Empower Students With Disabilities Through Meal Preparation
Help me give my students adaptive and regular kitchen tools to successfully prepare meals independently.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Maria Nunag's classroom raised $488
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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
Our Independent Living class provides our students with the skills they need to lead independent and fulfilling lives. One of the most essential life skills we teach is the ability to prepare simple meals. For many of our students with disabilities, the kitchen can be an intimidating place, filled with tools and tasks that are challenging to navigate. Yet, with the right support and adaptive equipment, these students can gain the confidence and skills to cook independently.
Cooking is not just about preparing food—it’s about building confidence, fostering independence, and creating a sense of accomplishment.
When our students learn to prepare meals, they gain more than just a skill; they develop self-reliance and pride.
Our students face challenges, from fine motor difficulties and limited hand strength to cognitive and sensory processing issues. These challenges even basic cooking tasks—like chopping, measuring ingredients, or stirring a pot—are overwhelming. However, with specialized kitchen tools, we can break down these barriers and open up a world of possibilities for our students.
Adaptive kitchen tools, such as easy-grip utensils, non-slip cutting boards, and color-coded measuring cups, are designed to meet the unique needs of our students. These tools provide the stability, control, and safety they need to participate in meal preparation.
We ask for your support in providing our students with the resources to prepare meals independently. By equipping our kitchen with regular and adaptive tools, we will create a more inclusive and empowering learning environment for them to succeed.
Your contribution will directly impact their lives. Together, we can make the kitchen a place of empowerment and independence for our students. Thank you for considering our project and your commitment to helping students with disabilities reach their full potential.
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
Spring Chef Magnetic Measuring Cups & Spoons Set (Patent Pending), Strong N45 Magnets, Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Fits in Spice Jars for Baking & Cooking, BPA Free, Set of 15 with Leveler, Multicolor
• Amazon Business
$29.39
3
$88.17
Winproper Mixing Bowls with Lids Set, 6 PCS Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls with 3 Grater Attachments, Kitchen Food Storage Organizers Nesting Mixing Bowl, Large Size 4.5, 3.5, 2.1, 1.5, 1.1, 0.7QT
• Amazon Business
$21.99
3
$65.97
NCUE Kitchen Utensils Set, 28 Pcs Silicone Cooking Utensils Set with Holder, Spatula Set, Silicone Whisk, Scissors, Measuring Cups and Spoons Set with Stainless Steel Handle Kitchen Gadgets (Khaki)
• Amazon Business
$29.99
2
$59.98
BELLA Electric Griddle with Crumb Tray - Smokeless Indoor Grill, Nonstick Surface, Adjustable Temperature Control Dial & Cool-touch Handles, 10" x 16", Black
• Amazon Business
$27.99
2
$55.98
Chef Pomodoro 3-Piece Liquid Meausuring Cups Set - Ml and Oz Measuring Cup - Includes 1, 2 and 4 Cup, BPA-Free Plastic Measuring Cups for Liquids, Stackable Nesting Measuring Cup, Red Measuring Cup
• Amazon Business
$14.83
3
$44.49
JOVITEC 8 Pieces Kid Plastic Kitchen Knife Set, Children's Safe Cooking Chef Nylon Knives for Fruit, Bread, Cake, Salad, Lettuce Knife Kids' Baking Supplies
• Amazon Business
$8.49
2
$16.98
Flexible 3 Colored Cutting Board Mats set, Plastic, Colorful For Kitchen
• Amazon Business
$7.95
2
$15.90
Materials cost
$347.47
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$31.79
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.21
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$414.47
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$73.14
Total project goal
$487.61
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$487.61
4 Donors
-$243.80
Donations toward project cost
-$207.23
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$36.57
match offer
-$243.81
Match offer toward project cost
-$207.24
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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