Help me give my students the ability to grow food using sustainable practices. The drip irrigation system conserves water while keeping our plants healthy, and the new supplies and storage help us stay organized and ready to learn.
$536 goal
This project expired on September 12, 2025.
This project expired on September 12, 2025.
My Project
We aim to create a beautiful, functional garden space where students can explore science, responsibility, and environmental stewardship. With your support, we’ll install a drip irrigation system using soaker hoses and rain barrels to teach students about water conservation and the importance of sustainable agriculture.
Storage bins and gardening tools will help us stay organized and make the garden accessible and inviting for every student.
With thank-you cards, students will practice gratitude and reflect on the power of community support.
This garden will be more than just a place to grow plants—it will be a living classroom where students learn by doing, connect with nature, and take pride in growing something from the ground up.
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
625 students impacted
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EAST OAK Outdoor Storage Box, 120 Gallon Deck Box with Stainless Steel Rods Large Resin Storage Bin for Patio Cushions, Garden Tools, Waterproof and UV Resistant, Lockable, Grey
• Amazon Business
$149.99
1
$149.99
Miracle-Gro Dual Chamber Compost Tumbler – Easy-Turn, Heavy-Duty Outdoor Bin Composter with 2 Sliding Doors (2x18.5 Gal/70L
• Amazon Business
$109.90
1
$109.90
KMJETNIVY Rain Barrel Anti-Collapse Collapsible Rainwater Collection System,Portable Water Storage Tank,Garden Water Catcher
• Amazon Business
$37.99
1
$37.99
2 Pcs 26.8" x 26.8" Potting Mat for Indoor Plants Transplanting Control Mess Square Repotting Mat Gardening Gifts
• Amazon Business
$9.99
3
$29.97
1/2’’ Soaker Hose 50 ft, Heavy Duty Garden Soaker Hoses 25Ft 2 Pack, Round Soaker Hose for Raised Garden Beds, 50 Ft Drip Hoses Irrigation for Garden - (25 feet 2-pack)
• Amazon Business
$26.99
1
$26.99
Black Duck Brand Set of 8 - Foam Kneeling Pads Garden Knee Mat/Gardening Seat Cushion
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
Utrecht Heavy Duty Gallon Bucket with Lid - 128 oz
• Blick Art Materials
$4.74
3
$14.22
Sweetzer & Orange S&O Fun Thank You Cards with Envelopes - Blank decor sheets for Handwritten Messages, Appreciation Cards with Envelopes, Set of 24 Gratitude Notes for Teachers with Colorful Cover
• Amazon Business
$11.65
1
$11.65
S&O Colorful Thank You Postcards for Handwritten Messages - Postcard Style Thank You Cards Bulk Set of 60 - Assorted Thank You Cards to Express Gratitude - Appreciation Cards for Personalized Notes
• Amazon Business
$8.68
1
$8.68
Materials cost
$409.38
Vendor shipping charges
$9.95
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.14
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$455.47
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$80.38
Total project goal
$535.85
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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