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Coach Horton from Siler City, NC is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Culinary Arts Program Take Off

Help me give my students a fully functional commercial kitchen for hands-on learning and career preparation.

  • $2,376 goal

This project expired on June 2, 2025.

This project expired on June 2, 2025.

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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 absolutely love the determination, creativity, and passion my students bring to the kitchen every day. They inspire me with their eagerness to learn skills that will prepare them for future careers in the culinary arts. Each resource we’re requesting—commercial-grade equipment, tools, and appliances—will provide them with the opportunity to practice industry-standard techniques in a real-world setting. With these items, they’ll gain hands-on experience that builds confidence and prepares them for certifications and future jobs in the foodservice industry.

The goal of this project is to transform our kitchen into a commercial-grade workspace, allowing students to learn professional-level skills, from food preparation and safety to plating and service.

This experience will not only enhance their technical expertise but also nurture critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

What makes my students special is their resilience and their dreams. Many of them come from diverse backgrounds and face challenges, but they are determined to succeed and make a better future for themselves. With your support, we can provide them with the tools they need to thrive and achieve their goals. Thank you for helping us make their dreams a reality!

Coach Horton Jordan Matthews High School Grades 9-12

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.

Siler City, NC 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

Never Before Funded 75 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Furniture Prep Table, 60"W x 24"D (NHWT2460) • Quill.com $334.99 4 $1,339.96
Seville Classics UltraDurable Heavy Duty NSF Solid Steel Wire Rack Storage Unit Organizer for Garage, Warehouse, Office, Restaurant, Classroom, Kitchen, 5-Tier Shelving, 48" W x 18" D • Amazon Business $159.99 3 $479.97

Materials cost

$1,819.93

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$141.95

3rd party payment processing fee

$27.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,019.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$356.33

Total project goal

$2,375.51

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