more likely to contribute positively to their schools, families, and future careers. Investing in their mental health is not only a moral responsibility but also essential to their well-being. There has been a rise in anxiety, depression, and stress among high school students. Social pressures and academic demands have exacerbated these concerns. Despite the increasing need for mental health support, my school lacks the resources to adequately address these issues. This project aims to bridge that gap by equipping my students with the knowledge and tools necessary to recognize and manage mental health challenges.

Mental health challenges among high school students are increasingly prevalent, impacting academic performance, social relationships, and overall well-being.

This project seeks funding to establish a comprehensive mental health awareness initiative that aims to provide education, resources, and support to my students. This project will foster a culture of mental well-being through an awareness campaign and counseling services. This program will not only improve academic performance but also foster resilience and healthier coping mechanisms among students. With your generous funding, we can make a lasting impact on our students' lives and future success.

Dr. Flanagan Dyett Arts High School 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.

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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 Quantity Total
PURELL Hand Sanitizer Spray, Infused with Essential Oils, Lavender and Verbena Scent, 2 fl oz Travel-Size Bottle (Pack of 6) – 2024-04-EC • Amazon Business $16.14 3 $48.42
Nush Nush Set of 60 Shiny Green Gift Bags in Bulk, Reusable With Black Handles, Medium Size, Perfect As Goodie/Birthday Gift Bags, Party Favor Bags, 8Wx4Dx10H Size • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
PURELL Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gel Infused with Essential Oils, Scented Variety Pack, 1 fl oz Travel Size Flip Cap Bottles (Box of 12 Bottles)- 3901-24-CMRMETRY • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Motipuns 300 Pcs Mental Health Stickers Reminder Decals Laptop Water Bottle Positive Waterproof Stickers Psychology Affirmations Feelings Mental Health Decor for Adult(Warm Color) • Amazon Business $14.89 2 $29.78
Dove Nourishing Body Care, Face, Hand, and Body Beauty Cream for Normal to Dry Skin Lotion for Women with 24-Hour Moisturization, 12-Pack, 5.07 Oz Each, Jar • Amazon Business $28.30 1 $28.30
durony 150 Pieces Mental Health Awareness Bracelet Green Awareness Ribbon Silicone Bracelets Set with Inspirational Quotes Health Awareness Month Gifts for Men Women, Children, 10 Designs • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Vaseline Lip w/o Backer Card Cocoa - 12 Pack Box • Amazon Business $13.34 2 $26.68
Tic Tacs Travels 60 Assorted Mini Packs - Large Mixed Box Assorted Flavor Individual Packets, Strawberry Sweet, Strawberry Sour, Mint & Orange • Amazon Business $26.44 1 $26.44
Yeaqee 32 Pads Mental Health Sticky Notes Bulk Mental Health Self Stick Pads Positive Psychology Affirmations Colors Sticky Note Study Supplies for Work Home Office Supplies Gifts(Fresh) • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Squishy Stress Balls for Kids Adults: 18 Pack Stretchy Fidget Ball for Anxiety Stress Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Squishy Ball, Party Favors Classroom Prizes, Easter Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $23.39 1 $23.39
Eaasty 48 Pcs Mental Health Awareness Gifts Set Green Ribbon Mental Health Notepad with Pens 24 Notebook 24 Ballpoint Pen for Women School Fundraising Event Supplies(Green,Mental Health Awareness) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Roowest 120 Pcs Motivational Wristbands Bulk for Student Inspirational Rubber Bands Stretch Silicone Bracelet Stocking Suffers for Class from Teacher for Kids Operation Christmas Gift(Joyous Color) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Dove Men+Care Ultra Hydra Cream Lotion, 2.53 Fl Oz (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Dove Body Love Rich Nourishment Cream, Face, Hand & Body Lotion for Extremely Dry Skin, Fast-Absorbing 72-Hour Moisturizing Cream with Ceramide Serum, Travel Size, 2.53 Oz (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Serenilite 3X Hand Therapy Exercise Stress Ball Bundle for Adults, Grip Strengthening, Tri-Density Squeeze Balls, Hand Grip Strengthener, Soft, Medium & Hard • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
