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Mrs. Means from La Mesa, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Meeting Basic Needs to Aide in Academic Success

My students need hygiene products, snacks, boxed food, canned food, and clothing to meet their basic needs so they are ready to learn when they come to school.

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My Students

My sweet students come from diverse backgrounds and bring a large array of experiences to our room. One thing they all have in common is using their imaginations and creating a happy world within our walls.

Daily, my students overcome a variety of basic challenges - getting breakfast, making it to school, and having homework completed.

Our school is a Title I urban school with the most diverse population in our district, serving free or reduced-price lunch to over 80% of our students. School becomes a safe haven for these scholars where expectations are the same every day, and their basic needs are met. While they come to school to learn, they thrive when they are given the opportunity to utilize a variety of resources to make learning real and fun. This is what keeps them coming back and keeps them hooked into learning the rigorous academic standards.

My Project

Many of our elementary school students find it challenging to have academic success due to the lack of basic needs being met due to homelessness. This project is being created in hopes that if these children or many of our impoverished students come to school without food, clean clothes, or teeth being brushed we have the means to help them feel confident at school. The clothes being purchased range anywhere from 5-10 years of age and the hygiene products range from kids to adults. Some of the hygiene products include toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, body wash, floss, lotion, sunscreen, chapstick, and hair brushes.

It is very important that our children are taken care of, but it is also important that their families feel supported as well.

Being able to take food on the go is important for our homeless population and so is having access to healthy food. This project includes an assortment of snacks, soups, and quick meals that are relatively healthy.

