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Ms. Alfrey from Gilbert, AZ is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Friendship and Food for Students

Help me give my students support with their social and emotional learning, as well as concrete supports including storage for food, hygiene, and clothing.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Alfrey's classroom raised $617

This project is fully funded

My Project

We have the most incredible students and families at our school! They are engaged learners and curious thinkers. As our elementary school social worker, it is my priority to help our 600+ students develop strong friendship and social skills, learn to manage emotions effectively, and to ensure they have their basic needs met.

We will be creating a program to provide food, clothing, and hygiene items directly to families, particularly those hit hard by COVID.

We need to purchase storage bins to keep these basic needs items onsite. We also continuously support student's social and emotional development through A Little SPOT books, games, and opportunities to build friendships. We need games and supplies for small social skills and friendship groups.

Ms. Alfrey Patterson Elementary School Grades 3-5 Gilbert, AZ View local requests 600 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
A Little SPOT of Friendship Book and Toys Set • Amazon Business $68.99 1 $68.99
Crazy Aaron's Putty Mini Tins Treasure Surprise Peel to Reveal (Collect All 12 Colors) Gift Set Party Bundle - 4 Pack (.47oz Each) *Items are Assorted and May Contain Duplicates • Amazon Business $21.99 3 $65.97
A Little SPOT of Learning 8 Book Box Set (Books 33-40: Kind Words, Friendship, Learning with Emotions, Goes to School, Letters, Words, Reading, Math) • Amazon Business $43.63 1 $43.63
Idomy 6-Pack Plastic Storage Baskets/Bins, Rectangle • Amazon Business $21.55 2 $43.10
Play-Doh Handout 42-Pack of 1-Ounce Non-Toxic Modeling Compound for Kid Party Favors, Trick or Treat, Classroom Prizes, School Supplies, Assorted Colors, Ages 2 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $13.11 2 $26.22
5.5 Quart Clear Storage Latch Bins with Lids, Plastic Home Storage Organizing Box with Handle, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Hygloss Products - 77640 Colorful Blank Books – Books for Journaling, Sketching, Writing & More – Great for Arts & Crafts - 10 Assorted Bright, Fun Colors - Pocket-Size - 4.25 x 5.5 Inches - 10 Pack • Amazon Business $8.29 3 $24.87
Highlights Hidden Pictures 2022 Special Edition Activity Books for Kids Ages 6-12, 4-Pack, 128 Pages • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Gaiam Kids Stay-N-Play Children's Balance Ball, Flexible School Chair Active Classroom Desk Alternative Seating, Built-In Stay-Put Soft Stability Legs, Includes Air Pump, 45cm, Grey • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
[ 8 Pack ] Plastic Storage Baskets - Small Pantry Organization and Storage Bins - Household Organizers for Laundry Room, Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Kitchens, Cabinets, Countertop, Under Sink or On Shelves • Amazon Business $19.89 1 $19.89
ThoughtFulls Pop-Open Cards for Kids by Compendium: 3 Pack - You're Amazing, I Love You, Dream Big | 90 Pop-Open Cards to Share with Kids, Each with a Different Inspiring Message Inside • Amazon Business $18.70 1 $18.70
Spidey and His Amazing Friends Yahtzee Jr. Marvel Edition Board Game for Kids Ages 4 and Up, Counting and Matching Game for Preschoolers (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $14.27 1 $14.27
A Little SPOT of Belonging: A Story About Being True to Yourself and Making Friends • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Genuine Fred Memoroni Memory Card Game • Amazon Business $10.70 1 $10.70
Hasbro Gaming CONNECT 4 - Classic four in a row game - Board Games and Toys for Kids, boys, girls - Ages 6+ • Amazon Business $9.82 1 $9.82
22 Pieces Social Skills Discussion Cards Kids Conversation Cards Assorted Meaningful Critical Thinking Cards with Metal Split Ring for Classroom School Social Skills Games Home Activity Supplies • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
A Little SPOT of Happiness Gratitude Journal • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
PlayMonster Yeti in My Spaghetti • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79
Avery Multi-Use Removable Labels, 1" x 3" Rectangle Labels, White, Non-Printable, 72 Total (6728) • Amazon Business $1.58 1 $1.58

Materials cost

$454.96

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$32.53

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$524.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$92.53

Total project goal

$616.84

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$616.84

1 Donor

-$616.84

Donations toward project cost

-$524.31

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$92.53

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$0.00

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