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Mrs. Franco from Kiln, MS is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Expanding Cultural Horizons: A Call for Additional Kitchen Essentials

Help me give my students additional support for crucial kitchen items to further enhance our culinary experiences while making cultural connections.

  • $1,078 goal

This project expired on June 20, 2024.

This project expired on June 20, 2024.

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Your generosity has sparked enthusiasm and transformed our classrooms into dynamic culinary spaces, fostering cultural appreciation and promoting healthy living. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your previous support in equipping our high school World Language and Nutrition and Wellness classes with essential kitchen items.

Your continued support will directly impact the breadth and depth of our culinary education.

Students will gain hands-on experience with various kitchen techniques, expanding their culinary horizons and fostering creativity. Your contribution will play a pivotal role in their skill development and overall appreciation for the art and science of cooking.

To further enhance our culinary education programs, we seek additional support for crucial kitchen items:

Mixing Bowls: Versatile and sturdy, these bowls will empower students to efficiently combine ingredients, facilitating a wide array of cooking and baking activities.

Blenders: These versatile appliances will open doors to exploring smoothies, soups, and sauces, contributing to a deeper understanding of nutrition and healthy eating.

Cutting Utensils: High-quality knives are fundamental tools for refining knife skills, ensuring safety, and preparing a variety of ingredients.

We are excited about the possibilities these additional items will unlock and invite you to join us in this culinary journey. Thank you for considering this request, and we eagerly anticipate the continued positive impact your support will have on the education and growth of our students.

Mrs. Franco Hancock High School Grades 9-12

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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.

Kiln, MS 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

170 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ninja - Professional Plus Blender with Auto-iQ - Gray • Best Buy Education $96.81 4 $387.24
Cuisinart Color Pro C77SSR-12P Steel Knife Set • Quill.com $60.99 4 $243.96
Vegetable Peeler, Stainless Steel Rotary Peeler for Potatoes Carrots Apples Pears (Set of 3) By Lechay • Amazon Business $7.99 4 $31.96
COOK WITH COLOR Mixing Bowls with Tritan Lids - 12 Piece Plastic Nesting Bowls Set includes 6 Prep Bowls and 6 Tritan Lids - Microwave Safe (Blue) • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49
COOK WITH COLOR Mixing Bowls with Tritan Lids - 12 Piece Plastic Nesting Bowls Set includes 6 Prep Bowls and 6 Tritan Lids - Microwave Safe (Grey) • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49
COOK WITH COLOR Mixing Bowls with TPR Lids - 12 Piece Plastic Nesting Bowls Set includes 6 Prep Bowls and 6 Lids - Microwave Safe (Sage) • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49
COOK WITH COLOR Mixing Bowls with TPR Lids - 12 Piece Plastic Nesting Bowls Set includes 6 Prep Bowls and 6 Lids, Microwave Safe (Rose) • Amazon Business $22.98 1 $22.98
KitchenAid Classic Multifunction Can Opener / Bottle Opener, 8.34-Inch, Gray • Amazon Business $19.87 1 $19.87
KitchenAid Soft Classic Multifunction Can Opener / Bottle Opener, 8.29-Inch, Ocean Drive • Amazon Business $15.11 1 $15.11
KitchenAid Classic Multifunction Can Opener / Bottle Opener, 8.34-Inch, Aqua Sky • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
KitchenAid Classic Multifunction Can Opener / Bottle Opener • Amazon Business $9.68 1 $9.68

Materials cost

$816.26

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $57.14

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$915.64

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$161.58

Total project goal

$1,077.22

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