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Ms. Wendy from Tucson, AZ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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School Garden Expansion

Help me give my students the tools they need to grow healthy vegetable gardens.

  • $501 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! 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

We are excited to propose a transformative gardening project for Peter Howell Elementary School, located in Tucson, Arizona. We serve students from a Title 1 district, many of whom benefit from free or reduced lunch programs. Our initiative aims to create an educational garden that not only imparts valuable lessons in food sovereignty and basic plant care but also integrates seamlessly with the school's curriculum, particularly in the areas of math and science. By cultivating this garden, we envision providing an enriching and sustainable learning environment that empowers our students with essential life skills.

The garden will serve as an immersive classroom where students learn about the origins of their food and the importance of eating nutritious foods.

Through hands-on experiences, they will gain practical knowledge of basic plant care, from planting seeds to harvesting crops. This engagement with the natural world will instill a deeper appreciation for the environment and sustainable practices. Our garden program will seamlessly integrate with the school's curriculum, enhancing math and science education. Additionally, the garden will serve as a living laboratory for scientific exploration, allowing students to observe and understand plant life cycles, ecosystems, and the interconnectedness of nature.

To ensure the success of this gardening project, we are seeking funding to acquire essential resources, including gardening tools, seeds, soil, and educational materials. By supporting this gardening project, you are not only contributing to the creation of a vibrant and educational space but also investing in the future of our students. The skills and knowledge they acquire through the garden program will extend beyond the classroom, fostering a sense of environmental responsibility and sustainable practices. We appreciate your consideration and look forward to the opportunity to cultivate a thriving learning environment at Peter Howell Elementary School.

Ms. Wendy Peter Howell Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lowe's Gift Card $300 • Quill.com $301.99 1 $301.99
Hooyman 4-Tine Pitch Fork, 5-Tine Pitch Fork, and Ensilage Fork with Heavy Duty Construction, Ergonomic No-Slip H-Grip Handles, and Fiberglass Cores for Gardening, Yardwork, Farming, and Outdoors • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
4 Pieces Mini Trowel Set Colorful Metal Hand Shovel Garden Tools for Soil Planting Digging Transplanting • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$363.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $26.02

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$425.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.08

Total project goal

$500.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $500.53

3 Donors

-$482.88

Donations toward project cost

-$425.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$57.43

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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 $0.00

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