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Mrs. Carrie Wan from Van Nuys, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tasty Treats for Academic Athletes

Help me give my students snacks like chips, fruit snacks, Capri Suns, and beef jerky to keep them energized and focused during Academic Pentathlon Scrimmage practice and competitions.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Carrie Wan's classroom raised $243

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am inspired every day by my 8th-grade Academic Pentathlon team and their incredible determination to succeed. These students juggle rigorous schoolwork with intense competition preparation, balancing their time and energy to master new challenges. What makes them special is their enthusiasm for learning and their commitment to working as a team, even when the odds are tough. Many of them come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, yet they show up to every practice with positivity and perseverance. As their coach, I want to ensure they feel supported and valued in every way.

Snacks like chips, fruit snacks, Capri Suns, and beef jerky will make a big difference in keeping my students energized and focused.

Academic Pentathlon practices are long and demanding, often lasting hours as they dive into math problems, analyze historical texts, or rehearse speeches. These snacks will help them stay fueled during these sessions, ensuring they can give their best effort. On competition days, having snacks on hand will reduce stress and keep them comfortable and prepared to perform at their best. Imagine students collaborating over a snack break, encouraging each other, and celebrating their hard work—these moments create bonds that fuel their success.

By supporting this project, you are giving my students more than snacks—you are providing the energy and confidence they need to thrive academically and emotionally. Your generosity will empower them to focus, collaborate, and achieve their goals in Academic Pentathlon. Thank you for believing in my students and helping them reach for excellence!

Mrs. Carrie Wan Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 School Grades 6-8

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.

Van Nuys, CA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

50 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Frito Lay Ultimate Classic Snacks Package, Variety Assortment of Chips, Cookies, Crackers, & Nuts, (Pack of 40) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Bulk Gummy Candy Assortment - 1.5-Lbs Sour Patch Kids Original, Tropical and Watermelon, and Swedish Fish Minis - Sweet and Sour Soft Candy Party Mix Snack Assortment - Individually Wrapped (24-Oz) • Amazon Business $18.80 1 $18.80
Trolli Mini Sour Brite Crawlers, Candy, Cherry-Lemon, Strawberry-Grape & Orange-Lime, Sweet and Sour, Gummy Worms, 18 oz (30 ct) • Amazon Business $15.92 1 $15.92
Frito Lay Flamin' Hot Mix, Variety Pack (Pack of 40), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $15.40 1 $15.40
SkinnyPop Original Popcorn, Individual Snack Size Bags, Skinny Pop, Healthy Popcorn Snacks, Gluten Free, 0.65 Ounce (Pack of 30) • Amazon Business $15.30 1 $15.30
Jack Link's Beef Jerky Variety Pack – Includes Original and Teriyaki Jerky, Bulk Proetin Snack Pack, Good Source of Protein, Meat Snacks Made with 100% Beef, Individual Bags – 1.25 Oz (Pack of 15) • Amazon Business $13.63 1 $13.63
Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Cheddar Crackers, 1.5 oz. Snack Packs, 30 Count • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Capri Sun Fruit Punch, Strawberry Kiwi and Pacific Cooler Flavored Juice Drink Blend Variety Pack, 30 ct Box, 6 fl oz Pouches • Amazon Business $8.78 1 $8.78
Tootsie Caramel Apple Pops Green 9.4 oz Bag • Amazon Business $8.66 1 $8.66
Airheads Xtremes Bites, Rainbow Berry, Party, 30.4 OZ Stand Up Bag • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Gushers Fruit Flavored Snacks, Tropical and Strawberry Flavors, Family Pack, Stocking Stuffer, 20 Pouches, 16 oz • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97
Mott's Fruit Flavored Snacks, Assorted Fruit, Gluten Free Snack, Family Pack, 40 Ct, 32 oz • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97

Materials cost

$159.40

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$14.59

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$206.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.42

Total project goal

$242.80

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$242.80

3 Donors

-$215.45

Donations toward project cost

-$206.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.07

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$27.35

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$0.00

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