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Ms. Mercurio from San Francisco, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Mercurio's classroom raised $334

Bring Garden Boots to a Juvenile Jail

Help me give my students muck boots for their outdoor education in the garden.

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Ms. Mercurio Woodside Learning Center
San Francisco, CA Grades 9-12

My Project

I am writing this project on behalf of the incredible group of kids in juvenile hall who have been actively involved in our gardening program. These young individuals are working hard every day, growing and harvesting food that contributes not only to their sustenance but also to their personal development. However, they currently face a challenge as they engage in these activities wearing sandals, which often get muddy and uncomfortable. We are seeking your support to provide them with durable muck boots that will not only keep their feet dry and comfortable but also ensure their safety and well-being during these daily gardening tasks.

The gardening program has proven to be a transformative experience for these kids, offering them a sense of purpose and connection to nature.

By cultivating their own food, they are learning valuable skills and gaining a deeper understanding of responsibility and teamwork. However, the lack of appropriate footwear hinders their ability to fully participate and enjoy the experience. Your generous donation towards muck boots will not only address this immediate need but will also enhance the overall impact of the gardening program, creating a more positive and empowering environment for these youth in juvenile hall.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Half of students from low‑income households

999 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Mercurio Woodside Learning Center Grades 9-12

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

San Francisco, CA View local requests

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

999 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Muck Boot womens Muckster Ii Ankle Work Shoe, Moss/Green, 9 US • Amazon Business $76.78 1 $76.78
Muck Boot womens Muckster Ii Ankle Work Shoe, Moss/Green, 9 US • Amazon Business $76.78 1 $76.78
Muck Boot Men's Muckster Ii Ankle Work Shoe, Moss/Green, 8 US • Amazon Business $75.81 1 $75.81

Materials cost

$229.37

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $20.99

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$283.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.08

Total project goal

$333.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $333.88

2 Donors

-$333.88

Donations toward project cost

-$283.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.08

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 $0.00

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