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Ms. Cruz from Bronx, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Spreading Kindness With Smoothies and Baked Goods!

Help me give my students blenders, ice cream makers, a mini freezer, and other cooking supplies to make nutritious smoothies and cookies filled with healthy ingredients for our school community.

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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

We are seeking your help to acquire blenders, air fryers, a slushie machine, mini ovens, and ice cream makers that will enhance our students' understanding of nutrition, creativity, and teamwork.

This project is aimed at promoting healthy eating habits and spreading random acts of kindness throughout the school.

Our school community will see how food is grown with our recently purchased hydroponics tower garden and then transferred onto their plate where they get to eat and drink their creations. They can make different types of smoothies with the blenders after they plant and harvest leafy greens. The ice cream makers will be used to teach our students why you can eat ice cream in moderation daily, because it is a great source of vitamins. Students will also have the opportunity to watch how a liquid changes into a solid. We will keep the ice cream cold in the freezer. Students will be making smoothies and ice cream for our school community.

Through baking, our students not only learn valuable culinary skills but also practice math (measuring ingredients), science (understanding how ingredients interact), literacy (reading recipes), and teamwork. It’s a hands-on way for them to build confidence, improve fine motor skills, and develop communication skills. Activities about compassion can help cultivate an emotionally safe environment and ease the way students are feeling. It also teaches valuable lessons about empathy, generosity, and helping others.

“How do we change the world? One random act of kindness at a time”-Morgan Freeman.

Ms. Cruz Fairmont Neighborhood School Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Bronx, NY 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

