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Mr. Johnson from Jackson, MS is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Snacks For The Win

Help me give my students snacks and hydration to get through the school day.

  • $328 goal

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My Project

As an educator, ensuring the well-being and optimal learning conditions for students is paramount. One often overlooked yet crucial aspect of this is the provision of snacks during school hours. Snacks play a significant role in supporting students’ physical health, cognitive function, and overall academic performance. In this essay, I will explore why providing snacks for students is essential and how it contributes to their educational journey.

Firstly, snacks provide vital nutrients that are necessary for students’ growth and development.

Many students come to school without having had a proper breakfast or with insufficient food to sustain them until lunchtime. A nutritious snack can bridge this gap, ensuring that students have the energy and focus needed to participate actively in class and concentrate on their studies. For some students, particularly those from food-insecure households, school snacks may be a crucial source of nutrition they might otherwise lack.

Mr. Johnson Lanier High School Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Jackson, MS 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

175 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gatorade Classic Thirst Quencher, Variety Pack, 12 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $13.53 4 $54.12
Grandma's Cookies, Variety Pack, (Pack of 30) • Amazon Business $28.43 1 $28.43
Doritos Flavored Tortilla Chips, Variety Pack, (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $23.79 1 $23.79
Frito Lay Flamin' Hot Mix, Variety Pack (Pack of 40), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $22.43 1 $22.43
Lay's Potato Chips, Variety Pack, 1 Ounce (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $21.86 1 $21.86
Pure Life, Purified Water, 8 Fl Oz, Plastic Bottled Water, 24 Pack • Amazon Business $4.00 5 $20.00
RITZ Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers and Cheese Sandwich Crackers Variety Pack, School Lunch Box Snacks, 32 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $19.58 1 $19.58
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit & Berries 'N Cherries Bulk Variety Pack, Perfect for School Lunches, Gluten Free, 0.8 oz Individual Single Serve Bags (Pack of 60) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Rice Krispies Treats Mini Squares, Kids Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Variety Pack, 20.1oz Box (52 Bars) • Amazon Business $9.88 1 $9.88

Materials cost

$229.07

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $16.03

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$278.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$49.15

Total project goal

$327.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $327.69

1 Donor

-$146.60

Donations toward project cost

-$139.27

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.33

match offer

-$163.85

Match offer toward project cost

-$139.27

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.58

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.25

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 $0.00

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