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Mrs. Lee from Makawao, HI is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back to the Roots

Help me give my students gardening supplies to help them learn about plants and growing their own food!

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My students LOVE gardening! We would like to expand our gardening lessons to include micro-greens, hydroponic planters and mushrooms! We would also like to add a raised planter box with copper tape to plant more delicate plants that need to be above snails and slugs, such as strawberries or other soft fruits and vegetables.

I am in awe over them amazing lessons students have already learned this year in our classroom garden.

I want to strike while the iron is hot and continue feeding their curiosity about plants (and fungi)and the environment.

Thank you for considering this project and supporting gardening education and programs!

Mrs. Lee Makawao Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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Makawao, HI View local requests

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

18 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Boldly Growing Cedar Patio Planter with Shelf - BGSP76 • Amazon Business $119.99 1 $119.99
Back to the Roots Indoor Hydroponic Garden - 3 Gallon Self Watering, Mess-Free Planter for Herbs, Microgreens, Bamboo, Succulents, and Houseplants, Green • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
FDW Patio Garden Bench Park Porch Chair with Cast Iron Armrest Hardwood Furniture Animals Child's Bench • Amazon Business $59.51 1 $59.51
Back to the Roots Organic Mushroom Grow Kit 3-Pack: Oyster, Oyster & Pink-Harvest Gourmet Mushroom in Just 10 Days • Amazon Business $48.89 1 $48.89
Heyuzb 8 Pack Straight Sides Fridge Organizer, Stackable Fridge/Refrigerator Organizers and Storage, BPA Free Produce Fruit Snack Storage Containers • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Chia Pet Bob Ross • Blick Art Materials $24.23 1 $24.23
BOMEI PACK Copper Foil Tape 1 Pack 1inch x 66ft with Conductive Adhesive for Guitar and Crafts, Soldering, Stained Glass, Electrical Repairs, Grounding • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
10" x 10" Garden Growing Trays with Drain Holes - 5-pack Recyclable Plastic Plant Trays for Wheatgrass Sprouting Tray, Microgreens Growing Trays, Hydroponic Trays, Nursery Flats, & Greenhouse Supplies • Amazon Business $18.08 1 $18.08
The Garden Classroom: Hands-On Activities in Math, Science, Literacy, and Art • Amazon Business $17.29 1 $17.29
Back to the Roots STEM Certified Kids Terrarium Grow Kit - Easy-to-Use DIY Set for All Ages Small • Amazon Business $16.03 1 $16.03
Back to the Roots DIY Microgreen Grow Kit, 6-Grow Variety Pack • Amazon Business $13.70 1 $13.70
Back to the Roots Self Watering Grow Kit - Glass Hydroponic Planters for Succulents and Cacti - Hassle-Free Self-Watering System • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Back to the Roots Organic Microgreens Grow Kit with Ceramic Planter, Expandable Soil, Organic Seeds, and Germination Lid • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Viva Naturals Organic Chia Seeds 1 LBs - Plant-Based Omega-3 and Vegan Protein, Non-GMO Chia Seeds Organic Perfect for Smoothies, Salads and Chia Seed Pudding, Black Chia Seeds Bulk • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
The Vegetable Lover Coloring Book: A Collection of Favorite Varieties (Plant & Grow Coloring Books) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Sunflower Seeds for Planting - Grow Red Velvet Queen Sun Flowers in Your Garden - 25 Non GMO Heirloom Seeds - Full Planting Instructions for Easy to Grow - Great Gardening Gifts (2 Packets) • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
Hello, World! Garden Time: A Book of Plants and Gardening for Kids • Amazon Business $7.29 1 $7.29

Materials cost

$526.91

Vendor shipping charges

 $21.81

Sales tax

 $23.18

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$609.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$107.61

Total project goal

$717.41

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

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 $717.41

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