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

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Micro-Garden Project for Urban High School Students

Help me give my students the tools they need to build innovative micro gardens in the classroom

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. O'Neill's classroom raised $719

This project is fully funded

My Project

We are launching an exciting micro-gardening project that promises to cultivate not just plants, but also crucial skills and opportunities for our urban high school students.

This micro-gardening initiative will transform our classroom into a dynamic living space.

Through this project, students will:

Cultivate Essential Life Skills: From planning and planting to nurturing and harvesting, students will gain practical skills in responsibility, teamwork, problem-solving, and patience.

Connect with the Natural World: In an increasingly digital world, this project offers a vital opportunity to connect with nature, fostering an appreciation for the environment and promoting a sense of stewardship.

Enhance Academic Learning: Micro-gardening provides a tangible link to various subjects, including biology, environmental science, and nutrition.

Promote Healthy Habits: By growing their own fruits, vegetables, and herbs, students will learn about healthy eating and the importance of fresh, locally sourced food. This can foster healthier choices and a greater understanding of nutrition.

Build Community and Ownership: Working together in the garden will strengthen bonds among students and create a sense of ownership and pride in their school environment.

Foster Innovation and Creativity: Micro-gardening encourages experimentation and creative problem-solving as students learn to adapt to different growing conditions and find innovative solutions for small spaces.

Your generous contribution will directly support the establishment and sustainability of these micro-gardens. Funds will be used to purchase:

Hydroponics system

seeds, and seedlings

Containers, tools, and watering systems

Educational resources and materials

By investing in this project, you are not just donating to a garden; you are investing in the future of our students. You are providing them with hands-on learning experiences, fostering vital life skills, and nurturing a deeper connection to the world around them. You are helping us sow the seeds of opportunity and cultivate a brighter future for our urban youth.

Mr. O'Neill Abraham Lincoln High School Grades 9-12

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.

Philadelphia, PA 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sjzx Hydroponics Growing System Kit with Grow Lights |25-Plant Hydroponic Tower | Home Indoor Gardening Herbs, Fruits and Vegetables | Indoor Hydroponics Tower System Kit • Amazon Business $215.99 1 $215.99
Paper Junkie 12 Pack Small Pocket Notepad, Kraft Paper Cover To Do List Notebook, Memo, Top Bound, 64 Lined Pages Each (2.7x4.5 In) • Amazon Business $8.72 13 $113.36
30-60 Packs 3.15 Inch Peat Pots for Seedlings, Biodegradable Seeds Starter Nursery Pots, Holes Round Seed Starter Pots for Plant Vegetables or Gardening Supplies with Bonus 10 Pcs Plant Labels. (Pulp) • Amazon Business $14.88 6 $89.28
Crayola© Colored Pencils - Classpack© of 240 • Nasco $38.36 1 $38.36
Seed Needs Tiny Tim Tomato Seeds for Planting - Non-GMO, Heirloom & Untreated - Organically Grow an Outdoor Vegetable Garden - Dwarf Plants Produce Cherry Tomatoes (2 Packs) • Amazon Business $6.99 5 $34.95
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
ORIMERC 2 inch Net Cups Pots 30 Pack with 30 feet Self Watering Wick & 30 Plant Labels for Hydroponics Aquaponics Planter Indoor Outdoor Growing Baskets Slotted Mesh UV Resistant & BPA Free • Amazon Business $7.53 2 $15.06
Aquaponics: Easy Guide to Build Your Own Aquaponic Garden: Aquaponics Book for Beginners • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Fiskars FiberComp Garden Trowel, Plastic, Black, Orange - Steel - Elementary-Middle School - Kids - Lightweight - Durable • School Specialty $2.54 3 $7.62

Materials cost

$551.56

Vendor shipping charges

 $20.71

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$610.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$107.74

Total project goal

$718.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $718.28

6 Donors

-$359.14

Donations toward project cost

-$305.27

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$53.87

match offer

-$359.14

Match offer toward project cost

-$305.27

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$53.87

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