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Mr. Wigfall from Tuscaloosa, AL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Don't Go Hungry in the Forrest

Help me give my students thrive in excellence by providing snacks to help them learn.

  • $173 goal

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My Project

Our self-contained classroom for students with disabilities is a place of growth, creativity, and discovery. Here, every student is cherished for their unique abilities and encouraged to explore their potential. However, hunger can be a barrier to learning, hindering concentration and dampening enthusiasm. Our project, "Don't Go Hungry in the Forest," seeks to eliminate this barrier by providing nutritious snacks to our classroom.

How Snacks Make a Difference

Providing snacks is more than just filling empty stomaches; it's about fueling young minds. When students are not distracted by hunger, they can focus better, engage more in activities, and retain information longer. Nutritious snacks like granola bars, fruit cups, and whole-grain crackers will provide sustained energy, helping students participate fully in their learning experiences. These snacks also serve as a tool for teaching important life skills, such as understanding the importance of nutrition.

Goals of the Project

Our primary goal is to ensure that no child in our classroom goes hungry and that each student has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially. we aim to create a supportive environment where students feel cared for and valued. We also hope to instill a sense of community and compassion, teaching students the importance of helping and supporting one another.

What Makes Our Students Special

Our students bring diverse perspectives and talents to our classroom, enriching our community in countless ways. Each child has unique needs and strengths, and they demonstrate resilience and determination every day. Their joy in learning inspires us all. By supporting their nutritional needs, we can help these incredible students achieve their dreams and reach their fullest potential.

Your generous donations will make a lasting impact on their lives and education. Thank you for your support and kindness.

Mr. Wigfall Woodland Forrest Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

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.

More about Mr. Wigfall

Tuscaloosa, AL View local requests

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

20 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.48 2 $24.96
PopCorners Popped Corn Snacks, Sampler Pack, 1 Ounce (Pack of 20) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $22.43 1 $22.43
Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (5 Boxes, 60 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $19.96 1 $19.96
SOUR PATCH KIDS & SWEDISH FISH Soft & Chewy Candy Variety Pack, Halloween Candy, 18 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $15.37 1 $15.37
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Snack Stacks, Lunch Snacks, Office and Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $14.12 1 $14.12
Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, 1 oz On-the-Go Snack Packs, 20 Count Box • Amazon Business $9.76 1 $9.76

Materials cost

$106.60

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $8.69

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$146.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.92

Total project goal

$172.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $172.81

2 Donors

-$132.25

Donations toward project cost

-$125.64

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.61

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$15.56

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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