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

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Fueling Minds and Math Skills

Help me give my students daily math books, snacks, pencils, dry erase markers, and other essential supplies to support their learning and ensure they have the tools they need for success.

  • $668 goal

This project expired on April 4, 2025.

This project expired on April 4, 2025.

My Project

I absolutely love my students’ curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. They come from diverse backgrounds and each brings something unique to the classroom. Despite facing challenges, they show incredible resilience and a willingness to try their best every day. These supplies will help meet their basic needs while enhancing their ability to focus and succeed in their learning.

The daily math books will provide structured practice to build their foundational skills, helping them feel more confident and prepared.

The snacks will ensure that they have the energy needed to engage fully in class, as many students come to school hungry. Pencils and dry erase markers will give them the tools to actively participate in lessons and practice problem-solving skills. These resources will also foster a positive learning environment, where every student has what they need to succeed.

My goal for this project is to provide my students with the supplies they need to focus on learning, build their skills, and feel supported both academically and emotionally. Each item is a small but vital piece of the puzzle that will help my students thrive, both inside and outside the classroom.

My students are special because they are resilient, creative, and always eager to learn. By providing these resources, I hope to make their school experience more enriching, engaging, and empowering.

Ms. J Ross CICS - Lloyd Bond 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

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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Chicago, 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

HBCU Alum 26 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
6PCS 8" Large Cheer Hair Bows Ponytail Holder, Rhinestones Cheerleader Bows with Elastic Band Hair Tie Handmade for Cheerleading Teen Girls College Sports (Black/Orange) • Amazon Business $18.99 3 $56.97
Staples 110 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 White 250 Sheets/Ream (49701) • Staples $10.99 4 $43.96
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Assorted, 36/Pack (2138424) • Quill.com $36.07 1 $36.07
Ticonderoga Pre-Sharpened No 2 Pencils with Eraser, Pack of 72 - Wood • School Specialty $17.99 2 $35.98
Puffs Plus Lotion Facial Tissue, 2-ply, 124 Tissues/Box, 6 Boxes/Pack (39383) • Quill.com $14.59 2 $29.18
12 PCS 8" Large Cheer Bows Orange Black Girl Hair Bows Halloween Cheerleading Softball Team Bow Hair Accessories for cheerleaders football Competition Sports • Amazon Business $11.85 2 $23.70
Amazon Basic Care - Original Hand Sanitizer 62%, 34 fl oz (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
loukin Non-Toxic Whiteboard Cleaner, 17 fl oz Dry Erase Board Cleaner, Low-Odor Whiteboard Cleaning Spray with Cloths, Removes Stubborn Marks from Whiteboards, Chalkboard (2-Pack) • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
Perk Disinfecting Wipes Fresh 75 Wipes/Pack 6/Carton (PK56664CT) • Staples $21.18 1 $21.18
Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (5 Boxes, 60 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $19.96 1 $19.96
Ticonderoga Pre-Sharpened No 2 Pencils, Striped Barrels, Pack of 10 - Wood • School Specialty $9.97 2 $19.94
Amazon Elements Baby Wipes, Unscented, Hypoallergenic, 810 Count, Flip-Top Packs, Pack of 9 • Amazon Business $17.73 1 $17.73
Be Clever Wherever Grade 5 Math Kit, 4th & 5th Grade Math Tool Kit, Word Problem Strategies, Intermediate Division Strategies, and Advanced Fractions Math Reference Books (17 Pc) • Amazon Business $17.70 1 $17.70
Be Clever Wherever Grade 4 Math Kit, 4th & 5th Grade Math Tool Kit, Intermediate Multiplication Strategies, Intermediate Division Strategies, and Intermediate Fractions Math Reference Books (17 Pc) • Amazon Business $17.00 1 $17.00
Amazon Basics Thick Maxi Pads with Flexi-Wings for Periods, Extra Heavy Overnight Absorbency, Unscented, Size 5, 80 Count (4 Packs of 20) (Previously Solimo) • Amazon Business $16.98 1 $16.98
Crayola Take Note! Chisel-Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
Hasbro Gaming Chutes and Ladders Board Game | 2 to 4 Players | Back to School Gifts for Kids | Preschool Classroom Games | Ages 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Welch's Fruit Snacks Mixed Fruit 8 oz 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.48 1 $12.48
Mattel Games UNO Card Game for Family Night, Travel Game & Gift for Kids in a Collectible Storage Tin for 2-10 Players (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Dry Erase Eraser, CUTEFA 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Mini Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers for Kids Classroom (2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) (A-48PCS-Space) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Fractions Wild - Match Fraction Number or Color to be The First to get rid of All Your Cards! Easy to Learn, Fun to pla Math Game for 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th Grades. • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Pink Erasers – Square Eraser, Erasers for Kids, Rubber Eraser, 40 Count, Erasers Bulk for School Supplies, Art, and Office Use • Amazon Business $6.78 1 $6.78
Lakeshore Daily Math Practice Journal - Gr. 5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 1 $4.99
Lakeshore Daily Math Practice Journal – Kindergarten • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 1 $4.99
Lakeshore Daily Math Practice Journal - Gr. 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 1 $4.99
Lakeshore Daily Math Practice Journal - Gr. 2 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 1 $4.99
Lakeshore Daily Math Practice Journal - Gr. 4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 1 $4.99
Lakeshore Daily Math Practice Journal - Gr. 1 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$522.24

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.09

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$567.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$100.09

Total project goal

$667.25

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