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Mrs. Soto from Indianapolis, IN is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Refresh, Refuel, and Reset Stations

Help me give my students hygiene and re-fuel stations so they can have their basic needs met.

  • 3 donors
  • $1,600 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

Maslow's hierarchy of needs identifies the most basic human needs to be fulfilled first as the physiological. Only after those needs are met can a person move forward in order to reach their fullest potential.

My students are struggling to get their basic needs met in the form of their hygiene and having enough to eat each day.

Staff members are often asked multiple times a day for extra food and for various hygiene items. Deodorant, toothpaste, combs, body wipes, and more. These requests don't even account for the students who have the same needs, but are uncomfortable asking for help.

The items requested will be used to make three "Refresh, Refuel, and Reset" stations. We will put the stations with the Dean of Students, Social Worker, and School Counselor's offices. We are often the first people students will come to when they are in need and by having a station in each office we can be more accessible. Our ultimate goal is be able to fulfill their basic needs to students can be academically and socially successful.

Mrs. Soto William Penn Middle School 49 Grades 6-8

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.

More about Mrs. Soto

Indianapolis, IN 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

400 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Degree Travel Deodorant Variety 72-Pack (36 Cool Rush + 36 Shower Clean) – 72H Body Heat Activated Mini Antiperspirant, 0.5 Oz Ea • Amazon Business $79.99 3 $239.97
IRIS USA Craft Cabinet Storage, Screw Organizer, Hardware Storage Organizer, 10 Drawer Parts Cabinet, 2 Pack Art Storage Cabinets, Small Parts, Nuts and Bolts, Tool Storage, Scrapbook Art Hobby, White • Amazon Business $39.99 3 $119.97
Crest, Cavity Protection Fluoride Anticavity Toothpaste, 0.85 Oz Travel Size (100 Pack) • Amazon Business $84.90 1 $84.90
Chomps Snack Size Grass-Fed and Finished Sea Salt Beef Jerky Snack Sticks 0.5oz 24-Pack - Keto, Paleo, Whole30, 4g Lean Meat Protein, Gluten-Free, Zero Sugar Food, Non-GMO Chomplings • Amazon Business $27.43 3 $82.29
Wellsley Farms Chewy Chocolate Granola Bar 0.88 oz. 60 Bars/Box (220-00538) • Staples $24.73 3 $74.19
AZEN 120 Pack Lip Balm, Natural Lip Balm Bulk, Lip Care Product, Moisturizing Lip Balm (Pack of 10) - 12 Flavors • Amazon Business $35.99 2 $71.98
Nutri-Grain Breakfast Bar Variety Pack, 1.3 oz., 48 Bars/Box (KEE05872) • Quill.com $35.99 2 $71.98
Patelai 100 Boxes Dental Floss Bulk Travel Mint Waxed Mini Dental Tooth Floss for Adults, Each 164 Ft/ 50 Meters • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
Bulk Hair Brushes for Homeless Individually Wrapped, Hair Brush Bulk, Hair Brush for Curly Hair Suitable for Homeless,Shelter,Air Bnb/Hotel/Guest Apartment (150 PCS) • Amazon Business $57.89 1 $57.89
Treela 300 Pcs Large Body Wipes Individually Wrapped Bath Wipes for Adults Bathing No Rinse Shower Wipes Bulk Deodorant for Homeless Personal Cleansing Wipes for Travel Gym (Black,12" X 12'') • Amazon Business $48.99 1 $48.99
ECO amenities Travel Size Lotion Bulk - 200 Pack, 30ml (1 fl oz) Tubes - Delight Guests with Refreshing Mini Hand Lotion Travel Size Toiletries - Individually Packed for AirBnBs, Hotels, Gyms, Spas • Amazon Business $48.99 1 $48.99
Rold Gold Savory Pretzels Twists 1 oz. Bags 88 Bags/Carton (FRI32430) • Staples $43.52 1 $43.52
Welly Bandage Refill Ready Pack | Adhesive Flexible Fabric Bandages | Bulk Assorted Shapes and Patterns for Minor Cuts, Scrapes, and Wounds - 200 Count • Amazon Business $19.98 2 $39.96
Goldfish Cheddar Crackers 1.5 oz. 72 Packs/Box (CAM13539) • Staples $37.92 1 $37.92
Urban Essentials Bulk Foldable Travel Toothbrush Fold to Cover Individually Wrapped Medium Soft Bristle Toothbrush Case Travel Size Compact On-The-go Toothbrush for Adults and Kids Travel Camping • Amazon Business $36.94 1 $36.94
Superio Brand Extra Deep Plastic Storage Bin, 20 Quart, Clear • School Specialty $12.22 3 $36.66
Nature's Garden Healthy Trail Mix Snack Pack - | Premium Nuts and Seeds | Delicious Healthy Trail Mix Snack - Food Allergy Free, 48 individual bags Net wt 57.6 0z • Amazon Business $29.97 1 $29.97
Curad? Petroleum Jelly, 1/6 oz, 144/Box • Quill.com $26.99 1 $26.99
Hicarer 200 Pieces Bobby Pins 4 Colors Hair Pins Hair Clips with Clear Boxes for Women • Amazon Business $8.99 3 $26.97
100PCS Colorful Large Hair Ties, Cotton Hair Bands Seamless Ponytail Holders for Women, Hair Elastics, 10 Colors by BAOLI • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
Leinuosen 48 Pieces Colorful Hair Combs Set Plastic Pocket Combs Bulk for Women Men Teasing and Styling • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Noble Pre-moistened Lens Wipes Individually Wrapped - Lens and Screen Cleaning Wipes - Great for Eyeglasses, Cell Phones, Camera Lenses, Screens, Keyboards, and Other Delicate Surfaces (300 Wipes) • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95

Materials cost

$1,305.97

Vendor shipping charges

$3.67

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$19.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,359.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$239.86

Total project goal

$1,599.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,599.09

2 Donors

-$1,481.45

Donations toward project cost

-$1,274.23

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$207.22

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.64

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$0.00

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