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Mrs. Pirone from Youngstown, OH is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Addressing Mental Health in the Community

Help me give my students items to help them create mental health baskets for people in the community.

  • 1 donor
  • $491 goal

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My Project

In our community, many students face challenges related to mental health, whether it be anxiety, depression, or stress related to school and life circumstances. Unfortunately, many of them don't know where to turn for help or how to express their feelings. To combat this, we aim to empower our middle school students to become mental health advocates within the community by creating a service project that addresses these issues head-on.

Mental health issues are often misunderstood or ignored, especially in younger populations.

By involving middle school students in a service project that addresses mental health, we are not only empowering them to take an active role in their own well-being but also educating and fostering a culture of support within our community. This initiative will provide students with skills that promote resilience, self-awareness, and empathy, ultimately creating a stronger, more informed, and compassionate community.

This project will provide middle school students with a sense of purpose as they take action on an important societal issue, while also creating a ripple effect that helps to improve mental health awareness in the broader community. Through their efforts, they will be able to break down barriers to mental health discussions, reduce stigma, and offer tangible support to those in need. We are requesting multiple mental health items to create gift baskets for the community. These will include legos, chocolate, fidgets, mental health informational forms, resource lists, and anxiety reducing items. These will help community members in need.

Mrs. Pirone Horizon Science Academy - Youngstwn Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Nearly all 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
LEGO Disney Stitch Toy Building Kit, Disney Toy for 9 Year Old Kids, Buildable Figure with Ice Cream Cone, Fun Disney Gift for Girls, Boys and Lovers of The Hit Movie Lilo and Stitch, 43249 • Amazon Business $51.99 1 $51.99
LEGO Fortnite Supply Llama Building Set - Kids Toy for Gamers, Ages 12+ - Display Model, Collectible Fortnite Toy - Gift for Boys & Girls - 77071 • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Deekin 7 Pcs Dragon Toy Set 16 Inch Large Dragon Stuffed Animal with 4 Baby Plush and 2 Eggs in Mommy's Belly Dinosaur Plushies Gifts for Boys Girls Birthday Christmas(Cool Style) • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
LEGO Disney Princess Creative Castles 43219​, Toy Castle Playset with Belle and Cinderella Mini-Dolls and Bricks Sorting Box, Travel Toys for Girls and Boys, Sensory Toy for Kids Ages 6+ • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Max Fun Inflatable Rock Star Toy Set, 30 PCS 80s 90s Party Decorations Inflatable Party Props Musical Instrument Blow up Guitar Inflate Rock Band for Carnival Party Favors Rock and Roll Party Supplies • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
50 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack - Stocking Stuffers for Kids, Gifts for Kids, Party Favors - Adults Stress Relief Sensory Toy - ADHD Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its • Amazon Business $23.95 1 $23.95
JOYIN 4-Pack Fidget Tubes for Kids, Sensory Tubes, Stress Relief Toy, Speech Therapy Materials, Calming Toys for Children with Autism, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Presents for Toddlers • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Bucherry 60 Pcs Motivational Silicone Bracelets Motivational Quote Rubber Wristbands Inspirational Silicone Wristband Women Men Home Office Party Favor Gifts(Black) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
HERSHEY'S, KIT KAT and REESE'S Assorted Milk Chocolate Candy Variety Box, 27.3 oz (18 Count) • Amazon Business $16.57 1 $16.57
LEGO Disney Simba The Lion King Cub Buildable Disney Toy for Kids, Disney Collection, Lion King Movie Toy, Simba Toy Construction Playset Figure, Fun Gift for Girls and Boys Ages 6 and Up, 43243 • Amazon Business $16.00 1 $16.00
81 Pack Art Supplies for Adults Kids, Pro Art Kit Drawing Pencils Set, Drawing Supplies Sketch Book, Sketching Pencils Kits, Graphite Pencils, Charcoal Pencils, Watercolor Metallic Sketch Art Pencils • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
100 Affirmation Cards for Women and Men With 150+ Thought-Provoking Questions, Unique Affirmation cards for stress Relief, Meditation and Self Care Gift For Women and Men. • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Candescent Stress Balls - Hand Therapy Relief for Anxiety, Fidget, Tension, Exercise Strengthener - Motivational Toys for Adults & Kids - Set of 2 • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
KIT KAT and REESE'S Assorted Milk Chocolate Flavored Candy Party Pack, 33.36 oz • Amazon Business $12.55 1 $12.55
Dr.Kbder 5Pcs Fidget Toys Adults Set, Autism Sensory Pack with figette Cube Magnetic Rings Pad ADHD Stress Relief for Kids Teen, Cool Gadget Desk Spinner Christmas Stocking Stuffer • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Hershey Assorted Chocolate Flavored Snack Size, Candy Party Pack, 33.43 oz • Amazon Business $11.61 1 $11.61
Wonwood_direct Drawing Set Sketch Pencils Kit, 23 Pack, Drawing Pencils, Charcoal, Graphite Pencils for Artists Beginner, Ideal for Drawing, Sketching, Shading • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
CCINEE 36 Pcs Calm Strips Anxiety Sensory Stickers Tactile Mood Calming Mindfulness Sticker for Phone Desk Rough Surface Anxiety Relief Sticker for Office Workers School Teachers Counselor • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Motivational Stickers - Vinyl Inspirational Stickers for Water Bottle Skateboard Laptop Decal Positive Qoute Encouraging Stickers Gift Idea for Student Kid Teen Boy • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$381.46

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$417.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.62

Total project goal

$490.80

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $490.80

1 Donor

-$490.80

Donations toward project cost

-$417.18

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.62

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