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

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Snacks and Lights

Help me give my students a better organization system, snacks, and better lighting.

  • $727 goal

This project expired on July 16, 2025.

This project expired on July 16, 2025.

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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

I am requesting snacks, so students can focus on the math around them. Several students always enter class hungry, and they can't focus on learning when they are hungry! In addition, I am requesting better organization for students to access the materials they need easily.

So, let there be light!

My students appreciate learning when snacks are available. Students would also appreciate having better lighting options. Instead of using the overhead, bright, fluorescent lights, they can have warm color string lights and lamps around the classroom. I know my students would appreciate these items greatly!

Ms. Ramos King Kekaulike High School Grades 9-12

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.

Makawao, HI View local requests

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

160 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Simple Designs LT2064-CLW Glass Table Lamp with White Fabric Shade, Clear (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $78.70 1 $78.70
Christmas Lights 100 Count Mini Clear Lights 32ft White Wire Christmas Tree String Lights Set for Outdoor Indoor Christmas Decorations Wedding Decorations Valentines Day Decor,UL Certified (32feet) • Amazon Business $15.28 3 $45.84
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
Peanut Free Snacks & Tree Nut-Free Snacks Variety Pack - Allergy Friendly Snacks for Kids Individually Wrapped - Cookies, Candy, Crackers, Chips - Bulk Assortment (58 Count) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 2 $39.40
Amazon Basics Woodcased Classroom #2 Pencils with Erasers, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead, Value Pack of 30 count, Orange • Amazon Business $3.84 10 $38.40
Ultimate Variety Sampler Care Package - Gift Package, Snacks, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts Gift Box, Great for HALLOWEEN, Christmas, Thanks Giving, Office Meetings ,Friends & Family, Military,College Students (50 Count) • Amazon Business $35.97 1 $35.97
2Fold Supply Pencil Dispenser for Classroom - Stainless Steel Bulk Pencil Holder for Desk - Includes Removable Label Stickers - Teacher Must Haves for Organization - Holds up to 200 Pencils (Yellow) • Amazon Business $28.39 1 $28.39
PREXTEX Classroom Storage Baskets Crayon and Pencill Container - Classroom Organization - Crayon Holder - Storage Basket, Shelf & Desk Organizer - Classrooms, Office Desk, Small Desk, and Toy Storage • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $13.98 2 $27.96
MeCids 360°Rotating Desk Organizers Homeschool Office Organization and Storage Art Supplies Organizers– 12" Lazy Susan Style Caddy with Removable Bins, for Home Offices, School Supplies Classroom Use • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Rarlan Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fluorescent, 96 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $24.96 1 $24.96
Modern Floor Lamp Simple Design with White Shade, Foot Pedal Switch, 60" Small Tall Lamps for Living Room Bedroom Office Dining Room Kitchen, Black Pole Lamp(Without Bulb) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, 1 oz On-the-Go Snack Packs, 20 Count Box • Amazon Business $9.76 2 $19.52
Life Savers Pep-O-Mint Mints 44.93 oz.(MMM27625) • Staples $15.54 1 $15.54
LifeSavers Wint-O-Green Wintergreen Mints Party Size 44.93 oz. (MMM29060) • Staples $14.74 1 $14.74
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.8 oz. 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$535.35

Vendor shipping charges

$20.42

Sales tax

$23.56

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$617.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$108.95

Total project goal

$726.31

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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