Help me give my students materials to sift vermicast and raise awareness of converting trash to treasure!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Hong's classroom raised $498
This project is fully funded
My Project
Teaching future generations the art of composting is not just beneficial but imperative. As we face pressing issues like climate change and resource depletion, instilling composting habits early on equips young individuals with the knowledge and skills to make a positive impact on the planet. When students understand and demonstrate how composting not only reduces waste sent to landfills but also enriches soil, mitigates greenhouse gas emissions, and conserves valuable resources, they are highly influential.
Vermicomposting emerges as a particularly remarkable method within the realm of composting, especially when it comes to managing food scraps.
By harnessing the power of earthworms, vermicomposting transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich worm castings, which serve as a potent natural fertilizer. This process not only diverts food waste from landfills but also produces a valuable resource that can enhance soil health and promote sustainable agriculture. Vermicomposting embodies a closed-loop system where waste is transformed into a valuable resource, embodying the principles of circular economy and environmental stewardship.
Harvesting worm castings efficiently can be a challenging task without the right equipment, potentially leading to frustration and discouragement among composters, particularly newcomers. Tools such as sifters and easier ways to manage the moisture level of the bins play a crucial role in streamlining the harvesting process, allowing individuals to separate worm castings from compost material with ease and precision. With the proper equipment, students will have an easier time demonstrating how to harvest worm castings, and how this practice is an example of environmental stewardship.
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
Worm Factory® 360 Black US Made Composting System for Recycling Food Waste at Home
• Amazon Business
$134.95
1
$134.95
SE 13 1/4 Inch Stackable Classifier Gold Prospecting Pan - 1/8 Inch Stainless Steel Mesh Sifting Pan, Green
• Amazon Business
$24.99
4
$99.96
dootiva Rotary Soil Sifter Compost Sieve Garden Potting Sifting Mesh Rock Sand Dirt Sieve, 13" Sifting Filter with 1/5 Inch Mesh Sifting
• Amazon Business
$69.99
1
$69.99
VIVOSUN 2.1 Gallon Pump Pressure Sprayer, 8L Pressurized Lawn & Garden Water Spray Bottle with 3 Water Nozzles, Adjustable Shoulder Strap, Pressure Relief Valve, for Plants and Cleaning
• Amazon Business
$43.59
1
$43.59
Trifabricy Garden Gloves for Women - Breathable leather Floral Gardening Gloves with Grip, Thorn-Proof Puncture-Resistant Work Gloves for Weeding, Digging, Planting, Raking and Pruning, Green Flower
• Amazon Business
$11.29
2
$22.58
Materials cost
$371.07
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$16.33
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.57
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$422.97
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$74.64
Total project goal
$497.61
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$497.61
2 Donors
-$226.49
Donations toward project cost
-$226.49
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$0.00
match offer
-$231.15
Match offer toward project cost
-$196.48
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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