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Ms. Barajas from Los Angeles, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing Mentally, Physically and Academically

Help me give my students the tools they need to succeed both physically and mentally.

  • $500 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

A majority of my students come from low-income backgrounds and often struggle with food insecurity. The lack of resources often impacts their ability to focus and learn, which can lead to frustration and lack of motivation. Students frequently come to me asking for snacks throughout the day as they have difficulties staying engaged due to being hungry.

Additionally, many of the students that I work with have been impacted by trauma, grief, anxiety, community violence and often need a safe space to regulate and process difficult feelings and emotions.

The books, fidgets, stuffed animals and sensory stickers are essential to their emotional needs and overall wellbeing.

Ms. Barajas McKinley Avenue Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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

200 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kar's Gluten Free Sweet N' Salty Snack Mix, 2 oz., 24 Bags/Pack (KAR08387) • Quill.com $27.99 1 $27.99
Sensory Cloud Clay 8.8oz Tub, Neon Green, Social Emotional Learning and Calm Down Tool (Item # CLOUDCGR) • Amazon Business $26.77 1 $26.77
Conversation Cards for Kids – 400 Fun Conversation Starters for Family Game Night or Dinner – Road Trip Must Haves Travel Games for Kids Age 8-12 – Connect and Build Social Emotional Learning Skills • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
BESTAMTOY 36 PCS Wooden Sorting Stacking Rocks Stones,Sensory Toddler Toys Learning Montessori Toys, Building Blocks Game for Kids 1 2 3 4 5 6 Years Boy and Girl Birthday Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $23.98 1 $23.98
PopCorners Popped Corn Snacks, Sampler Pack, 1 Ounce (Pack of 20) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $22.43 1 $22.43
A Kids Book About Anxiety - social emotional learning collection (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
Be Amazing Toys Sense & Grow Sensory Sand Bin with 6 Farm Animal • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Aurora® Cuddly Lion Stuffed Animal - Cozy Comfort - Endless Snuggles - Brown 14 Inches • Amazon Business $18.90 1 $18.90
Black Forest Juicy Burst Berry Mix Fruit Snacks 32 oz. 40 Packs/Box (FER02067) • Staples $17.58 1 $17.58
I Am Enough (hardcover picture book) • MahoganyBooks $17.10 1 $17.10
BEAWART 12 Calming Corner Classroom Posters (10x14) - Feelings Wheel Chart & Emotions Poster For Kids, Calm Down Corner Supplies For Therapy Office Decor, Mental Health Wall Decorations For Preschool • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Libima 72 Pieces Anxiety Sensory Stickers Anxiety Textured Stickers Fidget Stickers Mindfulness Sticker School Counselor Supplies Adult Sensory Items Anxiety Relief for Kids, 9 Styles (Boho Color) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Teacher Created Resources® Better Than Paper® Mounting Tape White 1" x 19.6' • Amazon Business $13.18 1 $13.18
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.9 oz. 40 Packs/Box (PIM94068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon & Fresh Scent, Sanitizes/Cleans/Disinfects/Deodorizes, 340 Count (4 Packs of 85) • Amazon Business $10.70 1 $10.70
Cheez-It Classic Cheese Snack Mix 0.75 oz. 12 Bags/Pack (KEE11719) • Staples $10.50 1 $10.50
80 Pcs Anxiety Sensory Stickers with Inspirational Quotes Calm Textured Strips Relief Mental Health Stickers School Office Adhesive Sensory Tape Anti Stress Toys for Adults Teens (Stylish) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, 1 oz On-the-Go Snack Packs, 20 Count Box • Amazon Business $9.76 1 $9.76
Mental Health Tapestry Small Feelings Chart Therapy Office Decor Social Emotional Learning Wall Art Kids Behavior Chart for School Classroom Counseling Office, 20 x 13 Inches (Note to Self) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
400PCS Mental Health Stickers, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Gifts for Adult Women Men Teens Kids, Mental Health Decor, Therapist Gifts Mental Health Awareness Items Bulk Vinyl, 1.4” • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$348.68

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.00

Sales tax

 $31.90

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$424.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.97

Total project goal

$499.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $499.78

1 Donor

-$472.01

Donations toward project cost

-$424.81

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.20

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$27.77

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