Help a Child Go to Farm School!

Verified Non-Profit

Verified Non-Profit

The Description

Boston is a city of neighborhoods. For many students, this means they have entirely segregated learning experiences for much of their academic lives. At Boston Collegiate Charter School, however, students come together from all 13 neighborhoods of Boston, ranging widely in race and economic status. Every year we send a select, diverse group of students to the Farm School to come together in relationship building, responsibility and leadership.

At $50 per child, you can help sponsor 30 inner-city children on a two-day enrichment program at a local farm. More specifically, the $50 per child will go into paying for lodging, food and transportation to and from Farm School. 

At the Farm School, students who have never spoken to one another before, soon become friends. Students who have never left their neighborhood in Boston, fondly experience farm life. Students who have never tried new things, suddenly take risks. This overnight trip does more than just teach students about hard work and sustainable living—it teaches them that despite differences, we all share common emotions, such as trepidation when milking a cow, exhaustion after a long day’s work, and joy when making new friends. At the Farm School students are transformed in invaluable ways, and your contribution will make this experience a reality for all students. Go to www.farmschool.org to learn more about the amazing opportunities that Farm School provides. 

 

Back Up Plan

If I do not meet my goal, the funds will be used to pay for as many Farmschool scholarships as possible. 

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Comments (3)

Terry Martinson May 18, 2015

This donation is made in great appreciation for all that Courtney does for the children at her school.

Buffy Lakes May 4, 2015

Sharon went to farm school in 5th grade and loved it!!

Stephanie Shipow April 28, 2015

E-I-E-I-Oh so fun! What a wonderful and important experience for all!

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About the Creator

This is my second year teaching 5th and 6th grade mathematics at Boston Collegiate Charter School.

Investments (10)

$25

Katherine A Martinson

9 years ago

$50

Caitlyn Lewis

9 years ago

$25

Allison Stansfield

9 years ago

$50

Terry Martinson

9 years ago

$50

Kelly M Broderick

9 years ago

$10

Kerin Gochis

9 years ago

$10

Paul Young

9 years ago

$50

Mary Ulrich

9 years ago

$20

Elizabeth Lakes

9 years ago

$25

Stephanie Shipow

9 years ago