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Mrs. Ponesse from Scottsdale, AZ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Snack Time! MMMM

Help me give my students snacks to keep them going through the day!

  • $499 goal

This project expired on October 4, 2025.

This project expired on October 4, 2025.

My Project

My students are bright, energetic second graders who come to school each day ready to learn. But as the day goes on, their energy and focus can fade especially when their tummies are empty. Many of my students come from low-income households, and for some, the food they get at school may be their most consistent meals.

This project will help me provide a daily snack to support their health, attention, and academic success.

When students are nourished, they can stay focused during lessons, participate actively in discussions, and feel more confident and comfortable in the classroom.

I’m requesting individually packaged healthy snacks such as granola bars, fruit cups, crackers, and trail mix. These snacks will be offered in a safe, clean, and welcoming way,no questions asked.

A simple snack can make a big difference in a child’s day. With your support, we can ensure no student in our classroom has to learn while feeling hungry. Thank you for helping us fuel our learning and growth!

Mrs. Ponesse Pima Traditional School Grades PreK-2

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.

Scottsdale, AZ View local requests

More than a third 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

30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Skinny Pop Variety Snack Pack, 36/Pack (220-01049) • Quill.com $25.49 3 $76.47
Cereal Bars Variety Pack Breakfast Food Snack Box 30 Individually Wrapped Granola Bars Lucky Charms, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Golden Grahams, Peanut Butter Puffs and Reusable Bag • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
KIND PLUS Gluten Free Cranberry Almond Nutrition Bar, 1.4 oz., 12 Bars/Box (PHW17211) • Quill.com $32.80 1 $32.80
Special K Nutrition Bar Variety Pack 0.88 oz. 60 Bars/Box (220-01007) • Staples $30.49 1 $30.49
Nicunom 8 Packs Small Storage Bins with Lids, 3.2 QT Clear Storage Latch Box Plastic Storage Bins Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Lotus Biscoff Cookies, Caramelized Biscuit Cookies, 160 Cookies (8 Sleeves of 10 XL Size Two-Packs) Vegan, 8.8 Ounce (Pack of 8) • Amazon Business $25.52 1 $25.52
Tate's Bake Shop Tiny Chocolate Chip Cookies, 24 - 1 oz Bags • Amazon Business $24.00 1 $24.00
Walker's Shortbread Fingers Pure Butter Shortbread Cookies Individually Wrapped 1.4 oz 24/Pack (WKR00116) • Staples $22.56 1 $22.56
Cracker Jack, Triple Original, 3 Ounce • Amazon Business $18.15 1 $18.15
Mattel Games Apples to Apples Junior Kids Game, Card Game for Family Night with Kid-Friendly Words to Make Crazy Combinations • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Cookie Queen: How One Girl Started TATE'S BAKE SHOP® • Amazon Business $16.71 1 $16.71
Nature’s Turn Freeze-Dried Fruit Snacks, Apple Cinnamon Crisps, Pack of 2 (1.2 oz Each) • Amazon Business $14.20 1 $14.20
Fisher Snack Tropical Trail Mix, 3.5 Ounces, Banana Chips, Almonds, Cashews, Dried Sweetened Pineapple and Mango • Amazon Business $3.99 3 $11.97
Pick Me Up Provisions Starlight Mints 80 oz. (MYS23909) • Staples $11.89 1 $11.89

Materials cost

$362.73

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$25.94

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$424.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.84

Total project goal

$498.95

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