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Ms. Careri from Long Branch, NJ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Print to Plate: 3D Solutions for Food Deserts

Help me give my students the tools to turn their ideas into real-world solutions by providing a 3D printer and filament for this sustainability-focused design project.

  • $1,139 goal

This project expired on January 3, 2026.

This project expired on January 3, 2026.

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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

My 6th grade students are part of a new Sustainability & Innovation class where they learn to use STEM skills to solve real community problems. They are excited to design and build solutions that promote equity and environmental care.

My students will investigate the problem of food deserts, areas lacking access to fresh, healthy food.

They will work in teams to design mobile food hubs—small, transportable stands or carts that bring nutritious groceries to underserved neighborhoods.

Using the Bambu Lab P1S Combo 3D Printer and filament, students will:

Create 3D models of practical components such as produce baskets, modular shelving brackets, signage, and reusable packaging designed to be lightweight and durable.

Print multi-part assemblies using the printer’s multi-material capabilities, allowing them to experiment with color and function.

Test and refine prototypes by assembling printed parts with recycled materials like cardboard or wood, improving designs based on real-world constraints like weight, stability, and ease of transport.

Integrate simple solar-powered elements like holders for solar lights or fans, learning how clean energy can support food preservation.

Present their final designs with explanations of how their innovations address sustainability, food access, and community needs.

This hands-on process teaches critical 21st-century skills: digital design, engineering, sustainable thinking, and teamwork.

There is a connection to UN Sustainable Development Goals:

Our work supports UN SDGs including Zero Hunger, Sustainable Cities, Responsible Consumption, and Climate Action by applying technology to social and environmental challenges.

Why We Need Your Help:

Currently, we lack a 3D printer and filament needed to make these designs physical and functional. The Bambu Lab P1S Combo 3D Printer will empower my students to bring their ideas off the screen and into reality, sparking innovation and community impact.

Thank you for helping us equip tomorrow’s problem-solvers!

Ms. Careri Long Branch Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Long Branch, NJ View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

900 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bambu Lab - P1S Combo 3D Printer - Black • Best Buy Education $749.99 1 $749.99
dikale PLA Pro 3D Printer Filament 10 Packs, 1.75mm No Tangle, Each Spool Net Weight 1KG, in Total 10KG Bundles, Black+White+Grey+Clear+Blue+Green+Orange+Red+Yellow+Purple • Amazon Business $158.00 1 $158.00
Dikale PLA+ 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm No Tangle, Neatly Wound Filament Net Weight 250g Spool, PLA Pro Plus, Silk Gold • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Dikale PLA+ 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm No Tangle, Neatly Wound Filament Net Weight 250g Spool, PLA Pro Plus,Silk Silver • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

Materials cost

$923.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$967.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$170.79

Total project goal

$1,138.61

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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