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Mr. Lawrence from Philadelphia PA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Garden Growth Initiative: Cultivating Knowledge, Nurturing Futures

Help me give my students gardening tools, potting soil, and gloves to cultivate a vibrant educational garden.

  • 3 donors
  • $172 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

The specific items we're requesting will make a significant difference in our students' learning by providing them with practical, hands-on experiences in gardening. These materials will empower them to actively engage in the process of cultivating and nurturing plants, fostering a deeper understanding of natural sciences, sustainability, and the environment. Through these experiences, students will develop essential skills such as teamwork, responsibility, and problem-solving, while also gaining a sense of pride and connection to the natural world around them.

For our garden project, our goals are to create a nurturing outdoor learning environment where young learners can explore the wonders of nature, develop foundational gardening skills, and cultivate a love for the natural world.

Our students are truly special because of their unique qualities, curiosity, and enthusiasm for learning. Their individuality shines through, and we embrace the diversity within our classroom. Each child brings a distinct perspective and potential to our educational community. By providing them with these carefully selected resources, we aim to nurture their innate curiosity, encourage a love for learning, and ensure that each child receives the tailored support they need to thrive academically and personally. Your support will contribute to creating a positive and enriching educational experience for these special young learners.

Mr. Lawrence
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HANDLANDY Kids Gardening Gloves for Age 5-8, Girls Boys Garden Work Gloves (Green (Dot), Medium (Pack of 4)) • Amazon Business $8.26 3 $24.78
18 Pcs Kids Gardening Tools Set, Metal Kids Yard Tools with Sturdy Wooden Handle Safe Children Beach Sandbox Toy Sand Play Tools for Flower Soil Planting Loosening Digging, Trowel, Rake, Shovel • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Miracle-Gro VB25078 Potting Soil, 1 cu. ft • Amazon Business $18.68 1 $18.68
winemana 36 Set Plant Nursery Pots with Humidity Dome, Seed Starter Biodegradable Peat Pots, Seedlings Planting Pots with Labels for Indoor Outdoor Garden • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
PURPLE STAR 1N 25 Packs Cupcake Plant Nursery Pots with Humidity Dome-Small Flower Pots for Kids-Planting Containers Cups for Indoor Outdoor Plant Succulent Display (Mixed Color) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
6 Pack Kids Watering Cans Bulk (Mini) 4.5" Plastic - Gardening Planting Tools for Kids & Toddlers, Beach Party Favors Gifts, Bulk Sand Toys • Amazon Business $13.71 1 $13.71

Materials cost

$114.14

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$145.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.74

Total project goal

$171.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $171.59

1 Donor

-$72.93

Donations toward project cost

-$72.93

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$85.79

Match offer toward project cost

-$72.92

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.87

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$12.87

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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