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Ms. Nickerson 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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Providing Essential Bathroom Supplies for a Positive School Experience

Help me give my students a healthy learning environment where their well-being is a top priority.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Nickerson's classroom raised $1,127

This project is fully funded

My Project

To ensure that my students have every opportunity to succeed, I have undertaken a project to provide essential bathroom supplies, aiming to meet student's diverse needs and empower them on their educational journey.

Hygiene is not just about cleanliness; it profoundly impacts a student's ability to focus, concentrate, and engage in their studies.

By offering essential items such as feminine pads of different sizes, deodorant, lotion, hand sanitizer, chapstick, body soap, bathing wipes, stall wipes, Clorox wipes, lens cleaner, handwarmers, etc. I seek to create an environment where students' basic hygiene needs are met. This endeavor is not just about improving sanitation; it is about nurturing an atmosphere that allows students to thrive.

Central to this project is the goal of addressing individual needs and fostering inclusivity. We recognize that each student is unique and may face challenges beyond the classroom. Financial constraints or other circumstances may hinder some students from accessing necessary hygiene products at home. By making these supplies readily available at school, we aim to level the playing field and demonstrate our commitment to providing an equitable education for all. I want students to know that their needs matter, and that I am here to support them unconditionally.

Moreover, I understand that students may carry unseen burdens, and their time in school should be a sanctuary where they feel cared for and supported. By providing them with essential hygiene items, I hope to alleviate any worries related to personal well-being, allowing them to focus on their studies and personal growth. My project is not just about tangible items; it is a gesture of care and empathy that helps strengthen the bond between my students and I.

Ms. Nickerson Nicholas Senn 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 half 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

140 students impacted 19donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nurture Rinse Free Bathing Wipes for Adults w/Aloe Individually Wrapped | Waterless Cleansing for sensitive skin | Disposable Adult Body Bath Wet Wipe | for Disabled Bedridden Elderly Home Care 40 Ct • Amazon Business $24.45 5 $122.25
Stall Mates Wipes - Flushable Wipes | Individually Wrapped | Travel Friendly | Unscented with Vitamin-E & Aloe | (30 on-the-go singles) • Amazon Business $11.39 10 $113.90
Degree Invisible Solid Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick Cool Rush 0.5 Ounce Case of 36 • Amazon Business $37.20 2 $74.40
CHAP-LIP Lip Balm 60 Ct. with Fruit Flavors, Cocoa Butter, Coconut Oil. Moisturizing Vitamin E & Total Hydration Treatment & Soothing Lip Therapy Made in USA • Amazon Business $31.98 2 $63.96
Germ-X Original Hand Sanitizer, Kids Hand Sanitizer, Non-Drying Moisturizing Gel with Vitamin E, Instant and No Rinse Formula, Bulk Mini Travel Size for On-The-Go, 2 Fl Oz (Pack of 48) • Amazon Business $27.18 2 $54.36
Always Ultra Thin Pads for Women, Size 1 Regular Absorbency Without Wings Unscented, 44 Count x 3 Packs (132 Count total) • Amazon Business $17.74 3 $53.22
Always Ultra Thin Feminine Pads with Wings for Women, Super Absorbency, Unscented, Size 2, 126 Count • Amazon Business $16.42 3 $49.26
SimpleHouseware 8-Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Chrome • Amazon Business $46.91 1 $46.91
Jergens Ultra Healing Dry Skin Moisturizer, Travel Size Body and Hand Lotion, for Extra Dry Skin, Use After Washing Hands, HYDRALUCENCE blend, Vitamins C, E, B5, 1 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $22.04 2 $44.08
Kekow 4-Ply Facial Tissues, 100-Pack Mini Type Pocket Packs Tissues, Soft and Unscented • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Freshscent 1.0 oz Bar Soap (200 Pack) Hotel Travel Size, Individually Wrapped, Vegetable Based, Bulk Amenities and Toiletries for Hospitality • Amazon Business $36.95 1 $36.95
144 Tubes of Freshmint 0.6 oz. Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste, Metallic Tube, Tubes do not have Individual Boxes for Extra Savings, Travel Size • Amazon Business $30.88 1 $30.88
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes to Go, Bleach Free Cleaning Wipes in Bulk, Wipes with Fresh Scent, Kills Bacteria, Individually Wrapped, 1 Count Each, (Pack of 100) • Amazon Business $9.59 3 $28.77
24 Pcs Small Colorful Plastic Classroom Storage Baskets 12 Pcs 10 x 3 x 2.5 Inches Small Pencil Holder Tray 12 Pcs 6 x 4.7 x 2.4 Inches Organizer Tray Plastic Bins Storage for Desk School Office • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Bulk Toothbrush Pack with Hygienic Covers | Premium Quality Individually Wrapped Colorful Tooth Brushes | Medium Soft Bristles Perfect for Travel Packages, Donations, Hotels (100 Pack) • Amazon Business $26.89 1 $26.89
DEAYOU 16 Pack Classroom Storage Baskets Bins, Small Plastic Organizer Basket, Colorful Storage Trays, Crayon Pencil Containers for Paper, Desk, Shelf, Home School Office, 10.2" L x 6.5" W x 2.4" H • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Always Anti-Bunch Xtra Protection Daily Liners Long Unscented, Anti Bunch Helps You Feel Comfortable, 108 Count • Amazon Business $7.97 3 $23.91
HotHands Hand Warmers - Long Lasting Natural Odorless Air Activated Warmers - Up to 10 Hours of Heat - 40 Pair • Amazon Business $23.49 1 $23.49
Nice 'n Clean SmudgeGuard Lens Cleaning Wipes (100 Total Wipes) | Pre-Moistened Individually Wrapped Wipes | Non-Scratching & Non-Streaking | Safe for Eyeglasses, Goggles, & Camera Lens • Amazon Business $4.98 4 $19.92
Hair Ties, 260 PCS Black Hair Ties for Women or Men, Ponytail Holders, Premium Elastic Hair Ties for Thick Hair, Hair Bands for Women's Hair, Hair Tie, Hair Elastics, Hair Band-120PCS 4mm, 140PCS 3mm • Amazon Business $4.79 2 $9.58

Materials cost

$913.69

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$957.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$168.95

Total project goal

$1,126.35

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,126.35

17 Donors

-$867.58

Donations toward project cost

-$753.06

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$114.52

Matching donations from our partners

-$240.41

Match offers toward project cost

-$204.35

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.06

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$18.37

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$0.00

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