{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Toppenish High School","outOfStateSupporters":29.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9771165,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our protein-packed snacks project. The moment we stocked the pantry with protein bars, shakes, beef sticks, and jerky, students immediately felt the impact of your generosity. Many of our students arrive at school without enough food to sustain them through the day, and these high-protein options provide the long-lasting energy they need to stay focused and engaged. Seeing students grab a shake before a test or take a beef stick to get through a long afternoon has been a powerful reminder of how essential this support truly is.\r\n\r\nThese items have already helped students maintain their energy, confidence, and stamina—not just in the classroom, but during after-school activities, athletics, and work responsibilities. Teachers have noticed improved participation and fewer students struggling with fatigue or distraction. One student shared that having access to these snacks \"helps me make it through practice and still get my homework done,\" highlighting just how much these resources mean in their daily routines. Your support allows our pantry to meet real needs in real time, giving students the strength to push through challenging days.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these snacks will continue to play an important role in helping students thrive academically, emotionally, and physically. Your kindness provides more than nourishment—it offers reassurance, stability, and the message that our community cares deeply about their well-being. Thank you for giving our students the fuel they need to succeed. Your generosity has made a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1764613060797,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-student-success-with-protein-pac/9771165/","projectTitle":"Fueling Student Success with Protein-Packed Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9771177,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our warm dinners project. As soon as the pantry shelves were stocked with spaghetti, soups, cup-of-noodles, and mac & cheese, students immediately felt a sense of relief and gratitude. For many of them, having access to a simple, ready-to-make meal means they no longer have to worry about going home to an empty kitchen or skipping dinner altogether. These foods provide comfort, nourishment, and a small but powerful sense of security that their next meal is taken care of.\r\n\r\nAlready, these dinner items have supported students who quietly shoulder responsibilities far beyond the classroom. Some have used them to prepare meals for younger siblings, while others have shared how having something warm to eat has helped them focus better during the school day. Teachers have noticed increased engagement, fewer signs of fatigue, and a greater sense of calm among students who know they have reliable support waiting for them. Your generosity has made it possible for our pantry to offer stability where it is most needed.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these meals will continue to ensure that no student goes to bed hungry and every student feels valued and cared for. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on their well-being, their confidence, and their ability to learn. Thank you for providing not just food, but hope, dignity, and the reassurance that our community believes in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1764613412856,"projectUrl":"project/warm-dinners-for-growing-minds/9771177/","projectTitle":"Warm Dinners for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9771153,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our healthy snacks project. The moment we stocked the pantry with granola bars, jerky, fruit-and-nut packs, and other grab-and-go options, students immediately noticed—and appreciated—the difference. Many of our students begin their day without breakfast or struggle with food insecurity at home, so having reliable snacks available has helped them stay focused, comfortable, and ready to learn. Your support gave them not just food, but a sense of reassurance that their needs matter.\r\n\r\nAlready, we've seen students using the pantry in thoughtful and responsible ways. Some grab a quick snack before tackling a challenging assignment, while others take something for after school when they know dinner may not be certain. Teachers have noticed students showing more sustained energy and engagement in class, and several students have expressed relief that they no longer have to sit through a lesson distracted by hunger. These small items have made a big impact on their confidence, participation, and overall well-being.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these snacks will continue to provide essential support for any student who needs a boost to get through the day. Your generosity helps create a caring, dependable environment where students feel valued and supported. Thank you for giving our students the fuel they need to thrive—academically, emotionally, and physically. Your kindness has truly made a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1764612891977,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning-with-healthy-snacks/9771153/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning with Healthy Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9649115,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our student pantry snack project. The moment the new snacks were added to our shelves, students immediately felt the impact. Many of them come to school balancing long days, responsibilities at home, and limited access to food, so having a reliable place to grab a fruit cup, granola bar, or crackers has been a tremendous help. Students have shared how grateful they are to have something quick to eat between classes, especially on days when they may have skipped breakfast or won't get lunch until later.\r\n\r\nThese snacks have already improved focus, energy, and participation in the classroom. Teachers have noticed students staying more alert, engaging more confidently in discussions, and showing fewer signs of fatigue throughout the day. Something as simple as a small snack has lifted stress off students' shoulders and helped create a learning environment where they can concentrate on their goals instead of hunger. One student said, \"It helps me make it through the day,\" and your generosity is the reason that support exists.