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Mrs. Cusa from Brooklyn, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Me Build a Much Needed Personal Hygiene Pantry

Help me give my students a needs pantry—a place where they can discreetly access essential items. This pantry will provide hygiene supplies and other necessities to help my students feel safe, supported, and ready to succeed in school

  • $508 goal

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My Project

At UAI we believe every that student deserves the opportunity to thrive, not just academically but emotionally and physically as well.

As a teacher, I see firsthand the challenges many of my amazing students face both in and out of the classroom because they lack essential items.

Too often, students miss school completely or come and are unable to meet their full potential because they lack essential personal hygiene products, clean clothes or food. That’s why I’m passionate about creating a needs pantry—a place where students can discreetly access essential items whenever they need them. This pantry will provide hygiene supplies, and other necessities to help my students feel safe, supported, and ready to succeed in school.

Even small available items, like a bar of soap or a toothbrush make a huge difference in the lives of students who may be struggling. By ensuring their basic needs are met, I can help them focus on what’s important—learning, growing, and achieving their dreams. A fully stocked needs pantry will not only meet immediate needs but will also send a message to my students that their school is a place of care and support. When students know they are cared for, they can focus on their education and personal growth.

Thank you for supporting this essential project and making a difference in the lives of my students!

Mrs. Cusa Urban Assembly Institute - M&S for Young Women Grades 9-12

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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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

470 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Suave Essentials Body Wash, Wild Cherry Blossom, 15 Ounce (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $21.99 7 $153.93
Jergens Ultra Healing Dry Skin Moisturizer, Travel Size Body and Hand Lotion, for Extra Dry Skin, Use After Washing Hands, HYDRALUCENCE blend, Vitamins C, E, B5, 1 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $26.30 2 $52.60
FINETOO 12Pack Womens Seamless Underwear No Show Cheeky Panties Invisibles Briefs Soft Stretch Bikini Hipster XS-XL • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
FINETOO 12Pack Womens Seamless Underwear No Show Cheeky Panties Invisibles Briefs Soft Stretch Bikini Hipster XS-XL • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
FINETOO 12Pack Womens Seamless Underwear No Show Cheeky Panties Invisibles Briefs Soft Stretch Bikini Hipster XS-XL • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Hanes Girls' Cool Comfort Ankle, 12-Pair Pack Fashion Liner Socks • Amazon Business $6.99 3 $20.97
AQUA BLANCE Body Spray, Fragrance Mist for Women, Pack of 3, Each 3.9 Fl Oz, Total 11.7 Fl Oz • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
AQUA BLANCE Body Spray, Fragrance Mist for Women, Pack of 3, Each 3.9 Fl Oz, Total 11.7 Fl Oz, Cherry Blossoms • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
16 Pack Travel Detangling Brush Set by ANSLCA - 8 Mini Brushes + 8 Fine Wide Combs for Wet/Dry Hair, Multicolor for All Ages • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
LivaClean Superstar Patches 240 CT Pimple Patches for Face w/Salicylic Acid & Tea Tree, Hydrocolloid Acne Patches Cute Star Pimple Patches for Healing, Cute Face Stickers, Zit Patch • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Hair Ties, 260 PCS Black Hair Ties for Women or Men, Ponytail Holders, Premium Elastic Hair Ties for Thick Hair, Hair Bands for Women's Hair, Hair Tie, Hair Elastics, Hair Band-120PCS 4mm, 140PCS 3mm • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97

Materials cost

$395.40

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$431.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.12

Total project goal

$507.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $507.45

3 Donors

-$507.45

Donations toward project cost

-$431.33

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$76.12

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 $0.00

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