Preserving Biodiversity: Creating a Sustainable Herbarium for Future Generations
Help me give my students tools to preserve herbarium specimens, such as a Herbarium Press Frame, papers, pens, pencils, glue, and lined paper, for classification purposes.
This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Project
Our project aims to establish a sustainable herbarium to preserve plant specimens for scientific research and education. Usually, we preserve a dried variety of leaves. By providing the necessary materials and equipment, we will empower students and researchers to contribute to biodiversity conservation efforts and advance botanical knowledge. It will make a significant impact on their student's life.
Materials Needed:
Wooden Herbarium Press Frame, Acid-free Paper, Pencils and Pens, Scotch Tape, and Glue
Preserving plant specimens in a herbarium is crucial for documenting Earth's biodiversity and understanding the impact of environmental changes on ecosystems. However, many educational institutions and research facilities struggle to maintain comprehensive herbarium collections without access to the necessary equipment and materials.
Our project seeks to address this issue by providing the essential tools needed to establish a sustainable herbarium. The wooden herbarium press frames will enable students and researchers to flatten and dry plant specimens appropriately, ensuring long-term preservation. The acid-free paper will also safeguard specimens from deterioration, while pencils and pens will facilitate accurately labeling each specimen's vital information.
Furthermore, scotch tape and glue will be instrumental in securely attaching delicate plant parts to the paper, preventing damage and preserving their integrity for future study. Equipping our institution with these materials will empower botanical enthusiasts of all ages to contribute to scientific research, conservation efforts, and environmental education initiatives.
With your support, we can create a thriving herbarium that is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and the broader community. Together, let's preserve Earth's botanical heritage and inspire the next generation of stewards for our planet's biodiversity.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
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Oxford Filler Paper, 8 x 10-1/2 Inch Wide Ruled Paper, 3 Hole Punch, Loose Leaf Notebook Paper for 3 Ring Binders, 500 sheets (62330), white
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$8.49
5
$42.45
Crayola Colored Pencils Bulk, Kids School Supplies For Teachers, 12 Packs with 12 Colors [Amazon Exclusive]
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$30.65
1
$30.65
Zebra Pen Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink, 24 Pack (Packaging may vary)
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$6.17
1
$6.17
Elmers Liquid School Glue, Slime Glue & Craft Glue | Washable, 4 Ounces Each, Great for Making Slime, 12 Count
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$6.00
1
$6.00
Materials cost
$328.25
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$27.08
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.92
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$390.25
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$68.87
Total project goal
$459.12
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$459.12
4 Donors
-$226.91
Donations toward project cost
-$197.37
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$29.54
match offer
-$226.92
Match offer toward project cost
-$192.88
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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