Mrs. Hoover from Fort Worth TX is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Healthy Snacks for Healthy Kids

Help me give my students a healthy snack to help fill their bellies before they go home.

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Healthy snack donations can significantly benefit our PreK class in numerous ways, extending support from moms who occasionally forget to pack snacks to students battling hunger. Firstly, such donations ensure all students have access to nutritious food, promoting their physical health and overall well-being. By offering a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, we can instill healthy eating habits early on, laying the foundation for a lifetime of good nutrition.

Moreover, healthy snacks can enhance students' concentration and focus, ultimately improving their academic performance.

When children have balanced meals throughout the day, they are better equipped to engage in learning activities and participate actively in class. Additionally, providing snacks ensures that every child feels included and cared for, fostering a sense of community and belonging within the classroom.

Finally, for students who may come from food-insecure households, healthy snack donations offer vital relief and support. By addressing hunger, we create a more equitable learning environment where all students have the opportunity to thrive. Through these acts of kindness and generosity, we demonstrate compassion and empathy, teaching our young learners the importance of caring for others and making a positive difference in the lives of those around them.

In conclusion, healthy snack donations have a multifaceted impact on our PreK class, benefiting students' health, academic performance, sense of belonging, and overall well-being. From moms who occasionally forget to pack snacks to students battling hunger, these donations play a crucial role in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Mrs. Hoover will only receive her materials if this project is fully funded by May 23.

Mrs. Hoover

Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

North Hi Mount Elementary School

Fort Worth, TX

Texas

More than half of students from low‑income households

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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 reach 20 students.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Break Box Big Party Snack Box 75/Pack (700-S0026) • Staples $86.43 1 $86.43

Skinny Pop Variety Snack Pack, 36/Pack (220-01049) • Quill.com $47.99 1 $47.99

Break Box Healthy Snack Snack Box 23/Box (700-S0001) • Staples $38.21 1 $38.21

Break Box Healthy Snack Box 37/Box (700-S0005) • Staples $34.07 1 $34.07

Kind Healthy Snacks KIND Nuts & Sea Salt Variety Pack Minis Snack Bars, 0.7 Ounce, Box of 20 • School Specialty $32.99 1 $32.99

Cheez-It Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, Office and Kids Snacks, Reduced Fat Original, 4.5lb Case (12 Boxes) • Amazon Business $23.46 1 $23.46

Materials cost			$263.15
Vendor shipping charges			$3.30
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$3.95
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$300.40
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$53.01
Total project goal			$353.41
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$353.41
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$353.41

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