Help me give my students reward my students' efforts, something that not only celebrates their achievements but also encourages them to keep reaching for their goals. With your support, I believe we can make this possible.
$233 goal
This project expired on September 15, 2025.
This project expired on September 15, 2025.
Celebrating 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
As we approach the end of the school year, I find myself reflecting on the incredible dedication, resilience, and growth my students have shown throughout the year, working hard, overcoming challenges, and consistently striving to do their best.
I would love to reward their efforts in a meaningful way, something that not only celebrates their achievements but also encourages them to keep reaching for their goals.
With your support, I believe we can make this possible.
Your generosity could help provide better reward which will make this celebration truly special.
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
Never Before Funded223 students impacted
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Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers, Pack of 45
• School Specialty
$49.12
1
$49.12
Healthy Snack Bars To Go & Bars Gift Variety Pack (Care Package 66 Count) Comes in Elegant LA Signature Gift Box -Bulk Sampler Bars Military Care Package, Office Meetings & More
• Amazon Business
$44.99
1
$44.99
Snacks PK 50
• Grainger
$40.44
1
$40.44
Skinny Pop Variety Snack Pack, 36/Pack (220-01049)
• Quill.com
$25.49
1
$25.49
Materials cost
$160.04
Vendor shipping charges
$4.91
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.40
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$197.35
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$34.83
Total project goal
$232.18
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Joana Marie Garcia and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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