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Mr. Torres from Brooklyn, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Students Through Sustainable Composting: Building a Greener Future

Help me give my students a composting kit would allow my students to explore growing their own food, learn about sustainability, and create nutrient-rich soil. Your support would foster a love for nature and environmental responsibility!

  • $426 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

This project aims to provide students with a composting kit and worms, offering them the opportunity to learn about recycling organic waste and growing their own food. Through this hands-on experience, students will gain valuable knowledge about sustainability, environmental responsibility, and the process of creating nutrient-rich soil for gardening. The project will foster a deeper understanding of food systems, nature's cycles, and the importance of eco-friendly practices. Your generous support will make a significant impact in inspiring students to connect with nature and become more responsible stewards of the environment. Thank you for considering this opportunity to enrich their education!

Mr. Torres High School for Youth & Community Development Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters 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
Miracle-Gro Small Composter - Compact Dual Chamber Outdoor Garden Compost Bin Heavy Duty – UV Protected Turning Barrel Tumbling Composter (2 – 18.5gallon /70 Liter) • Amazon Business $109.90 1 $109.90
All Seasons Indoor Composter Starter Kit – 5 Gallon Tan Compost Bin For Kitchen Countertop With Lid, Spigot & 1 Gallon (2 lbs.) Bag Of Dry Bokashi Bran – by SCD Probiotics • Amazon Business $69.30 1 $69.30
Worm Nerd Composting Worms – Live Red Wriggler Compost Worms Mix – Sustainable Compost Worms Live for Organic Materials - Worm Composting Set for Better Soil Structure 250 Worms *CANNOT SHIP TO HAWAII • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Easy to Grow Houseplants (12 Pack) Live House Plants in Plant Containers, Growers Choice Plant Set in Planters with Potting Soil Mix, Home Décor Planting Kit or Outdoor Garden Gifts by Plants for Pets • Amazon Business $34.89 1 $34.89
Worm Farm Accessory Kit for Red Wiggler Composting Bins (Moisture Meter, Thermometer, pH Meter + More) - Accessories Are An Essential Part of Any Worm Farm Starter Kit - Perfect For Kids & Adults • Amazon Business $31.95 1 $31.95
dojobkinb White Pebbles for Indoor Plants 3.5 LB Small River Rocks 1"-1.5" Polished Decorative Stones Smooth Aquarium Gravel for Fish Tank Vases Planters Outdoor Landscaping Garden (56oz) • Amazon Business $9.98 2 $19.96
Black Pebbles for Indoor Plants 3.5 LB Small River Rocks 1"-1.5" Polished Decorative Stones Smooth Aquarium Gravel for Fish Tank Vases Planters Outdoor Landscaping Garden (56oz) • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
Pebbles for Indoor Plants 2.5 LB Small River Rocks 1"-1.5" Polished Decorative Stones Smooth Aquarium Gravel for Fish Tank Vases Planters Outdoor Landscaping Garden (40oz) • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98

Materials cost

$326.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$361.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$63.86

Total project goal

$425.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $425.71

6 Donors

-$384.58

Donations toward project cost

-$361.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.73

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$41.13

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