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Ms. Elliott from Manning, SC is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing Young Minds: Cultivating Education Through a Hands-On Garden

Help me give my students a garden experience. The garden will help students develop an understanding of science concepts like photosynthesis, ecosystems, and the water cycle.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Elliott's classroom raised $258

This project is fully funded

My Project

I love how eager and curious my students are about the world around them. Their excitement to explore, ask questions, and get their hands dirty makes learning come alive.

The resources we've gathered will enhance their learning in meaningful ways:

Seeds: These will give students the opportunity to witness the magic of growth firsthand. As they plant and nurture seeds, they’ll not only learn about plant biology but also develop patience and responsibility.

Garden Tools: The garden tools will empower students to take an active role in maintaining the garden. Whether it's digging, planting, or watering, these tools allow them to engage in hands-on learning and build fine motor skills while fostering teamwork.

Weed Barrier: This will teach students about the importance of maintaining a healthy garden environment and how different materials can be used for sustainable gardening practices, helping to reduce weeds without harmful chemicals.

Garden Labels: These labels will allow students to track and identify the plants they’re growing, helping them improve their organizational and observational skills while enhancing their connection to the plants they care for.

Together, these resources will help my students learn important lessons about nature, responsibility, science, and teamwork in a fun and engaging way.

Ms. Elliott Manning Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Manning, SC View local requests

Nearly all 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

HBCU Alum 500 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
2.4oz-6ftx300ft Weed Barrier Landscape Fabric Heavy Duty, Weed Block Gardening Ground Cover Mat, Weed Control Garden Cloth, Woven Geotextile Fabric for Underlayment, Commercial Driveway Fabric • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Garden Rake 16 Tines Fiberglass Handle • Grainger $59.72 1 $59.72
Survival Vegetable Seeds Garden Kit Over 16,000 Seeds Non-GMO and Heirloom, Great for Emergency Bugout Survival Gear 35 Varieties Seeds for Planting Vegetables 35 Free Plant Markers Gardeners Basics • Amazon Business $28.95 1 $28.95
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 $17.99 1 $17.99
KINGLAKE GARDEN 200 Pcs Plant Labels,Garden Marker Vegetable Gardening Tags,T-Type Garden Seed Stake Tags for Outdoor Indoor Potted Plants with Permanent Marking Pen • Amazon Business $7.15 1 $7.15

Materials cost

$173.80

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $12.25

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$218.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.59

Total project goal

$257.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $257.25

3 Donors

-$133.04

Donations toward project cost

-$114.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.96

Matching donations from our partners

-$123.04

Match offers toward project cost

-$104.58

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.46

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.17

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 $0.00

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