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Ms. Stoffers from Long Is. City, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing Minds in STEM!

Help me give my students the chance to grow and bloom inside the classroom garden!

  • 2 donors
  • $465 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

Imagine a classroom where young minds are not just learning about the world, but actively exploring it — where science, nature, and creativity come together in a hands-on experience. This project aims to introduce kindergarten through second-grade students to the fascinating world of hydroponics — a soilless, sustainable way of growing plants that will ignite their curiosity and teach them valuable lessons about science, responsibility, and the environment.

Our goal is to create a fully functional hydroponic garden in our classroom, allowing students to grow vegetables and plants while developing important STEM skills.

Through this innovative system, they will engage in observing plant growth, experimenting with water and nutrients, and understanding the importance of sustainability in food production. These young learners will be able to witness the life cycle of plants firsthand, from seedling to harvest, all within a space where they can actively engage in the process. The hands-on nature of this project will engage our young students in ways that traditional teaching methods can't. They'll grow their own vegetables, herbs and flowers, fostering not just knowledge but also a sense of pride and accomplishment. Your donation will help us purchase the materials needed to set up this hydroponic system, including grow towers, pumps, lights, and nutrient solutions. With your support, we can cultivate a love for learning and the environment that will last a lifetime.

Let’s work together to grow future scientists, environmentalists, and innovators — one plant at a time!

Ms. Stoffers PS 199 Maurice Fitzgerald Grades PreK-2

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 Ms. Stoffers

Long Is. City, NY 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

27 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Click & Grow Indoor Herb Garden Kit with Grow Light | Easier Than Hydroponics Growing System | Smart Garden for Home Kitchen Windowsill | Vegetable & Herb Garden Starter Kit with 9 Plant pods, White • Amazon Business $249.95 1 $249.95
Click and Grow Italian Herb Plant Pod Mix (3 Thyme, 3 Dwarf Basil, 3 Marjoram), 9-Pack • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Dan&Darci Light-Up Terrarium Kit for Kids - STEM Science Kits - Gifts for Kid - Educational DIY Toys for Boys & Girls - Crafts Projects Ideas for Ages 6 7 8-12 Year Old Age • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Click and Grow Smart Garden Cilantro/Coriander Plant Pods, 3-Pack • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Click and Grow Smart Garden Chives Plant Pods, 3-Pack • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Click and Grow Smart Garden Black Pansy Plant Pods, 3-Pack • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Click and Grow Lavender Refill for Smart Garden • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Click and Grow Smart Garden Sweet Alyssum Plant Pods, 3-Pack • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$359.84

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$395.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.75

Total project goal

$464.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $464.99

1 Donor

-$309.99

Donations toward project cost

-$263.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.50

match offer

-$155.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$131.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.25

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