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will continue to be available to any student who needs them, offering comfort, nourishment, and the reassurance that our school community cares deeply about their well-being. Your kindness has fueled not just their bodies, but their confidence and motivation to succeed. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference—one snack at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1757518348487,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-success-for-our-student-pantry/9649115/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Success for Our Student Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9715867,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our deodorant project has already made a meaningful difference for our students. When the boxes arrived, both our PE department and our student pantry were able to stock their shelves immediately. Students were surprised—and grateful—to see that these items were available for them without judgment or barriers. The sense of relief on their faces was unmistakable; having access to something as simple as deodorant helped them feel more confident, comfortable, and ready to take on the day.\r\n\r\nIn PE, students who previously hesitated to participate fully in activities now feel more at ease joining in, knowing they can freshen up afterward. In the pantry, students who quietly struggle with access to hygiene products can now take what they need with dignity. One student shared, \"This helps me not worry during class,\" and that moment captured exactly why this project matters. Your support meets an essential need that many of our students cannot easily meet on their own—and it allows them to focus on learning instead of feeling self-conscious.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will continue to be available whenever students need them, ensuring that no one is held back by something as basic as hygiene insecurity. Your kindness shows our students that they are valued, supported, and cared for by their community. Thank you for making such a real and personal impact in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1758810786531,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-in-every-step-stocking-deodo/9715867/","projectTitle":"Confidence in Every Step: Stocking Deodorant for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9715877,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our student snack pantry is fully stocked—and the impact was immediate. The moment students saw the new snacks, their eyes lit up. Many quietly grabbed a granola bar or crackers before heading to class, relieved to have something quick to help them get through the day. These simple items have already supported students during long mornings, study sessions, and after-school activities, helping them stay focused and energized when they need it most.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the pantry as a resource students can access independently and without hesitation. One of the most meaningful moments so far was watching a student who often comes to school without breakfast take a snack, smile, and say, \"Now I can actually pay attention.\" Your support gave them not just food, but comfort, dignity, and the reassurance that their school community truly cares.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, our students will continue using these snacks as fuel while they work on assignments, prepare for exams, and tackle their daily responsibilities. Your kindness ensures hunger doesn't become a barrier to learning. Thank you for believing in our students and for making a real, tangible difference in their day-to-day experience.","fullyFundedDate":1758810786022,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success-keeping-our-student/9715877/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Success: Keeping Our Student Pantry Stocked","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9649076,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have reliable access to essential hygiene items that are already making an incredible difference in their daily lives. The moment our newly stocked pantry opened, students approached it with a sense of relief and gratitude. One student quietly picked up a body wipe and a stick of deodorant before turning to say, \"Thank you... this helps more than you know.\" That simple moment captured exactly why this project matters: your support is helping students show up for school feeling confident, cared for, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe've already begun integrating these resources into our daily routines. Students participating in Unified sports, work-based learning, and after-school programs are using the items to freshen up before practices, job shadows, and presentations. Teachers have also shared that students who previously struggled with attendance or engagement are appearing more consistently and participating more actively. These basic hygiene supplies are removing barriers that often go unseen, allowing our students to focus their energy on their goals instead of worries they should never have to carry alone.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our pantry is becoming more than a shelf of supplies — it's a space that communicates dignity, reassurance, and belonging. The next steps for our students include continuing to access these items as they pursue academic and extracurricular success, from preparing for presentations to representing our school as Unified athletes. Your kindness is helping them move through their day with confidence and pride. Thank you for believing in our students and for supporting a project that truly honors their resilience.","fullyFundedDate":1759692343790,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-counts-providing-wipes-and-d/9649076/","projectTitle":"Confidence Counts: Providing Wipes and Deodorant Through Our Student Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9649092,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have access to pots, pans, and easy-to-prepare meals that are already making a meaningful difference in their daily lives. When students saw these items in our pantry, many were surprised that something so essential—and often taken for granted—was available to them. Several shared that they finally felt confident they could make a warm meal at home, not just rely on snacks or skip dinner altogether. Your support provided not only food and tools, but also a sense of independence and relief.