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Mrs. Kongshaug from Birchwood WI is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing Green Futures: Cultivating Care, Maintenance, and Sustainability

Help me give my students an immersing opportunity in a world of gardening, where we are teaching them the vital principles of care, maintenance, and sustainability.

  • 8 donors
  • $997 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

I'm reaching out to share an exciting opportunity to support our outdoor gardening project that I hope will interest you. It is designed to empower students with essential life skills while fostering a deeper connection to nature.

By immersing students in the world of gardening, we're teaching them the importance of care, maintenance, and sustainability.

My project aims to create a hands-on learning experience that goes beyond textbooks. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy for valuable lessons to get lost in the shuffle.

In an era where food sources are often distant and mysterious, teaching students how to grow their own food is empowering. By understanding the process from seed to table, they gain a newfound appreciation for the food on their plates. This knowledge isn't just theoretical—it's practical, equipping them with skills that can last a lifetime.

Gardening isn't just about plants; it's about the tools and materials we use. By teaching students how to properly care for gardening equipment, we're instilling a sense of respect for the tools of our trade. These are skills that translate far beyond the garden, into a mindset of mindful consumption and stewardship.

Your donation will directly impact the success of this project, providing essential supplies, tools, and resources to make it a reality. Together, we can empower a new generation with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Thank you for considering supporting our outdoor gardening project. Your contribution isn't just an investment in a garden—it's an investment in the future.

Mrs. Kongshaug
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
EAST OAK Outdoor Storage Box, 150 Gallon Deck Box, Large Resin Storage Bin for Patio Cushions, Gardening Tools, Outdoor Toys, Lockable, Waterproof and UV Resistant, Grey • Amazon Business $294.99 1 $294.99
Dual Chamber Compost Tumbler – Easy-Turn, Fast-Working System – All-Season, Heavy-Duty, High Volume Composter with 2 Sliding Doors - (2 – 18.5gallon /70 Liter) • Amazon Business $109.90 1 $109.90
Raised Garden Bed with Legs, 48x24x30'', Outdoor Wood Elevated Planter Box, Thick Legs, w/Liner • Amazon Business $85.99 1 $85.99
TOREVSIOR 5-Tier Vertical Raised Garden Bed, Vertical Garden Planter with Water Drainage, Elevated Garden Bed for Vegetables Flowers Herbs Indoor Outdoor • Amazon Business $85.99 1 $85.99
Raised Garden Bed Tomato Planter Trellis for Garden Planter for Tomato Pots for Growing Tomatoes Planter Box Outdoor Self Watering Metal Tube Trellis • Amazon Business $32.85 2 $65.70
4 Tier Mini Greenhouse - Portable Greenhouse with Locking Wheels and PVC Cover for Indoor or Outdoor - 27 x 19 x 63-Inch Green House by Home-Complete • Amazon Business $38.73 1 $38.73
Gardeners Basics, Survival Garden Heirloom Seeds, Victory Garden Seeds - 35 Varieties, 17,000+ Vegetable and Fruit Seeds for Planting Great Emergency Preparedness Items and Bugout Bag Supplies Gear • Amazon Business $29.75 1 $29.75
12 Pairs Kids Gardening Gloves Children Yard Work Glove Rubber Coated Garden Gloves for Girls Boys Toddlers Youth Outdoor (Large (Age 9-11)) • Amazon Business $28.98 1 $28.98
Gardening Tool Set (6 Pcs) Spade Shovel Rake for Garden Plants Care House Plants Flower Pot Cactus Vegetables Kids Indoor Small Plants Mini Medium Plant Tool Succulent Kit • Amazon Business $7.98 3 $23.94
64 Slots Plastic Seed Storage Box Organizer with Label Stickers(seeds not included), Seed Container Storage use for Flower Seeds,Vegetable Seeds, Clover Seeds, Basil Seeds, Tomato Seeds • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Grow Food For Free: The sustainable, zero-cost, low-effort way to a bountiful harvest • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79
Raised-Bed Gardening for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know to Start and Sustain a Thriving Garden • Amazon Business $11.35 1 $11.35

Materials cost

$805.10

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$847.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.50

Total project goal

$996.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$996.68

7 Donors

-$493.04

Donations toward project cost

-$428.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$64.96

match offer

-$493.06

Match offer toward project cost

-$419.10

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.96

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$10.58

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$0.00

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