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Mr. Carlos Vidal from New York, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Clean Eats, Afterschool Cooking Club!

Help me give my students an opportunity for a hands-on learning experience focused on essential culinary skills, nutrition and teamwork, by exploring different cuisines, improve their cooking techniques and to learn the value of healthy eating.

  • $754 goal

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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

The cooking supplies we’re requesting, such as pots, pans, and utensils, will provide students with hands-on learning experiences that extend beyond traditional classroom subjects. By engaging in cooking, students will develop essential life skills, including meal preparation, nutrition, and kitchen safety. This practical knowledge can foster independence and confidence, as many of our students lack opportunities to learn these skills at home. Additionally, cooking encourages teamwork and communication, as students collaborate to create meals together, enhancing their social skills and sense of community.

What are your goals for this project?

My primary goals for the cooking club are to:

1. Foster Practical Skills: Equip students with the ability to cook simple, nutritious meals, promoting self-sufficiency.

2. Enhance Academic Learning: Integrate math and science concepts into cooking, such as measurements, conversions, and understanding chemical reactions.

3. Encourage Healthy Choices: Teach students the importance of nutrition and how to make healthier food choices.

4. Build Community: Create a safe and supportive environment where students can connect, share, and learn from one another.

What makes your students special?

My students are incredibly resilient and resourceful. Many come from diverse backgrounds and face significant challenges in their daily lives. Despite these obstacles, they demonstrate a remarkable willingness to learn and try new things. They bring unique perspectives and cultural influences to the table, enriching our cooking club with a variety of culinary traditions. By providing them with this opportunity, we can empower them not only to learn essential life skills but also to express their creativity and celebrate their cultures through food.

Mr. Carlos Vidal Esperanza Preparatory Academy Grades 6-8

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.

More about Mr. Carlos Vidal

New York, NY View local requests

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

30 students impacted 12donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
EKCO Photopaint Aluminum Skillet Set, 3-Pack, Hippie Chick (88101) • Quill.com $24.99 4 $99.96
Better Chef? 5 Speed Red Turbo Mixer • Quill.com $22.59 4 $90.36
WEPSEN Mixing Bowls with Lid Set, 23PCS Kitchen Utensils Metal Bowl Stainless Steel Nesting Bowls, Measuring Cups and Spoons, Egg Whisk for Baking Prepping Cooking Serving Supplies • Amazon Business $32.78 2 $65.56
Digital Kitchen Scale, 3000g Pocket Cooking Scale with 0.1g Accuracy, Mini Food Scale, Pro Electronic Jewelry Scale with Back-Lit LCD Display, Tare & PCS Functions (Red, Batteries Included) • Amazon Business $11.98 5 $59.90
40 Pcs Kids Apron Chef Hat Set Boys Girls Aprons Chef Apron Hats Bulk for Cooking Painting Children's Bib Apron 7-13 Years • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Meat Thermometer Digital for Cooking and Grilling, Collapsible Probe, with Magnet, Calibration, Backlight Waterproof Food Thermometer, Instant Read Thermometer for Kitchen, Meat, Steak, Turkey • Amazon Business $9.96 4 $39.84
Dawn© 1-Gal. Pot and Pan Detergent • Nasco $25.50 1 $25.50
Scott Rags In a Box Cleaning Rags, White, 200 Rags/Box (72560) • Quill.com $22.59 1 $22.59
Breakroom Knife Set 5 in Blade Black • Grainger $19.58 1 $19.58
BILLIOTEAM 6 Pack 8 Inch Mini Wood Rolling Pin,Great for Children Kids Girls and Boys,Small Wooden Rollers for Art and Crafting,Baking,Cookie Dough,Cooking,Clay,Play Doh • Amazon Business $8.95 2 $17.90
katbite 200Pcs 9x13 inch Heavy Duty Parchment Paper Sheets, Precut Parchment Paper for Quarter Sheet Pans Liners, Baking Cookies, Bread, Meat, Pizza, Toaster Oven (9"x13") • Amazon Business $13.71 1 $13.71
Cutting Board Set 12x15 in Assorted PK6 • Grainger $13.10 1 $13.10
Colander 3 3/4 in H SS • Grainger $6.07 2 $12.14
Measuring Cups and Spoons Set Stainless Steel-Measuring Spoons Liquid Stackable Metric Measuring Scoop for Baking or Cooking,Kitchen Cake Decorating Supplies Measuring Cup Organizer • Amazon Business $11.88 1 $11.88
Kitchen Timer (Battery Included), Magnetic Digital Timers Loud Alarm Kitchen Timers for Cooking 2 Pack White, Upgrade Silent Classroom Timer for Kids, Back Stand for Visual Timer • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Mercer Culinary Y Swiss Peeler Set, Multicolored • Amazon Business $9.00 1 $9.00
NCAM 5 Pcs Silicone Whisk for Cooking - Mini Whisk Stainless Steel Dough Whisk, Non Stick Hand Tiny Balloon Wire Whisk, Milk egg Frother for Blending Whisking Beating Stirring Baking • Amazon Business $8.69 1 $8.69
Ocelo Handy Multi-Purpose Sponge, 4/Pack (7274-FD) • Quill.com $6.89 1 $6.89
School Specialty Great Lakes Select Plastic Measuring Cup, 16 Ounce, Transparent • School Specialty $1.57 4 $6.28

Materials cost

$580.86

Vendor shipping charges

 $20.58

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$640.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$112.97

Total project goal

$753.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $753.12

12 Donors

-$744.29

Donations toward project cost

-$640.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$104.14

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.83

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