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Mrs. Newman from Sacramento, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cultivating Growth: Enhancing Our School Garden Pt. 2

Help me give my students a vibrant and educational outdoor space that they will remember for a lifetime.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Newman's classroom raised $440

This project is fully funded

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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

We are excited to present a proposal to enhance our school garden, creating a vibrant and educational outdoor space for our students. With your support, we aim to procure essential supplies and decorative elements to enrich the learning environment and foster a love for nature and gardening.

Your contribution will directly impact the learning experiences of our students, promoting environmental awareness and hands-on learning.

Items will not only provide practical support for our gardening activities, but also create a visually appealing and engaging space that will inspire our students to connect with nature and enjoy the outdoors.

Creating a school garden offers numerous benefits for students, educators, and the community as a whole. Overall, school gardens offer a holistic learning experience that integrates science, nutrition, sustainability, and community involvement, making them invaluable educational tools.

With your support, we can transform our school garden into a vibrant and functional space that fosters learning, creativity, and environmental stewardship. Your contribution will not only beautify our campus, but also provide valuable educational opportunities for students to learn about gardening, sustainability, and healthy living.

Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our school community. We sincerely hope that you will consider supporting our school garden project. Your generosity will make a significant difference in the lives of our students and contribute to the beauty and educational value of our school environment.

Thank you for your kind consideration.

Mrs. Newman Hollywood Park Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Sacramento, CA View local requests

Nearly all 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

300 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mostmahes 2 PCS 10x2x1/8x4x1/6x6x1ft Outdoor Galvanized Backyard Metal Raised Garden Bed for Flowers, 9 in 1 Adjustable Raised Planter Box for Plant • Amazon Business $108.67 1 $108.67
POTEY Raised Garden Bed 2Pcs, Galvanized Boxes Outdoor for Vegetables Flowers Herb, Rectangular Planter Beds Kit with Weed Barrier Fabric and Soil Ventilation Holes (5.7L*3.0W FT) • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
MTB Galvanized Welded Wire Mesh Garden Economy Fence 36"x25'-2"x3" 16GA • Amazon Business $41.99 1 $41.99
ENJOYBASICS Raised Garden Bed Outdoor, 2 Pack Round Galvanized Raised Planter Box kit, Bottomless Metal Raised Garden Bed for Gardening, Flower, Herb (2x2x1ft) • Amazon Business $40.59 1 $40.59
86 York Expandable Willow Lattice Fence Panel for Climbing Plants Vine Ivy Rose Cucumbers Clematis (1) • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Rust-Oleum 334029 Painter's Touch 2X Ultra Cover Spray Paint, 12 oz, Gloss Clear • Amazon Business $6.48 2 $12.96

Materials cost

$310.19

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $28.38

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$373.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.86

Total project goal

$439.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $439.08

3 Donors

-$193.86

Donations toward project cost

-$188.36

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.50

match offer

-$217.48

Match offer toward project cost

-$184.86

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.62

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$27.74

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 $0.00

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