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Mr. Roma from Harrisburg, PA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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EnviroCare: NJHS Takes Action for Cleaner Parks

Help me give my students the tools needs to keep our community clean and beautiful while raising environmental awareness!

  • $316 goal

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Mr. Roma has another project! Donate to Flexible Minds Need Flexible Spaces! to help his classroom.

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You can complete this project for $105.
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My Project

Equipping our National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) with essentials like trash grabbers, gloves, trash bags, and hand sanitizer is essential for ensuring the success of our park cleanup initiative. These tools not only facilitate the physical aspect of cleaning but also contribute to our own safety and hygiene while serving. Trash grabbers enable efficient collection of litter without direct contact, reducing the risk of injuries or exposure to hazardous materials. Gloves provide protection against sharp objects or potentially contaminated waste, ensuring the well-being of your team members. Meanwhile, trash bags are indispensable for proper waste disposal, allowing for organized collection and transportation of debris from the parks. Additionally, hand sanitizer plays a crucial role in maintaining hygiene standards, especially in outdoor environments where access to handwashing facilities may be limited, safeguarding against the spread of germs and promoting health among participants.

By providing these essential items, our NJHS team not only enhances the effectiveness and safety of the cleanup efforts but also reinforces the broader goals of our initiative.

Keeping local parks clean through organized cleanup activities raises environmental awareness by showcasing the importance of preserving natural spaces and reducing human impact on the environment. Through hands-on participation in the cleanup process, our students develop a deeper connection to their community and a sense of responsibility for environmental stewardship. Furthermore, the visible impact of a cleaner park serves as a tangible reminder of the positive outcomes achievable through collective action, inspiring others to adopt similar practices and fostering a culture of environmental consciousness within the community. With the right tools and a shared commitment to sustainability, our NJHS team can make a significant difference in promoting clean, healthy, and vibrant parks for everyone to enjoy.

Mr. Roma Central Dauphin East Middle School Grades 6-8

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Harrisburg, PA 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

45 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
2-Pack Reacher Grabber Pickup Tool, 32" Long Grabber Tool, Trash Picker Grabber for Elderly Grab It Reaching Tool, Garbage Picker Upper Grabber, Litter Pick Up Grab Tool, Claw Grabber Stick (Black) • Amazon Business $16.99 3 $50.97
2-Pack Reacher Grabber Pickup Tool, 32" Long Grabber Tool, Trash Picker Grabber for Elderly Grab It Reaching Tool, Garbage Picker Upper Grabber, Litter Pick Up Grab Tool, Claw Grabber Stick (Yellow) • Amazon Business $16.99 3 $50.97
2-Pack Grabber Tool, 32" Long Reacher Grabber Pickup Tool, Trash Picker Grabber for Elderly Grab It Reaching Tool, Garbage Picker Upper Grabber, Litter Pick Up Grab Tool, Claw Grabber Stick (Blue) • Amazon Business $16.99 3 $50.97
WORKPRO 6 Pairs Garden Gloves, Work Glove with Eco Latex Palm Coated, Working Gloves for Weeding, Digging, Raking and Pruning(L) • Amazon Business $13.98 3 $41.94
Amazon Basic Care - Aloe Vera Hand Sanitizer 62%, 12 Fluid Ounce (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $14.18 1 $14.18
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack, Bleach Free Cleaning Wipes - 105 Wipes (30112) • Quill.com $11.59 1 $11.59
Perk 13 Gallon Kitchen Trash Bag 28 x 24 Low Density 0.9 mil White 80 Bags/Box (PK56749) • Staples $8.74 1 $8.74
Fox 40 Pearl Whistle, Black - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult - Durability • School Specialty $4.79 1 $4.79

Materials cost

$234.15

Vendor shipping charges

 $0.48

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$268.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$47.32

Total project goal

$315.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $315.46

2 Donors

-$156.84

Donations toward project cost

-$134.81

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.03

match offer

-$156.86

Match offer toward project cost

-$133.33

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.53

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.76

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