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Ms. Graham from Columbus, OH is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Capital Quest: Funding Our DC Adventure

Help me give my students the opportunity to learn fundraising skills through selling snacks to the school.

  • $622 goal

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Ms. Graham has another project! Donate to Bright Ideas: Making Math Fun and Engaging for All to help her classroom.

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My Project

The initiative to purchase snacks for a fundraiser enabling 8th-grade students to embark on a transformative journey to Washington DC is a testament to our commitment to their educational growth and experiences. At the heart of this endeavor lies an admiration for the incredible qualities and potential of these students.

What sets our 8th-grade students apart is their resilience in the face of challenges.

The pandemic brought unprecedented changes, disrupting the traditional learning environment. Yet, these students exhibited unwavering determination, adapting to virtual classes, demonstrating adaptability that impressed us all. Their ability to navigate this uncertain landscape with grace and dedication is truly remarkable.

The snacks purchased through this fundraiser serve as more than mere refreshments. They symbolize community support and collective efforts to ensure these students have the opportunity to explore beyond the confines of textbooks. By indulging in these snacks during the fundraiser, supporters become an integral part of these students' journey to DC, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose.

In addressing the aftermath of the learning loss exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, this trip serves as a catalyst for rejuvenating their educational enthusiasm. Experiential learning is a cornerstone of academic growth, and the excursion to Washington DC offers a hands-on educational experience that transcends the limitations of a traditional classroom. Witnessing history come alive at iconic landmarks and immersing themselves in the rich culture of our nation's capital will reignite their passion for learning.

Ms. Graham Focus Learning Academy - Nrth Columbus Grades 6-8

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

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Columbus, OH 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

325 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nabisco Cookies Variety Pack, 60 Packs/Box (220-00729) • Quill.com $40.99 2 $81.98
Frito Lay Ultimate Hot & Bold Smart Care Package, Variety Pack, Individually Wrapped Snacks, Includes Popcorners, Simply Organic Doritos, Baked Cheetos, Smartfood Popcorn, Sunchips, 40 Count • Amazon Business $24.99 3 $74.97
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Bulk Variety Pack with Mixed Fruit, Superfruit Mix, Island Fruits, Gluten Free, Bulk Pack, 2.25 oz (Pack of 16) • Amazon Business $19.50 3 $58.50
Frito Lay Variety Corn Chips, 30 Bags/Pack (295-00007) • Quill.com $56.99 1 $56.99
OREO, CHIPS AHOY!, Nutter Butter, SOUR PATCH KIDS & SWEDISH FISH Cookies & Candy Variety Pack, Christmas Cookies Stocking Stuffers, 40 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $26.29 2 $52.58
Case of 192 Pre-Sharpened #2 Pencils (12 per pack in 16 packs) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $47.00 1 $47.00
Takis Mini Fuego and Nitro Rolled Tortilla Chips, Hot Chili Pepper and Lime and Habanero and Lime Artificially Flavored, 25 Individual Snack Packs, 1.23 Ounces Each, Net Weight of 30.75 Ounces • Amazon Business $14.24 3 $42.72
Doritos Flavored Tortilla Chips Variety Pack, 40 Count (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $19.86 2 $39.72
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip, 58 Count - Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $15.97 2 $31.94

Materials cost

$486.40

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$528.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$93.30

Total project goal

$622.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $622.00

1 Donor

-$111.31

Donations toward project cost

-$105.74

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.57

match offer

-$497.60

Match offer toward project cost

-$422.96

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.64

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.09

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