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Mr. R. from Yuma, AZ is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Helping the Buzz and Birds with Community

Help me give my students a way to help these birds and bees.

  • 1 donor
  • $499 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

Our school is committed to fostering a learning environment that extends beyond the classroom walls. One way to enhance our outdoor space while benefiting both students and the community is by installing hummingbird feeders, bird feeders, and planting flowers that attract and support bees. These additions will provide educational opportunities, promote environmental stewardship, and strengthen our connection to the local ecosystem.

Building Community Connections

Students will support local wildlife by providing food sources for birds. Pollinators contribute to the local ecosystem and demonstrate our school’s commitment to environmental stewardship. Encouraging community engagement through collaboration with parents, local gardening clubs, and nature organizations will help maintain the feeding stations and flower beds. Enhancing school grounds by maintaining a vibrant outdoor space will add beauty to the school, making it more inviting for students, staff, and visitors. Additionally, providing service opportunities allows students to engage in community service by sharing what they learn with younger students, organizing educational events, or working on sustainability projects with local groups.

Implementing hummingbird feeders, bird feeders, and pollinator-friendly flowers will enrich student learning while demonstrating our school’s dedication to conservation and community engagement. By making this investment, we foster curiosity, responsibility, and a greater appreciation for the natural world.

Mr. R. Centennial Middle School 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.

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Yuma, AZ View local requests

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

237 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HouseSapp Solar Hummingbird Feeder - 49 fl.oz Hand Blown Glass Color Changing - 7 Feeding Ports with Perch - Never Leak - Perfect Hummingbird Feeder for Outdoors Hanging (Red) • Amazon Business $41.99 2 $83.98
Ottsuls Shepherds Hooks with 5 Prongs Base for Outdoor - 92" Adjustable Bird Feeder Pole for Outside Hanging, Garden, Hummingbird Feeder, Plant Baskets, Solar Light Lanterns, Wedding Decor (1 Pack) • Amazon Business $20.88 3 $62.64
Wind Chimes Solar Hummingbird Feeders for Outdoors(6 Feeding Stations),Solar Lights Outdoor Waterproof, Glass Hummingbird Feeder with Shepherd Hook,Garden Decor for Outside(Frosted Clear) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
American Meadows Wildflower Seed Packets Feed The Bees'' Party Favors (Pack of 20) - Pollinator Wildflower Seed Mix to Attract Hummingbirds, Bees, and Butterflies, Party Favor for Any Occasion • Amazon Business $19.95 2 $39.90
Squirrel-Proof Solar Bird Feeder for Outdoor Hanging, Metal Bird Seed Feeder 3LB Large Capacity, Weight-Activated Perches, 4 Feeding Ports - Ideal Outside Birdfeeder for Small Medium Wild Birds • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Songbird Essentials- Clear Hummingbird Nectar 24 Ounce Can, Dry Concentrate Nectar Mix for Hummingbirds. • Amazon Business $13.95 2 $27.90
Pennington Electronectar Hummingbird Food Ready to Use Clear 64 ounces (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $11.02 2 $22.04
Wagner's 53003 Farmer's Delight Wild Bird Food with Cherry Flavor, 20-Pound Bag • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
Pennington Classic Wild Bird Feed -20lbs • Amazon Business $14.47 1 $14.47
UCGG Solar Wall Light Outdoor, 650Lm IP65 Waterproof Type 2 Optical Lens 64 LED Dual Color Temperature 3-Mode Lighting Wall Light with Remote Control, PIR Motion Sensor and USB Charging • Amazon Business $11.77 1 $11.77

Materials cost

$362.66

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $25.93

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$424.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.83

Total project goal

$498.86

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $498.86

1 Donor

-$498.86

Donations toward project cost

-$424.03

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.83

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