8Pcs Easter Basket Stuffers Fidgets Wacky Tracks Fidget Toys for Kids Classroom Students Gifts School Prizes Sensory Autism Snap Click Snake Adults Stress Relief • Amazon Business $6.99 3 $20.97
Yeaqee 48 Pcs Mental Health Awareness Pens Motivational Retractable Pen Therapist Mental Health Courage Faith Ballpoint Pen 1.0 mm Black Ink for Office Charity Mental Health Accessories Favors Items • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Essential Oils Roll On Set 6 Pack, Essential Oil Blend for Rlexa, Stress Relief Gift Aromatherapy Oil - Self Care Gifts for Women • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
LINEMIN Womens Fuzzy Socks Cozy Fluffy Winter Warm Slipper Socks Microfiber Soft Home Sleeping Socks (6 Pack Soild Color C) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Gisafai 48 Pcs Mental Health Awareness Gift Green Ribbon Emery Board Green Awareness Ribbon Double Sided Nail File Manicure Tools for Health Awareness Party Supplies 12 Styles • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Jutom 100 Pcs Mental Health Awareness Pin Mini Buttons Green Mental Health Pin Buttons Mental Health Gifts for Party Favors • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Benatu Essential Oil Roll On Set (Dream, Lavender, Chamomile), Aromatherapy Roller for Massage, Body Skin Care, Home - Natural Fragrance Gift for Women and Men • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
WET ONES Sensitive Skin Hand Wipes, Singles Extra Gentle Fragrance & Alcohol Free 24 ea • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Kleenex On-The-Go Facial Tissues, 8 On-The-Go Packs, 10 Tissues per Box, 3-Ply (80 Total Tissues), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $2.33 6 $13.98
LINEMIN Womens Fuzzy Socks Cozy Fluffy Winter Warm Slipper Socks Microfiber Soft Home Sleeping Socks (5 Pack Soild Color G) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
60 Pieces Mental Health Awareness Bookmarks Bulk Green Ribbon Inspirational Quotes Bookmarks for Students Teachers School Mental Health Awareness Theme Favor • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
80 Pcs Anxiety Sensory Stickers with Inspirational Quotes Calm Textured Strips Relief Mental Health Stickers School Office Adhesive Sensory Tape Anti Stress Toys for Adults Teens (Watercolor) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
LINEMIN Womens Fuzzy Socks Cozy Fluffy Winter Warm Slipper Socks Microfiber Soft Home Sleeping Socks (5 Pack Soild Color B) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Folkulture Essential Oil Roller Set of 3 Natural Essential Oil Roll On Blends for Skin, Massage, Relaxation Fragrance Roll On Oil, Lavender, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Camphor. • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Jergens Sleep Stick Restful Blend Essential Oil Balm, Aromatherapy with Lavender & Evening Primrose Essential Oil, 0.9 Oz • Amazon Business $9.12 1 $9.12
150 PCS Mental Health Matters Stickers Pack for Journals, Laptops, Water Bottles, Therapist Office Decor, Counselor Office Must Haves, Positive Quote Decals for Mental Health Awareness (150) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Jergens De-Stress Essential Oil-Scented Stick, Aromatherapy Stick with Lemon and Clary Sage Essential Oils, 0.9 Oz • Amazon Business $7.96 1 $7.96
Jergens Awaken Essential Oil-Scented Stick, Calming Aromatherapy Stick with Wild Orange and Lemon Essential Oils, 0.9 Oz • Amazon Business $6.37 1 $6.37
Bouiexye 60 Sheets Green Tissue Paper Multicolor Tissue Paper Bulk Gift Wrapping for DIY Art Craft Floral Birthday Baby Shower Party Festival • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
100pcs Mental Health Stickers for Water Bottle, Mental Health Matters Awareness Therapist Waterproof Vinyl Decal for Kids Adult Girl Laptop Skateboard Phone Notebook Guitar(Positive Affirmation) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
Jergens Focus Essential Oil-Scented Stick, Aromatherapy Stick Crafted with Peppermint and Basil Essential Oils, 0.9 Oz • Amazon Business $4.24 1 $4.24
50PCS Mental Health Awareness Stickers,Waterbottle Stickers Laptop Stickers Vinyl Stickers • Amazon Business $2.99 1 $2.99

Materials cost

$672.37

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$712.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$125.73

Total project goal

$838.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $838.19

2 Donors

-$683.19

Donations toward project cost

-$580.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$102.48

match offer

-$155.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$131.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.25

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