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Mr. Dunbar from Inglewood, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Seeds of Compassion: Kinder-Garden Project for Self-Care and Growth

Help me give my students the chance to cultivate both plants and compassion by establishing our "kinder-garden"—an outdoor educational space for our little gardeners to grow their ability to care for our environment, themselves, and each other.

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My Project

After an inspiring field trip to a local farm, the students returned with a shared dream: to build their very own garden on campus.

In this space, students will learn to see the world through others' eyes by working together to grow plants, collaborating, sharing responsibilities, and witnessing the results of their collective efforts.

Gardening will teach them patience and care, highlighting how nurturing something outside of themselves requires understanding and respect. By reflecting on their experiences in the garden and discussing how their actions affect plants and each other, students will develop empathy and a deeper appreciation for feelings and needs of others and the interconnectedness of their actions with the world around them.

Students will learn the value of helping others by nurturing plants and growing food that can be shared with those in need. They'll develop empathy as they care for the garden, understanding that while their efforts take time, their impact produces a tangible reward. Through guided discussions, students will connect the growth of plants with the idea of helping people grow and thrive. Donating produce to local shelters or food banks will teach students the joy of giving and that small actions, when combined with care and collaboration, can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who are less fortunate.

The success of students’ understanding of compassion will be measured through pre- and post-program surveys, behavioral observations, and student reflections. Surveys can assess changes in students’ understanding and practice of these qualities. Observing student interactions during gardening helps identify increases in empathy and cooperative behavior. Reflections and journals provide insight into students’ personal growth. Additionally, measuring the impact of the gardening project on the community, such as produce donations, can link tangible outcomes to the development of these key emotional skills.

Mr. Dunbar Century Park Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Inglewood, CA 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

63 students impacted 13donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Miracle-Gro Potting Mix, Potting Soil for Indoor and Outdoor Container Plants, Enriched with Plant Food, 2 cu. ft. (2-Pack) • Amazon Business $31.15 10 $311.50
CJGQ 2 Pack Fabric Raised Garden Bed 6x3x1ft Garden Grow Bed Bags for Growing Herbs, Flowers and Vegetables 128 Gallon… • Amazon Business $38.98 3 $116.94
Garden Hose 5/8 ID x 100 ft Black • Grainger $83.45 1 $83.45
Garden Hose Reel Wall Mount 12 in Resin • Grainger $54.52 1 $54.52
DOITOOL Kids Watering Can Small Metal Watering Cans, 5PCS Gardening Water Pots Garden Watering Bucket Plant Watering Can Iron Mini Watering Can for Kids (Beige) • Amazon Business $21.59 2 $43.18
18 Pcs Kids Gardening Tools Set, Metal Kids Yard Tools with Sturdy Wooden Handle Safe Children Beach Sandbox Toy Sand Play Tools for Flower Soil Planting Loosening Digging, Trowel, Rake, Shovel • Amazon Business $20.99 2 $41.98
5ft 6-Pack Tomato Cage Garden Plant Sticks/Stakes Support for Climbing Plants, Vegetables, Fruit, Flowers,Red • Amazon Business $37.89 1 $37.89
Gardeners Basics, Survival Vegetable Seeds Garden Kit Over 16,000 Seeds Non-GMO and Heirloom, Great for Emergency Bugout Survival Gear 35 Varieties Seeds for Planting Vegetables 35 Plant Markers • Amazon Business $29.75 1 $29.75
Gardzen 6-Pack Garden Kneeling Cushions - For Gardening, Baby Bath, Yoga, Pilates, Exercise, 16"x8"x1", Blue • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
TOCCYARD 8 Pack Plant Support Tomato Cages for Garden, 18 Inches Small Tomato Cages and Supports with Adjustable Rings for Garden Pots, Plant Stakes Tomato Trellis Rings for Climbing Plants • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Bea's Bees • Amazon Business $11.84 1 $11.84
Mammoth Sunflower Seeds for Planting - Grow Giant Sun Flowers in Your Garden - 50 Non GMO Heirloom Seeds - Full Planting Instructions for Easy Grow - Great Gardening Gifts (3 Packets) • Amazon Business $10.98 1 $10.98
Survival Garden Seeds Pollinator Flower Collection - 3 Flower Seed Packs for Attracting Butterflies, Bees and Hummingbirds - Nectar & Pollen Rich Perennial & Annual Wildflowers - Non-GMO Heirloom • Amazon Business $8.89 1 $8.89
Green Green: A Community Gardening Story • Amazon Business $7.66 1 $7.66

Materials cost

$799.56

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $73.16

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$914.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$161.42

Total project goal

$1,076.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,076.13

12 Donors

-$533.66

Donations toward project cost

-$461.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.55

match offer

-$533.65

Match offer toward project cost

-$453.60

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$80.05

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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