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Ms. Olson from Joliet, IL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Food Insecurity Impacts the Ability to Succeed Academically

Help me give my students a nourishing environment for our students, ensuring that no child goes through the school day hungry

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My Project

I work closely with students who face various challenges in and out of the classroom. Food insecurity is one of the most pressing issues affecting many of our students, which directly impacts their ability to focus, learn, and succeed academically. At our school, a significant number of students come from low-income families, and many struggle with accessing adequate nutrition throughout the day. Hunger can be a significant barrier to learning, and I have seen how it affects students’ concentration, energy levels, and emotional well-being.

To address this need, I am seeking your support in providing healthy snacks and meal supplements for students who may not have consistent meals at home.

By ensuring that our students have access to nutritious food during the school day, we can help improve their ability to focus in class, engage in learning, and participate fully in school activities.

Ms. Olson Laraway School Grades PreK-2

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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Joliet, IL 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

250 students impacted 3donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Rice-A-Roni Dinner Classics Variety Pack, 10 Piece Assortment • Amazon Business $16.50 2 $33.00
Chef Boyardee Overstuffed Beef Ravioli, 15 oz, 12 Pack • Amazon Business $14.16 2 $28.32
Orville Redenbacher's Microwave Popcorn, Movie Theater Butter Flavor, 3.29 oz., 24-Count • Amazon Business $12.72 2 $25.44
Lawry's Extra Rich & Thick Spaghetti Sauce Spices & Seasonings Mix, 1.42 oz (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $23.55 1 $23.55
BEN'S ORIGINAL Street Food Bean & Rice Burrito Bowl, Prepared Entrée, Microwave in 90 Seconds, 9 oz​ (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $22.98 1 $22.98
Betty Crocker Buttermilk Pancake and Waffle Mix, 6.75 oz. (Pack of 9) • Amazon Business $11.49 2 $22.98
StarKist Chicken Creations, Chicken Salad, 2.6 oz Pouch (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $20.16 1 $20.16
Bumble Bee Quick Catch Mediterranean Pasta, Wild Caught Tuna and Pasta Bowl, 6 oz (Pack of 6) - Ready to Enjoy, Spork Included - 14g Protein per Serving - No Artificial Flavors - Good Source of Fiber • Amazon Business $18.59 1 $18.59
Bumble Bee Snack on the Run Chicken Salad with Crackers Kit, 3.5 oz (Pack of 12) - Ready to Eat, Spoon Included - Shelf Stable & Convenient Protein Snack • Amazon Business $18.00 1 $18.00
StarKist Premium White Chicken - 2.6 oz Pouch (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $18.00 1 $18.00
Knorr Bouillon Sauce Mix, Alfredo, 1.60-Ounce (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $17.96 1 $17.96
Idahoan® Buttery Homestyle® Mashed Potatoes, 4 oz (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $17.28 1 $17.28
Nissin Chow Mein Teriyaki, Chicken, 4 Ounce (Pack of 8) • Amazon Business $8.48 2 $16.96
Bumble Bee Snack On The Run Tuna Salad with Crackers Kit, 3.5 oz (Pack of 12) - Ready to Eat, Spoon Included - Wild Caught Tuna - Shelf Stable & Convenient Protein Snack • Amazon Business $16.96 1 $16.96
BEN'S ORIGINAL Street Food Fried Rice with Vegetables, Prepared Entrée, Microwave in 90 Seconds, 9 oz​ (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49
Mahatma Spanish Rice Mix, Gluten-Free Long-Grain Rice, Stovetop or Microwave Rice, 20-Minute Rice, 5 Ounces, Pack of 12 • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Kraft Easy Mac Original Mac & Cheese Macaroni and Cheese Dinner Microwavable Dinner, 18 ct Packets • Amazon Business $6.98 2 $13.96
Chef Boyardee Rice with Chicken and Vegetables, Microwave Food, 7.5 OZ Microwaveable Bowl (12 Bowls) • Amazon Business $12.00 1 $12.00
Pasta Roni Garlic & Olive Oil Vermicelli Mix, 4.6-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $12.00 1 $12.00
BEN'S ORIGINAL Street Food Gumbo with Chicken Andouille Sausage, Prepared Entrée, Microwave in 90 Seconds, 9 oz​ (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $11.88 1 $11.88
StarKist Tuna Creations Deli Style Tuna Salad, 3 oz, Pack of 12 • Amazon Business $11.76 1 $11.76
StarKist Tuna Creations BOLD Jalapeño - 2.6 oz Pouch (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $11.76 1 $11.76
Nissin Chow Mein Noodles, Spicy Teriyaki Beef, 4 Ounce (Pack of 8) • Amazon Business $5.26 2 $10.52
LA MODERNA, Spaghetti, Pasta, Hecha con Sémola de Trigo Durum, Enriquecida con Vitaminas y Hierro, 7 oz, Pack de 20 • Amazon Business $10.00 1 $10.00
BEN'S ORIGINAL Ready Rice Jasmine Rice, Easy Dinner Side, 8.5 OZ Pouch (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
LA MODERNA, Conchas, Pasta, Hecha con Sémola de Trigo Durum, Enriquecida con Vitaminas y Hierro, 7 oz, Pack de 20 • Amazon Business $9.60 1 $9.60
StarKist Lunch To-Go Chunk Light Mix Your Own Tuna Salad - (Pack of 5) • Amazon Business $7.78 1 $7.78
LA MODERNA, Vermicelli, Pasta, Hecha con Sémola de Trigo Durum, Enriquecida con Vitaminas y Hierro, 7 oz, Pack de 20 • Amazon Business $6.46 1 $6.46
LA MODERNA, Codos, Pasta, Hecha con Sémola de Trigo Durum, Enriquecida con Vitaminas y Hierro, 7 oz, Pack de 20 • Amazon Business $6.46 1 $6.46

Materials cost

$463.82

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$500.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.37

Total project goal

$589.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $589.15

1 Donor

-$196.37

Donations toward project cost

-$166.92

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.45

match offer

-$392.78

Match offer toward project cost

-$333.86

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.92

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