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Mrs. Bennett-Thomas from Prichard, AL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Bennett-Thomas's classroom raised $878

Yummy in Their Tummies!

Help me give my students a little yummy in their tummies to make it through the day.

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Mrs. Bennett-Thomas Vigor High School
Prichard, AL Grades 9-12

My Project

We are seeking food donations to support our students' well-being and enhance their learning experiences. By providing nutritious snacks, we can help students stay energized and focused throughout the school day, ensuring they are able to fully engage in class activities and lessons. The items requested—such as fruits, chips, granola bars, and healthy beverages etc.—will directly contribute to reducing hunger-related distractions and improving overall academic performance.

Our goal is to create an environment where every student has access to the nourishment they need to succeed, fostering both physical and mental growth.

What makes our students special is their resilience and eagerness to learn despite challenges. Many come from backgrounds where access to consistent meals is limited, making this initiative even more vital for their success. This project will not only support their education but will also help strengthen the community's bond by ensuring that no student goes without.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

90 students impacted 5 donors
Mrs. Bennett-Thomas Vigor High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Prichard, AL 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

90 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (144 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $62.89 1 $62.89
True Clear Purified Bottled Water 16.9 fl. oz. Bottles 24/Carton (TC54594) • Staples $8.95 6 $53.70
Slim Jim Original Snack-Sized Smoked Meat Stick 0.28 oz 120 Sticks/Box (61368) • Staples $50.50 1 $50.50
Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers, Pack of 45 • School Specialty $49.12 1 $49.12
Bulk Candy Mix Parade Kid’s Dream, 6lb of Individually Wrapped Party Candy Variety Mix Bag, Kid’s Favorite Sweets Giant Bag Assorted Classic Candies for Pinata Filler, Goodie Bag Fun Size • Amazon Business $45.50 1 $45.50
Chocolate Candy Variety Pack, Bulk Chocolate Candy For Parties, 5 LB Assorted Chocolate Candy Variety Pack, Delicious Mixed Chocolate Candy Assortment Bag Bulk, Perfect For Sharing And Snacking • Amazon Business $40.50 1 $40.50
GoGo squeeZ Fruit on the Go Organic, Apple Apple, 3.2 oz (Pack of 48), Unsweetened Organic Fruit Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut Free and Dairy Free, Recloseable Cap, BPA Free Pouches • Amazon Business $35.76 1 $35.76
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
Nissin Cup Noodles Chicken Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup, 2.25 oz. (220-00498) • Quill.com $32.99 1 $32.99
Hot Chips Variety Pack - Takis Fuego, Flamin' Hot Cheetos, and Chester's Hot Fries Pack of 12 with a Mystery Item, Perfect Snack with a Surprise • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
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 2 $27.26
Welch's Fruit Snacks Mixed Fruit 8 oz 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.89 2 $25.78
Nabisco Fun Shapes Variety Pack, Barnum's Animal Crackers, Teddy Grahams and CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $8.37 3 $25.11
Del Monte Fruit Cups Variety Pack, Diced Peaches, Diced Pears, Mandarin Oranges, 4oz (12 Count) | 100% Juice, Lunch Snacks, Fruit Cups • Amazon Business $7.98 3 $23.94
RITZ Cheese Sandwich Crackers, School Snacks, 48 Snack Packs (6 Boxes, 6 Crackers Per Pack) • Amazon Business $22.68 1 $22.68
TOOTSIE FROOTIES Taffy Candy 2 LB (10 Assorted Mix Flavors) - Tootsie Rolls Bulk Bag, Individually Wrapped, Fruit Chews, Peanut and Gluten Free, Chewy Candy Bulk Bag by YummyLand 32 oz (290 pieces) • Amazon Business $17.80 1 $17.80
TOOTSIE ROLL FRUIT CHEWS Candy SOUR - 2 LB (134 Pieces) - Bulk Candy Bag, Fruity Flavored, Assorted Flavors, Peanut & Gluten-Free, Individually Wrapped Sour Candy • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Snack Stacks, Lunch Snacks, Office and Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
FIJI Natural Artesian Bottled Water 500 mL / 16.9 Fl Ounce (Pack of 6) - 100% Recycled Plastic • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98
RITZ Bits Cheese and RITZ Bits Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches Variety Pack, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.86 1 $9.86
Skittles Singles To Go Tropical Variety Pack, Watertok Powdered Drink Mix, Includes 4 Flavors, Strawberry Starfruit, Mango Tangelo, Kiwi Lime, Pineapple Passionfruit, 1 Box (30 Servings) • Amazon Business $4.78 2 $9.56
Skittles Singles To Go Wild Berry Variety Pack, Watertok Powdered Drink Mix, Zero Sugar, Low Calorie, Includes 4 Wild Berry Flavors, 1 Box (30 Single Servings) • Amazon Business $4.78 1 $4.78
Skittles Singles To Go Variety Pack, Powdered Drink Mix, Zero Sugar, Low Calorie, Includes 4 Flavors: Green Apple, Strawberry, Grape, Orange, 1 Box (30 Single Servings) • Amazon Business $4.78 1 $4.78

Materials cost

$648.43

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.91

Sales tax

 $52.85

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$745.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.63

Total project goal

$877.55

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $877.55

4 Donors

-$722.55

Donations toward project cost

-$614.17

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$108.38

match offer

-$155.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$131.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.25

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