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Ms. Loretta from Phoenix, AZ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Chefs in the Garden

Help me give my students culinary items to be chefs in the garden.

  • $263 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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

I am excited to embark on a culinary adventure with my first-grade students as they explore the intersection of gardening and cooking. This project aims to create a hands-on learning experience where students cultivate and harvest fresh ingredients from our garden, then use them to prepare simple and healthy dishes.

With proper cooking utensils and child-friendly cookware, my budding chefs will be able to translate their garden harvest into delicious and nutritious meals.

These tools will help them develop basic cooking skills, enhance their understanding of nutrition, and foster a love for preparing their own food. Develop life skills such as planning, organization, and time management through the planning and execution of gardening and cooking activities.

The goals for this project is to develop culinary literacy skills by introducing students to basic cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen tools. Promote healthy eating habits by connecting the food on their plates to the plants they grow, emphasizing the importance of fresh and locally sourced ingredients.

My first-grade students are a vibrant and curious bunch. They bring enthusiasm, creativity, and an eagerness to explore the world around them. Each child is special in their unique way, and we are committed to providing them with engaging and meaningful learning experiences.

Thank you for considering our project. Your generosity will help us nurture the next generation of gardeners and chefs!

Ms. Loretta Phoenix International Academy Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Loretta

Phoenix, AZ 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
Ecoofor 20 Pieces Kid Aprons and chef hat 10 colors Kids Painting Aprons for Children Adjustable Chef Aprons for Boys and Girls Art Painting Cooking Baking (Large Size for 5-12 Age) • Amazon Business $27.99 2 $55.98
TruChef Kids Tomato Steak Knife Set for Real Cooking (Aqua) - 2pcs - Skin Friendly Serrated Edge Stainless Steel Lightweight - Safe for Children & Beginners • Amazon Business $12.99 4 $51.96
48 Pack Wheat Straw Dinnerware Sets Unbreakable Kitchen Plastic Flatware Bulk Dinner Plates, Dessert Plate, Cereal Bowls, Cups for Outdoor Camping Party, Service for 8, Mixed Color • Amazon Business $40.99 1 $40.99
 Cutting Boards for Kitchen  6 PCS Cutting Board Set BPA Free Plastic Cutting Boards Non Slip Cutting Mats for Meat and Vegetables Dishwasher Safe • Amazon Business $7.19 4 $28.76

Materials cost

$177.69

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $12.70

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$223.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.36

Total project goal

$262.42

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $262.42

2 Donors

-$182.00

Donations toward project cost

-$159.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.50

match offer

-$74.78

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.56

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.22

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$5.65

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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