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Ms. DeDe from Makawao, HI is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Forage for Self Awareness

Help me give my students The nourishment for their stomached and self esteem! Teenagers are always hungry, hungry for food and hungry to learn new and exciting things! Let's help fuel their bodies and minds!

  • $906 goal

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My Project

The students I service are fun and uniquely upcountry Maui! During the pandemic their social lives came to a halt and some were stuck at home without mental stimulation. Many lacked the resources to have food on the table for 3 meals a day. We need cereal bowls and utensils to have a stimulation breakfast group.

Most of our students learn by doing and engaging their hands and minds.

Singing bowls and tuning forks are fun ways for students to engage their senses in the learning process. By providing nourishment and then fun ways to explore their inner world make learning more palatable!

Ms. DeDe Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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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Makawao, HI 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

250 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tibetan Singing Bowls Set Of 7 Color for Meditation Mindfulness with Carry Box by Himalayan Bazaar • Amazon Business $160.00 1 $160.00
Home Office Computer Desk Chair Mid Back Armless Ergonomic Office Chair Mesh Office Chair with Lumbar Support Height Adjustable Swivel Task Rolling Modern Chair with Wheels for Office,Living Room • Amazon Business $38.49 3 $115.47
Sofa Sack - Plush Ultra Soft Bean Bags Chairs For Kids, Teens, Adults - Memory Foam Beanless Bag Chair with Microsuede Cover - Foam Filled Furniture For Dorm Room - Charcoal 5' (AMZBB-5SK-CS03) • Amazon Business $110.99 1 $110.99
EASTROCK Tuning Fork Set with Silicone Hammer, Clinical Grade Nerve/Sensory for Perfect Healing (8SET) • Amazon Business $75.99 1 $75.99
Sofa Sack Bean Bag Chair Cover, 5-Feet, Olive • Amazon Business $57.99 1 $57.99
Large Tibetan Singing bowl Set - Easy To Play - Mantra Design Mindfulness Meditation Healing Sound Gift By Himalayan Bazaar • Amazon Business $51.00 1 $51.00
Sunchips Multigrain Chips Variety 1 Ounce Pack of 40 • Amazon Business $21.86 1 $21.86
Nature's Garden Healthy Trail Mix Snack Packs – Mixed Nuts, Heart Healthy Nuts, Omega-3 Rich, Cranberries, Pumpkin Seeds, Perfect For The Entire Family – 28.8 Oz Bag (24 Individual Servings) • Amazon Business $20.49 1 $20.49
24-piece Forks and Spoons Silverware Set, Food Grade Stainless Steel Flatware Cutlery Set for Home, Kitchen and Restaurant, Mirror Polished, Dishwasher Safe • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Homestockplus Unbreakable Cereal Bowls 24 OZ Microwave and Dishwasher Safe BPA-Free Bowl Dessert Bowls for Serving Soup, Oatmeal, Pasta and Salad [Set of 6] • Amazon Business $15.27 1 $15.27
ARTISAN TROPIC Plantain Strips – Vegan, Paleo, Gluten Free Chips - Individual Bags Healthy Snacks for School, Gym, Kids – Whole 30 Approved Foods Baked Banana Chips – Sea Salt (1 Oz - 6 Pack) • Amazon Business $15.03 1 $15.03
Pirate's Booty Aged White Cheddar Cheese Puffs, Gluten Free, Healthy Kids Snacks, 0.5 Ounce (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
ARTIBETTER Buddha Sound Bowl Cushion Singing Bowl Cushion Singing Bowl Pad Singing Bowl Holder Pillow Brocade Ring Cushion Pillow for Buddhist Sound Bowl • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$685.06

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.34

Sales tax

 $30.14

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$769.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$135.85

Total project goal

$905.67

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $905.67

2 Donors

-$905.67

Donations toward project cost

-$769.82

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$135.85

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