Help me give my students funding for planting projects that will enrich the educational experience of urban school-age students, and it will also promote environmental stewardship, foster community, and help develop a generation of responsible and engaged citizens.
$805 goal
This project expired on May 1, 2025.
This project expired on May 1, 2025.
Celebrating 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
Planting initiatives provide a hands-on way for students to learn about environmental science, sustainability, and ecology. Through engaging with plants, students can study topics like photosynthesis, biodiversity, and the importance of green spaces in cities. This fosters a deeper understanding of environmental issues and helps cultivate a sense of responsibility toward protecting the planet.
The benefits of planting extend beyond immediate gains.
Funding this project for hydroponic gardens, planters, raised garden beds, gardening tools and more can create sustainable green spaces that will continue to thrive for years and provide ongoing benefits to students, teachers, and the community. These projects may also inspire students to pursue careers in environmental science, horticulture, or urban planning, thus shaping the future leaders of tomorrow.
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
25 students impacted
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Ponix Mini Hydroponic Garden
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$161.10
1
$161.10
Hydroponics Growing System Indoor Garden - Herb Garden with Grow Light, 15 Pods Stainless Steel Indoor Garden Kit, Auto Timer, Gardening Gift for All Ages
• Amazon Business
$89.90
1
$89.90
EarthBox Garden Stand
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$85.50
1
$85.50
Highpro Vertical Garden Planter, 5 Tiers Vertical Raised Garden Bed Metal Elevated Herb Planter Box Vegetable Flower Planters for Patio Deck Outdoor Indoor
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
CJGQ 2 Pack Fabric Raised Garden Bed 6x3x1ft Garden Grow Bed Bags for Growing Herbs, Flowers and Vegetables 128 Gallon…
• Amazon Business
$38.98
1
$38.98
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
$29.75
1
$29.75
Bigjigs Toys Gardening Tote Bag with Tools
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
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
DOITOOL Watering Can Small Metal Watering Cans, 5PCS Gardening Water Pots Garden Watering Bucket Plant Watering Can Iron Mini Watering Can (Mixed Style)
• Amazon Business
$17.67
1
$17.67
Set of 43 Assorted Vegetable & Herb Seed Packets - Over 10,000 Seeds! - Includes Mylar Storage Bag - Deluxe Garden Heirloom Seeds - 100% Non-GMO
• Amazon Business
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