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Ms. Richardson, Ed.S. from Richmond, VA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Planting With Love (Part #1)

Help me give my students materials like seeds, planting pots, potting soil, and diffusers to learn about the plant cycle!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Richardson, Ed.S.'s classroom raised $492

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I love Spring! Not as much as Fall/Autumn, but I do love it. At school, the Spring semester is when we do hands-on activities and more outdoorsy experiences.

We are on Spring Break at the moment but when we return, I will be continuing to teach my kids about the life cycle of plants, in real life.

I am also concerned about regulating and stimulating their moods through scents.

I am asking for materials to supply my class with flower seeds, potting soil, plant pots, watering cans, and plant coasters to grow their own flowers. I am also asking for oil/water diffusers and essential oils to make my classroom smell more delightful--believe me, it definitely makes a difference in everyone's moods!

Thanks.

Ms. Richardson, Ed.S. Barack Obama Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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
Indoor Watering Can with Long Spout - 35oz Black Watering Can for Indoor Plants - Cute Watering Can Indoor - Small Watering Can for Indoor Plants - Indoor Plant Watering Can - Houseplant Watering Can • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Essential Oil Diffuser, Aromatherapy Diffuser 300ml Metal Cool Mist Humidifier Diffuser for Essential Oils with 7 Colors Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser Waterless Auto-Off for Home (Black Tree) • Amazon Business $28.79 1 $28.79
FLOWER POT PLASTIC 4IN ROUND • Ward's Science $0.47 60 $28.20
XCXP Oil Diffuser Aromatherapy Humidifier: 300ml Ultrasonic Cool Mist Aroma Diffusers for Large Room - Metal Fragrance Air Humidifiers Water Vaporizer Timer for Bedroom Home Diffuser-Black Black • Amazon Business $27.66 1 $27.66
Desktop Plant Terrarium Propagation Station- 3 Pcs Tabletop Glass Planter Water Planting Glass Vase with Lid & Wooden Stand for Growing Hydroponic Plants Home Office Table Decoration • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
IKEA.. 403.941.18 Vattenkrasse Watering Can, Ivory, Gold • Amazon Business $19.83 1 $19.83
P&J Trading Fragrance Oil | Clean Home Set of 6 - Scented Oil for Soap Making, Diffusers, Candle Making, Lotions, Haircare, Slime, and Home Fragrance • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Entice Essential Oil Blend for Diffuser - Passionate Blend of Aromatherapy Oils for Couples with Lavender Palmarosa Clary Sage and Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil - Ignite The Romance Essential Oils Blend • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Clarify Headache Essential Oil Blend - Aromatherapy Blend Essential Oils for Diffusers for Home and Travel for Tension Headaches and Fogginess with Refreshing Peppermint Rosemary and Lavender Oils • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Focus Essential Oil Blend for Diffusers - Mint and Citrus Essential Oils Blend for Energy Focus and Attention Support - Essential Oil for Focus with Aromatherapy Oils for Diffusers and Humidifiers • Amazon Business $11.95 1 $11.95
Breathe Blend Essential Oil for Diffuser - Invigorating Breathe Essential Oil Blend with Eucalyptus Peppermint Tea Tree and Mint Essential Oils for Diffusers for Home and Shower Aromatherapy • Amazon Business $11.95 1 $11.95
Uplift Aromatherapy Essential Oil Blend - Happy Essential Oil Blend of Calming Essential Oils for Diffusers for Home and Travel with Citrus Essential Oils and Pure Aromatherapy Oils for Diffusers • Amazon Business $11.95 1 $11.95
Hahiyo Paperclips 4" (100mm) Extra Large Paper Clips Sturdy Bright Assorted Colors Vinyl Coated Prevent Scratching Tearing The Pages for Bookmark Organize Home Office School 25 Pack • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59
HAHIYO Paperclips 4" (100mm) Extra Large Paper Clips Sturdy Bright Assorted Colors Vinyl Coated Prevent Scratching Tearing The Pages for Bookmark Organize Home Office School 25 Pack • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59
Jumbo Paper Clips, 40 Pcs 4 Inches Large Paper Clip Holder - Vinyl Coated Multicolored Extra Large mega Paperclips for Office School Document organizing • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Pure Eucalyptus Essential Oil for Diffuser - Natural Eucalyptus Aromatherapy Diffuser Oil for Scalp Hair Skin and Nails - Undiluted Eucalyptus Essential Oils for Diffusers for Home and Self Care • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Citrus Essential Oils Blend for Diffuser - Invigorating Citrus Oil Diffuser Essential Oils with Energizing Lemon Orange and Lime Essential Oil - Pure Aromatherapy Oils for Diffuser Citrus Blend Oil • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Sleep Essential Oil Blend for Diffuser - Dream Essential Oils for Diffusers Aromatherapy and Wellness with Ylang-Ylang Clary Sage Roman Chamomile and Lavender Essential Oils for Sleep Time Support • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Defend Cleaning Essential Oil Blend - Pure Undiluted Natural Purification Essential Oils for Diffusers for Home Cleansing - Aromatherapy Essential Oil for Soap Making and Natural Household Cleaning • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Pure Lavender Oil Essential Oil - Premium Lavender Essential Oil for Hair Skin and Nails - Lavender Aromatherapy Oil for Diffusers Humidifiers and Linens Plus Natural Bath Oil for Home Spa Self Care • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Soil, Potting, 17-L (16-qt) Bag • Carolina Biological Supply Company $9.40 1 $9.40
HAHIYO Paper Clips Sturdy 4 inches Length 14 Pack Paperclips Heavy Duty Tight Grip Rust Proof Reusable Metal Bright Silver for Home Office School • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
100Pcs Plastic Transfer Pipettes by KoberrLi, 3ml Disposable Calibrated Droppers for Essential Oils, Science Laboratory,DIY Projects • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
SEED MIMOSA PUDICA VIABLE PACKET • Ward's Science $5.31 1 $5.31
Garden Safe Brand TakeRoot Rooting Hormone 2 Ounces, Helps Grow New Plants From Cuttings • Amazon Business $4.94 1 $4.94
SEED RAINBOW MIX COLEUS PKG .5 G • Ward's Science $2.76 1 $2.76
SEED ZINNIA POMPON FINEST VIAB • Ward's Science $2.76 1 $2.76
Seed, Rye Grass, Pack • Carolina Biological Supply Company $1.81 1 $1.81

Materials cost

$366.04

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.19

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$417.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.72

Total project goal

$491.44

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $491.44

3 Donors

-$241.30

Donations toward project cost

-$212.60

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.70

match offer

-$241.32

Match offer toward project cost

-$205.12

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.20

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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