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Teacher Elder from Camden, NJ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Safe And Comfortable In Class.

Help me give my students snack to feel safe and comfortable in class.

FULLY FUNDED! Teacher Elder's classroom raised $159

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

Snacks in the classroom can play a significant role in helping students feel more connected to their learning environment and create a sense of safety and comfort. For many students, the classroom can be a place where they spend a significant portion of their day, and having access to snacks can make the space feel more welcoming and nurturing. When students have a snack available, they may feel more at ease, reducing anxiety and allowing them to focus on learning.

First, snacks can provide a sense of security.

For some students, hunger can be a major distraction. By ensuring students have access to snacks, schools show they care about their well-being, which helps students feel supported and valued. This sense of care can make the classroom a more positive and inviting space, encouraging students to actively engage and participate.

Moreover, snacks can promote social connections among students. Sharing snacks or having a break to eat with classmates fosters a sense of community, helping students bond over shared experiences. These interactions build trust and camaraderie, which can contribute to a positive classroom culture.

Finally, snacks can serve as a small reward or motivator for students, encouraging them to stay on task and take pride in their work. The comfort of having snacks available can help students associate the classroom with feelings of security and warmth, enhancing their overall experience and strengthening their emotional connection to the space.

Teacher Elder Eastside High School Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Camden, NJ 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
OREO Mini Cookies, Mini CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, RITZ Bits Cheese Crackers, Nutter Butter Bites & Wheat Thins Crackers, Nabisco Cookie & Cracker Variety Pack, 50 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $27.49 1 $27.49
Goldfish Crackers Big Smiles Variety Pack with Cheddar, Colors, and Pretzels, Snack Packs, 30 Ct • Amazon Business $12.86 2 $25.72
Gushers Fruit Flavored Snacks, Tropical, Gluten Free, 0.8 oz, 6 ct (Pack of 10) • Amazon Business $22.40 1 $22.40
SunChips Multigrain Snacks, Variety Pack, 1 Ounce (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $21.86 1 $21.86
Little Debbie Oatmeal Crème Pies, 12 Individually Wrapped Sandwich Cookies, 16.2 OZ Box • Amazon Business $2.68 2 $5.36

Materials cost

$102.83

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$134.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$23.71

Total project goal

$158.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $158.08

3 Donors

-$78.16

Donations toward project cost

-$67.93

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$10.23

match offer

-$78.17

Match offer toward project cost

-$66.44

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.73

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.76

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 $0.00

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