Help me give my students a holistic cooking experience that engages them physically, mentally, & socially. Help me provide a culinary "intervention" within which students improve their ability to socialize while also increasing their self-esteem.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Rush's classroom raised $920
This project is fully funded
My Project
Studies document that cooking with a caring adult/mentor tend to improve behavior, sociability, and resilience in adolescent learners. In no small way, too, culinary classes are shown to improve confidence and overall mental health in at-risk adults. Just as take-out meals & convenience foods are life-savers when life gets busy, learning to cook is ESSENTIAL to who we are as human beings. The simple act of preparing our meals roots us in our physical environment, improves our confidence, and (as numerous recent studies have shown) can even break us out of those things that tend to try to "trap" us in cycles of depression and anxiety.
Cooking not only fosters essential life-skill development alongside healthy social interactions, but it also provides a safe and nurturing environment for emotional support and growth.
I seek to provide an environment and experience for my students that can lead to big changes from seemingly small steps. As a chef, I am dedicated to promoting healthy family lifestyles through cooking. I also understand the profound impact that parents can have on supporting the mental health and well-being of their children. Our combined firsthand experiences show us the transformative power of creating nutritious meals together as a family.
Through this project and the supplies requested, I will teach my young Chefs how to achieve remarkable results in the kitchen on a BUDGET, always stressing the important roles of teamwork, adaptability & flexibility, creative thought, problem-solving, leadership, working under pressure, artistic expression, and--of course--a quality product that they can be proud of.
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
SENSARTE Pots and Pans Set Nonstick, 14 Pcs Induction Kitchen Cookware Sets, Non-toxic Non Stick Cooking Set with Frying Pans Set & Saucepan, PFOA PFOS APEO Free, Black
• Amazon Business
$84.99
2
$169.98
Umite Chef Silicone Kitchen Cooking Utensil Set, 43 pcs Spatula with Stainless Steel Handle, Non-stick Heat Resistant - Best Cookware Set-(Blue)
• Amazon Business
$31.99
4
$127.96
Unbleached Parchment Paper for Baking – 2-Pack 520 Sq.Ft Total - 15 in x 210 ft Baking Paper Roll with Cutter, Non-Stick Brown Parchment for Baking, Cooking, Grilling, Steaming by Baker’s Signature
• Amazon Business
$22.49
3
$67.47
WEPSEN Mixing Bowls with Lid Set, 23PCS Kitchen Utensils Metal Bowl Stainless Steel Nesting Bowls, Measuring Cups and Spoons, Egg Whisk for Baking Prepping Cooking Serving Supplies
• Amazon Business
$32.78
2
$65.56
Cook N Home Basics Nonstick Saute Skillet Fry Pan 3-Piece Set, 8 inch/9.5-Inch/11-inch Non-Stick Frying Pans, Black
• Amazon Business
$29.99
2
$59.98
Hamilton Beach 6-Speed Electric Hand Mixer with Whisk, Traditional Beaters, Dough Hooks, Snap-On Storage Case, 275 Watts, Red
• Amazon Business
$26.99
2
$53.98
Silicone Spatula Set of 5,High Temperature Resistant, Food Grade Silicone, Dishwasher Safe, for Baking cooking (Colorful)
• Amazon Business
$14.99
3
$44.97
PANTRYSTAR Large Food Storage Containers with Lids Airtight 5.2L /176Oz, for Flour, Sugar, Baking Supply and Dry Food Storage, 3PCS BPA Free Plastic Canisters for Kitchen Pantry Organization
• Amazon Business
$17.99
2
$35.98
Joyhalo 6 Pack Pot Holders for Kitchen Heat Resistant Pot Holders Sets Oven Hot Pads Terry Cloth Pot Holders for Cooking Baking
• Amazon Business
$15.79
2
$31.58
Pactiv Corp Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil, 75 Feet x 12 Inches - Durable
• School Specialty
$17.99
1
$17.99
The One-Pan College Cookbook: 80 Easy Recipes for Quick, Good Food
• Amazon Business
$12.15
1
$12.15
The Healthy Cookbook for Teens: 100 Fast & Easy Delicious Recipes
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
5-Ingredient Cooking for Two: 100+ Recipes Portioned for Pairs
• Amazon Business
$10.19
1
$10.19
Good and Cheap: Eat Well on $4/Day
• Amazon Business
$9.69
1
$9.69
The 5-Ingredient College Cookbook: Recipes to Survive the Next Four Years
• Amazon Business
$7.93
1
$7.93
Materials cost
$727.40
Vendor shipping charges
$2.70
Sales tax
$10.91
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.91
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$781.92
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$137.99
Total project goal
$919.91
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$919.91
3 Donors
-$694.91
Donations toward project cost
-$590.67
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$104.24
match offer
-$225.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$191.25
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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