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Ms. Thomas from East Orange, NJ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Wellness With Essential Hygiene and Body Care

Help me give my students essential hygiene supplies like deodorant, lotion, Aquaphor, and dental floss so they can feel fresh and confident after active days, ensuring they stay healthy and ready to learn.

  • $484 goal

This project expired on June 13, 2025.

This project expired on June 13, 2025.

My Project

I teach 7th and 8th grade students who participate in team sports and active physical education. Our busy schedule of physical activities leaves little time for proper personal care. To support their health and confidence, I am requesting packs of essential hygiene and body products—deodorant, lotion, Vaseline, Aquaphor, coconut oil, chapstick, mouthwash, dental floss, body cream, bandaids, and additional necessities.

How These Items Make a Difference:

After energetic team sports sessions and physical activities, students need to refresh and maintain proper hygiene. These products will help them clean up, prevent skin irritations, and feel more comfortable and confident throughout the day, directly supporting their overall well-being and readiness to learn.

Goals for This Project:

Enhance student health and personal hygiene post-activity.

Reduce distractions by ensuring students have quick access to self-care essentials.

Boost confidence and support an active, positive learning environment.

What Makes My Students Special:

My students are resilient, spirited, and committed to their personal growth. They thrive in collaborative environments where every individual’s well-being is a priority. By providing these hygiene essentials, we ensure that all students can focus on their team sports and learning without the added worry of lacking basic care items.

Thank you for investing in our students’ health and confidence, and for helping us create a supportive, energized environment where every young athlete can excel!

Ms. Thomas Patrick Francis Healy Middle School 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

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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East Orange, NJ 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

65 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
FHI Heat UNbrush Detangling Brush for Pain-Free Brushing on All Wet or Dry Hair Types — Durable DuoFlex Anti-Static Bristles, Lightweight Handle, Vented Hair Brush • Amazon Business $16.01 2 $32.02
Jergens Shea Butter Hand and Body Lotion, Deep Conditioning Moisturizer, 3X More Radiant Skin, with Pure Shea Butter, Dermatologist Tested, 26.5 Oz • Amazon Business $10.47 3 $31.41
Aquaphor Healing Ointment, Advanced Therapy Skin Protectant, Multi-Purpose Healing Ointment and Body Moisturizer, For Dry, Cracked Skin, Minor Cuts and Burns, 14 Oz Jar • Amazon Business $14.83 2 $29.66
NIVEA Cocoa Butter Body Lotion with Deep Nourishing Serum, Scented Body Lotion, 16.9 Fl Oz Pump Bottle • Amazon Business $5.29 5 $26.45
ChapStick Fan Favorites Multi-Pack Flavored Lip Balm Tubes Fan Favs - 0.15 Oz (Box of 6 Packs of 3) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
WEALD TRIBE Flower Reed Diffuser Set Eucalyptus & Lavender Scent For Bathroom Accessories Shelf Decor & Air Fresheners, Sticks Defusers With 4.0 fl oz Essential Oils, House Bedroom Office Decor & Gift • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Dove body spray Anti-Perspirant/Anit-Transpirant (3X250ml/8.4oz, Mix within the avialble kinds) • Amazon Business $18.84 1 $18.84
Right Guard Xtreme Defense Antiperspirant & Deodorant Spray | 5-in-1 Protection Dry Spray Deodorant For Men | Blocks Sweat 2X Longer | 72-Hour Odor Control | Fragrance Free, 3.8 oz. (3 count) • Amazon Business $17.34 1 $17.34
Degree Advanced Antiperspirant Deodorant Dry Spray 72-Hour Sweat and Odor Protection Sheer Powder Deodorant Spray For Women With MotionSense Technology 3.8 oz, Pack of 3 • Amazon Business $17.34 1 $17.34
Yinder 300 Pcs Skin Tone Bandages Shade Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages Pack for First Aid Protect Cuts Scrapes Scratches, 2 Sizes(Colorful) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Degree Men Antiperspirant Spray Black + White 3 Count Protects from Deodorant Stains Instantly Dry Spray Deodorant 3.8 oz • Amazon Business $16.86 1 $16.86
Degree Antiperspirant Dry Spray Pure Fresh 3 Count Anti White Marks and Yellow Stains Deodorant for Women 3.8 oz(Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $16.86 1 $16.86
Mario Badescu Facial Spray Trio - Cucumber, Rose, Lavender - Cooling, Hydrating Mists for All Skin Types • Amazon Business $16.80 1 $16.80
MySmile Mouthwash Alcohol Free, Mouth Wash for Adults, Travel Mouthwash Helps Kill 99% of Bad Breath Germs, Prevents Cavities, Fluoride Free, Fresh Mint, 30 Uses (0.41 Fl Oz (Pack of 30)) • Amazon Business $16.62 1 $16.62
Degree Men Antiperspirant Deodorant Dry Spray Cool Rush 3 count Deodorant for Men With MotionSense Technology 3.8 oz • Amazon Business $15.57 1 $15.57
Vaseline Original Petroleum Jelly 100ml • Amazon Business $4.99 3 $14.97
Old Spice Men's Antipespirant & Deodorant Invisible Dry Spray Swagger, 4.3oz (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Vaseline Radiant X Deep Nourishment Body Cream 100% Pure Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, Vitamin C, & Peptides 10 oz • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Glide Oral-B Pro-Health Original Floss, Small Size 4 Meters (4.3 Yards) - Pack of 12 • Amazon Business $8.90 1 $8.90
Viva Naturals Organic Coconut Oil - Unrefined, Cold-Pressed Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, USDA Organic and Non-GMO Cooking Oil, Great as Hair Oil and Skin Oil, 16 fl oz • Amazon Business $8.13 1 $8.13

Materials cost

$371.70

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$411.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.58

Total project goal

$483.86

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