Mrs. Means La Mesa Dale Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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La Mesa, CA 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AXE Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick for Men, Anarchy For Him, 2.7 oz • Amazon Business $10.23 5 $51.15
Hind Boys Performance Quick Dry Athletic Sports T-Shirt (4-Pack) (Asst. #5, Medium/10-12)' • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Annie's Classic Mild Cheddar Microwavable Macaroni & Cheese, 12 Cups, 2.01oz (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $22.68 2 $45.36
ACT Kids Anticavity Fluoride Mouthwash, Bubble Gum Blow Out 16.9 oz. (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $21.50 2 $43.00
'dELiAs Delia\'s 4 Pack Girl’s Basic Yummy Active Leggings, Navy Flower/Diamond, Size 10/12' • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
U.S. Polo Assn. Boy's Short Sleeve Button Down Shirt 2 Piece Set, Charcoal Plaid, Size 10/12' • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Head and Shoulders Shampoo and Conditioner 2 in 1 Anti Dandruff for Men, Old Spice Pure Sport, 23.7 Fl Oz (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Dove Nutritive Solutions Shampoo, Daily Moisture, 12 oz, 4 ct • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Jack Link’s Beef Jerky Variety Bag Original, Teriyaki 9ct 1.25oz Single-serve Bags • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
GranNaturals Boar Bristle Hair Brush for Women and Men - Natural Wooden Large Flat Square Paddle Hairbrush - For Thick, Fine, Thin, Wavy, Straight, Long, or Short Hair • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Dove Nutritive Solutions Conditioner, Daily Moisture 12 oz, 4 ct • Amazon Business $14.73 2 $29.46
Planters Trail Mix, Nuts & Chocolate M&M's, 7.5 Ounce Bags (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $5.81 5 $29.05
Colgate Cavity Protection Regular Flavor Fluoride Toothpaste 8 Ounce Tube 5 tubes • Amazon Business $14.22 2 $28.44
Dentek Kids Fun Flossers with Advanced Fluoride Coating | Removes Food & Plaque | Wild Fruit Flavored Floss Picks | 75 Count | Pack of 6 • Amazon Business $14.01 2 $28.02
Olay Quench Body Lotion Ultra Moisture with Shea Butter and Vitamins E and B3, 20.2 oz (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $13.76 2 $27.52
Dial Kids Body + Hair Wash, Bubble Berry, 24 Ounce (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Dial Kids Body + Hair Wash, Bursting Apple Rapids, 24 Ounce (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Carter's Big Girls' 3-Pack Short-Sleeved T-Shirt, White Love/Grey/Pink Butterfly, 5 • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Simple Joys by Carter's Toddler Girls' 4-Piece Playwear Set, Navy Dot/Happy/Pink, 5T • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Levi's Boys' Big Cargo Shorts, Black, 10 • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Levi's Boys' Big Cargo Shorts, Eiffel Tower Grey, 10 • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Snack Variety Pack, Healthy Bars Sampler & Care Package in an elegant Blue Ribbon Gift Box (30 count) by Blue Ribbon • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
Coppertone SPORT Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Multipack (7-Fluid Ounce Bottle, Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $22.66 1 $22.66
Colgate Total Pro-Shield Mouthwash, Peppermint - 500 mL (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $22.43 1 $22.43
Dove Men+Care 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner, Anti Dandruff 12 Ounce • Amazon Business $22.10 1 $22.10
Dove Men+Care Body and Face Wash, Aqua Impact 18 oz, 4 count • Amazon Business $21.56 1 $21.56
Kellogg's & General Mills Cereal Bowl Variety - Apple Jacks, Mini Wheats, Corn Pops, Special K, Frosted Flakes, Honey Nut Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Reese's Puffs + 1 Bag of Cereal Marshmallows • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Bienzoe Girl's School Uniform Anti-Microbial Breathable Quick-Dry Short Sleeve Crew Neck T-Shirt PackA 10/12 • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Pepperidge Farm, Goldfish, Crackers, Classic Mix, 29 oz, Variety Pack, Box, Snack Packs, Pack Of 30 • Amazon Business $10.43 2 $20.86
KIDPIK KIDIK Girls T Shirts 3Pack One Pocket Tank Navy/Orchid Bouquet/Very Berry- M • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
KIDIK Girls T Shirts 3Pack One Pocket Tank (Black/Capri Breeze/Rose)- XS • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
American Hawk Big Boys 3 Piece Pack Henley Shirt, Marled Dark Red/White/Black, 10/12 • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Chrome Classic Girls Striped Tunic A Line Dress w/Ruffle Sleeves Made in The USA (Navy, Large(9/10)) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Olay Ultra Moisture Coconut Oasis Body Wash, 22 oz, (4 Count) • Amazon Business $19.88 1 $19.88
Olay Fresh Outlast Purifying Birch & Lavender Body Wash 22 oz, (4 Count) • Amazon Business $19.88 1 $19.88
ACT Kids Anticavity Fluoride Rinse, Wild Watermelon, 16.9 Ounce (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $18.65 1 $18.65
Wet Brush Pro Detangle Hair Brush, Blackout • Amazon Business $8.95 2 $17.90