\r\n\r\nThese new resources have transformed the way we support our students. For those balancing school, work, and family responsibilities, having the ability to prepare a simple meal can change the course of an evening—allowing them to focus on homework, rest, or caring for siblings without the stress of hunger or inadequate supplies. One student proudly told us, \"I made dinner for my family last night,\" a moment of accomplishment made possible because of you. Your contribution helped create real opportunities for nourishment, dignity, and connection.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these kitchen supplies and boxed dinners will continue to empower students to take home what they need to care for themselves and their families. You have helped us expand our pantry into a place that offers not just food, but the tools to transform it into a warm, comforting meal. Thank you for believing in our students, supporting their well-being, and giving them the confidence that they are capable and deserving of every resource they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1759692343479,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-confidence-pots-pans-and-easy/9649092/","projectTitle":"Cooking Confidence: Pots, Pans, and Easy Meals for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9502587,"projectId":9084820,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our Cinco de Mayo project! My students and I have been using the new resources to bring our celebration to life in both cultural and academic ways. We are incorporating the decorations and materials into a classroom project where students are learning about the history and significance of Cinco de Mayo, while also preparing a festive school event that highlights music, food, and traditions. This has allowed us to connect classroom learning with a real-world celebration that builds pride in culture and community.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials arrive, they were so excited. Their faces lit up as they began to brainstorm how we could use each item to decorate and create an authentic atmosphere for the celebration. Many students immediately jumped in with ideas for setting up, designing, and organizing the event. Their enthusiasm showed me how much it means for them to see their culture recognized and celebrated at school.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, my students are taking the lead in planning different aspects of the Cinco de Mayo celebration, from setting up trivia games about history to preparing decorations and helping run activities during the event. These resources are not only supporting a single day of celebration but also empowering my students to develop leadership, collaboration, and organizational skills. Your generosity has given them the opportunity to showcase their culture proudly, while also growing as leaders in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1746785595099,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-celebrations-learning-hispanic/9084820/","projectTitle":"Colorful Celebrations: Learning Hispanic Heritage Through Cinco De Mayo!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barragan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9502587"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9292718,"letterContent":"Our students are extraordinary young people—balancing school, work, and responsibilities at home while striving toward brighter futures. Their resilience and determination inspire us every day. Thanks to your generosity, they don't have to face the added challenge of going without basic hygiene essentials.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our student pantry can provide shampoo, deodorant, and other daily necessities at no cost to any student in need. These small items make a big difference: helping students feel clean, confident, and ready to engage fully in school. By meeting these basic needs, you've shown our students that they matter, that their well-being is important, and that their community is behind them.\r\n\r\nYour donation is more than a product on a shelf—it's dignity, comfort, and a reminder that our students are cared for. Thank you for being part of their journey and helping remove barriers so they can focus on learning, growing, and achieving their goals.","fullyFundedDate":1755206706994,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-counts-providing-shampoo-and/9292718/","projectTitle":"Confidence Counts: Providing Shampoo and Deodorant Through Our Student Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9422382,"letterContent":"On behalf of Toppenish High School, thank you for supporting our school pantry. Because of your generosity, we are able to provide healthy, easy-to-grab snacks to students who need them most. Whether it's a granola bar before practice, a fruit cup between classes, or a cereal pack to take home, every donation helps ensure no student goes through the day hungry.\r\n\r\nYour kindness not only fuels our students' bodies, but also their ability to learn, stay focused, and feel cared for. The pantry is a quiet but powerful support system, and your contribution makes a real difference—one snack at a time.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your partnership in helping our students succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1753888327705,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-student-success-with-nutritious/9422382/","projectTitle":"Fueling Student Success with Nutritious Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343160"},{"teacherId":9343160,"projectId":9293214,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project to provide laundry pods for our student pantry. Something as simple as clean clothes has a powerful impact on a student's confidence, focus, and sense of belonging at school—and your generosity has made that possible.\r\n\r\nAlready, students who needed this resource have expressed relief knowing they can take care of their laundry needs with dignity and ease. For many, this means showing up to class without the stress or embarrassment that can come from barriers outside their control. It's a small item, but it makes a big difference in how they feel about themselves and how ready they are to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students have one less obstacle standing in the way of their success. 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