32 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Vitamix Ascent X4 Blender, Professional-Grade, 5 Preset Blending Programs, 48-ounce Container, Self-Cleaning, Brushed Stainless • Amazon Business $699.95 1 $699.95
Ninja NC301 CREAMi Ice Cream Maker, for Gelato, Mix-ins, Milkshakes, Sorbet, Smoothie Bowls & More, 7 One-Touch Programs, with (2) Pint Containers & Lids, Compact Size, Perfect for Kids, Silver • Amazon Business $199.99 2 $399.98
Ninja - SLUSHi 5-in-1 Professional Frozen Drink Maker 88 oz. Frozen Drink Slushie Machine 5 Preset Programs - Artic Blue Gray • Best Buy Education $349.99 1 $349.99
Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender, Professional-Grade, 48 Oz. Container, Black • Amazon Business $341.99 1 $341.99
Ninja Detect Power Blender Pro + Personal Single-Serve, BlendSense Technology, For-Smoothies, Food and More, Compact Kitchen Countertop, 1800 P-Watts, 72 oz. Pitcher, (2) 24 oz. Cups, Black, TB301 • Amazon Business $159.99 2 $319.98
Breville Mini Smart Oven BOV450XL, Brushed Stainless Steel • Amazon Business $159.95 1 $159.95
Ninja Blast Max, Portable Blender + Twist & Go, Personal Blender, Ninja Blender, Smoothie, Blend, Ice Crush, 3 Programs, Cordless, 22 oz removable Vessel, Dishwasher Safe, Leakproof, Pink, BC251PK • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Nutrichef 5.8 Quart Air Fryer 8-1 Preset Cook Modes Transparent Fry Bowl for Best Cooking Results Cook Shrimp, Steak, Fries, Wings, Chicken & More Precise Temperature Control & Time Black • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Ninja BC155PS Blast Two-Pack Portable Blender, Cordless, 18oz. Vessel, Personal Blender-for Shakes & Smoothies, BPA Free, Leakproof-Lid & Sip Spout, Rechargeable, Dishwasher Safe Parts, Peach & Stone • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Hamilton Beach Juicer Machine, Big Mouth Large 3” Feed Chute for Whole Fruits and Vegetables, Easy to Clean, Centrifugal Extractor, BPA Free, 800W Motor, Black • Amazon Business $65.27 1 $65.27
Ninja Blast Portable Blender, Cordless, 18oz. Vessel, Personal Blender For-Shakes and Smoothies, BPA Free, Leakproof-Lid and Sip Spout, USB-C Rechargeable, Dishwasher Safe, Metallic Black, BC151MB • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Ninja Blast Portable Blender, Cordless, 18oz. Vessel, Personal Blender for Shakes & Smoothies, BPA Free, Leakproof Lid & Sip Spout, USB-C Rechargeable, Dishwasher Safe Parts, Red Clay, BC151RY • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Ninja BC151CR Blast Portable Blender, Cordless, 18oz. Vessel, Personal Blender-for Shakes & Smoothies, BPA Free, Leakproof-Lid & Sip Spout, USB-C Rechargeable, Dishwasher Safe Parts, Cranberry Red • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Culinary Chef 4.5-Quart Electric Air Fryer with Glass Basket, Adjustable Temperature, Touch Panel Control, One-Touch Cook Functions, and 360° Rapid Cooking, 1350 Watt Power • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
CloroxPro Clorox EcoClean Disinfecting Wipes, Multipurpose 100% Plant Based Cleaning Cloths, Antibacterial Disinfectant, Safe for Multi Surface Use, 75 Count (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $48.36 1 $48.36
Seventh Generation Multi Surface Wipes All Purpose Cleaning Lemon Zest scent with 100% Essential Oils and Botanical Ingredients 70 count, Pack of 6 • Amazon Business $35.82 1 $35.82
Reynolds Wrap Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil, 12 Inch Width, 130 Square Feet • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Nefish Mini Fridge Stand Universal Raised Base Adjustable Refrigerator Stands with 4 Strong Feet Washing Machine Pedestal Multi-Functional Bases for Dryer (Black) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Creami Pints and Lids for Ninja - 4 pack Creamy Icecream Containers Cups Jars Tubs Canisters Set, Smoothie Pot Compatible with NC299AMZ & NC300s Series Creamer Ice Cream Maker Machine Accessories • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Seventh Generation Baby Wipes, Sensitive Protection with Flip Top Dispenser, White, unscented, 72 Count (Pack of 7) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
TILUCK measuring cups and magnetic measuring spoons set, stainless steel measuring cups, 6 double-sided stainless steel measuring spoons & 1 leveler (5+7) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
[ 8 Pack ] Glass Juicing Bottles with 2 Straws & 2 Lids w Hole- 16 OZ Travel Drinking Jars, Water Cups with Black Airtight Lids, Reusable Tall Mason Jar for Juice, Bubble Tea, Smoothie, Tea, Kombucha • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Ninja CREAMi Cookbook for Beginners (Ninja Cookbooks) • Amazon Business $9.88 2 $19.76
Ninja NeverClog Cold Press Juicer Cookbook: The Ultimate Guide to Cold Press Juicing: From Basic Blends to Advanced Elixirs • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Stainless Steel Funnel, Walfos 3 Different Sizes of Kitchen funnels with 2 Removable Strainer ＆ 1Pcs Cleaning Brush, for Transferring of Liquid, Oils, Jam, Powder • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
FoodVille MF09 3 in 1 Rechargeable Milk Frother Handheld Foam Maker with Charging Stand & 3 Stainless Steel Whisks (White without Case) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Air Fryer Paper Liners, 125Pcs Parchment Paper, Air Fryer Liner Disposable for Microwave, Non-Stick Air Fryer Liners Square Free of Bleach (8IN) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Air Fryer Paper Liners, 125Pcs Parchment Paper, Air Fryer Liner Disposable for Microwave, Non-Stick Air Fryer Liners Square Free of Bleach (8IN) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
TAO CICADA Ice Cube Tray, 3 Pack Silicone Ice Cube Molds, Easier to Release, BPA Free for Alcohol/Coffee/Beverages (Pink, Light blue, Purple) • Amazon Business $11.09 1 $11.09
Ninja Swirl Cookbook for Beginners: Master the Art of Frozen Delights with Simple & Delicious Ninja Swirl Recipes | Create Flavorful Soft Serve, Ice Cream, Sorbet, Milkshakes, and Gelato Anytime • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Ice Cube Trays for Freezer with Lid-37 Grid Silicone for Small Ice Cube Molds,Easy-Release Reusable in Organizer Bins or Ice Bucket for Cocktail bar or Iced Coffee Cup • Amazon Business $4.88 1 $4.88
Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet • Amazon Business $3.89 1 $3.89

Materials cost

$3,182.71

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$47.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$3,260.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$575.37

Total project goal

$3,835.82

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $3,835.82

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 $3,835.82

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