Dove Advanced Care Antiperspirant Deodorant, Lavender Fresh 2.6 oz, 4 Count • Amazon Business $17.84 1 $17.84
GUM Crayola Pip-Squeaks Kids Toothbrush - Ultrasoft (4 Pack - 1 of Each Character) • Amazon Business $8.77 2 $17.54
Vaseline Men Body Lotion, Fast Absorbing, 20.3 oz, 3 ct • Amazon Business $17.37 1 $17.37
Caramel Cantina 6 Pack Big Girls Seamless Training Bras (Medium, 6PK Sporty) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Dove Men+Care 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner, Fresh and Clean, 12 oz, 4 count • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Coralup Little Girls 2-Piece T-Shirt & Pant Set(Lovely Fox) S4001(5-6Y,Navy) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Chapstick Classic Strawberry 0.15oz - Pack of 24 - Skin protectant moisturizer • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
AXE Body Wash for Men, Excite, 16 oz, 4 Count • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Hanes Ultimate Girls' 5-Pack Cotton Stretch Bikini Panties, Assorted, 10 • Amazon Business $16.00 1 $16.00
NIKE Kids' Unisex Everyday Cushion Crew Socks (6 Pairs), Black/White, Medium • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Girls Leggings, FIOKASO 3 Packs Toddler Girls Pants Great Stretch Printing Flower for Kids • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
QIJOVO 3 Packs Girls Pants Great Stretch Printing Flower Toddler Leggings Kids • Amazon Business $15.89 1 $15.89
24 Pack Nature’s Bees Cocoa Butter Lip Balm Tubes Moisturizer All Natural Chap Treatment • Amazon Business $15.00 1 $15.00
Smartfood Delight Popcorn Variety Pack, 36 Count • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
Trimfit Girls' 100% Cotton Tagless Colorful Assorted Panties 10-Pack, S (4-6) • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
Calvin Klein Girls Graphic Bikini Panty Underwear Comfort stretch- 6 Pack (Medium, Assorted Print/Solid) • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Degree Dry Protection Antiperspirant Deodorant, Just Dance, 2.6 oz (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $14.82 1 $14.82
Jastore 2Pcs Little Baby Girl Clothing Sets Long Sleeve Striped T-Shirt + Jeans (6T) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Sunchips Multigrain Chips Variety Pack, 40 Count • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Water Resistant and Non-Greasy Sunscreen Lotion with Broad Spectrum SPF 45, 3 fl. oz, (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $13.97 1 $13.97
Wet Brush Pro Detangle Hair Brush, Metallic Pink • Amazon Business $6.95 2 $13.90
Vaseline Men Healthy Resilient Skin Cooling Hydration Travel Size Body Lotion 2 Oz Each Bulk (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $13.89 1 $13.89
Campbell's Chunky Classic Chicken Noodle Soup Microwavable Bowl, 15.25 oz. (Pack of 8) • Amazon Business $13.28 1 $13.28
Campbell's Chunky Creamy Chicken & Dumplings Soup Microwavable Bowl, 15.25 oz. (Pack of 8) • Amazon Business $13.28 1 $13.28
SWNONE Baby Girl Clothes Outfit Floral Skirt +Vest Tops Summer Cotton Black Tank Clothes (Black, 5-6 T) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Fruit of the Loom Big Boys' 5 Pack Breathable Boxer Brief, Micro/Mesh Assorted, Medium • Amazon Business $11.97 1 $11.97
Aveeno Positively Nourishing Lavender And Chamomile Calming Body Lotion, 7 Oz • Amazon Business $5.74 2 $11.48
Fruit of the Loom Big Boys' 5 Pack Breathable Boxer Brief, Cotton Assorted, Medium • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Pop-Tarts Breakfast Toaster Pastries, Flavored Variety Pack, Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon, Frosted Strawberry, 57.5 oz (32 Count) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Jastore Girls Letter Love Flower Clothing Sets Top+Short Skirt Kids Clothes (5-6T) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Fruit of the Loom Little Girls' Brief, Assorted, 6(Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Neutrogena Wet Skin Kids Sunscreen Spray, Twin Pack • Amazon Business $9.12 1 $9.12
Fruit of the Loom Little Girls' Half Cushion Low Cut 10 Pack Sock, White Assorted, 10.5-4 • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
The Wet Brush Pro Detangler Metallic- Viva Violet • Amazon Business $8.43 1 $8.43
3Pcs Toddler Kids Baby Girls Summer Clothes T-shirt +Pants+Headband Outfit Set • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Wet Brush Pro Detangler Bombshell, Blue, 0.2 lb. • Amazon Business $7.68 1 $7.68
Colgate Toothbrushes Premier Extra Clean ( 12 Toothbrushes) • Amazon Business $6.55 1 $6.55

Materials cost

$1,503.29

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $137.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$22.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,693.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$298.83

Total project goal

$1,992.22

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,992.22

1 Donor

-$996.10

Donations toward project cost

-$846.69

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$149.41

match offer

-$996.12

Match offer toward project cost

-$846.70

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$149.42

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