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Ms. Medeiros from Waianae, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Motivate Learning

Help me give my students snacks to help motivate their learning and also a top load water cooler station so my students don't get dehydrated throughout the day.

  • $661 goal

This project expired on July 17, 2025.

This project expired on July 17, 2025.

My Project

My students need snacks to remain focused and energized during school. Snacks like these will ensure students will be successful in school because they will have brain food. Proper hydration is also key to staying focused and energized throughout the school day.

These snacks will offer students a variety of healthy snacks or snacks that will give them a bigger boost during their school day.

Students need snacks and treats to remain focused in class. Staying hydrated improves concentration, cognitive function, and overall well-being. When students have access to water during the school day, they are more likely to stay engaged in their lessons and participate in class activities.

Seeing the growth in their academics, as they focus on accomplishing their work, making them feel successful. Also seeing the joy in their eyes makes me feel that when you provide what they need they can be able to become a well rounded individual in our society.

Ms. Medeiros Makaha Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Waianae, HI View local requests

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

12 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Frigidaire Water Cooler Dispenser, Top Load Water Cooler for Home, Garage, Dorm, RV & Cottage, Hot & Cold Water Dispenser for 3 and 5 Gallon Bottles, Stainless Steel • Amazon Business $110.99 1 $110.99
Pop Tarts Ultimate Variety Pack - 96 Total Pastries! - 8 Boxes - 3.3 Ounces Per Package - With Mighty Merchandise Bag Clip • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Snacks PK 36 • Grainger $62.59 1 $62.59
Office Snax Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies Cookies, Chocolate Chip Shortbread, 20/BX, Multi • School Specialty $51.97 1 $51.97
Hot Chips Snacks Variety Pack for Adults - Fiery Spicy Snack Bag Care Package - Gift Box Bulk Assortment (30 pack) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
ZOOFOX 6 Pack Plastic Storage Bins with Lids, 6 Quart Stackable Clear Storage Containers, Latching Box for Organizing Snacks, Crafts, Toys, Tools (Blue handle) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Maruchan Ramen Instant Cup Noodle Variety Pack, 6 Count, 3 Flavors - Chicken, Beef and Shrimp for your Lunch, Meal, and Snack! Tasty Soup (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Act II Popcorn Butter Lovers 36/CT (GOV23255) • Staples $23.52 1 $23.52
Gardetto's Original Original Snack Mix 1.75 oz. 42 Bags/Pack (GEM49448) • Staples $23.50 1 $23.50
Suclain Set of 36 Colorful Plastic Tumblers 14 oz Kids Plastic Cups Bulk Unbreakable Restaurant Drinking Cup Large Reusable Cup Summer Drinking Tumblers for Ice Tea Kitchen Supplies Party, 6 Colors • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Jack Link's Classic Beef Sticks, Teriyaki – Protein Snack, Meat Snack Sticks Made with 100% Beef and Pork, 5g of Protein, Keto, Paleo & Carnivore Diet Ready, Individually Wrapped, 0.8 Oz. (Pack of 20) • Amazon Business $16.74 1 $16.74
Nabisco Cookies & Cracker Variety Pack, OREO, RITZ & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97

Materials cost

$483.22

Vendor shipping charges

$19.56

Sales tax

$21.26

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$561.29

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.05

Total project goal

$660.34

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