Grateful Students Showcase New KitchenAid Mixer in Fundraising Efforts for Local Nonprofits

Our elementary school recently received a generous donation from the Parodi Charitable Trust. This gift funded the purchase of a new KitchenAid mixer, which will play a key role in our sugar cookie fundraisers. These fundraisers support various local nonprofits, and the excitement among our students is clear. The second and third graders wanted to express their thanks and share a glimpse of how the mixer is already making a difference.

How the KitchenAid Mixer Enhances Fundraising

Before receiving the mixer, mixing dough for sugar cookies was a time-consuming task. Students and teachers had to rely on manual mixing or smaller appliances that limited batch sizes. The new KitchenAid mixer changes this by:

• Allowing larger batches of cookie dough to be prepared quickly

• Ensuring consistent mixing for better cookie quality

• Reducing the physical effort needed, so students can focus on other parts of the fundraiser

  
  

With this mixer, the baking process is smoother and more efficient. This means more cookies can be made in less time, increasing the potential funds raised for local nonprofits.

Students Share Their Thanks and Demonstrate the Mixer in Action

The second and third graders created a short video to show how the mixer is used during their cookie-making sessions. In the video, you can see the mixer blending ingredients smoothly while students prepare the dough. Their enthusiasm is clear as they explain the steps and share their excitement about helping the community.

This hands-on experience teaches students valuable lessons about teamwork, responsibility, and giving back. It also connects them directly to the impact their efforts have on local nonprofits.

The Impact on Local Nonprofits

The funds raised through these sugar cookie sales support a variety of local causes. By improving the baking process, the mixer helps increase the volume and quality of cookies sold, which directly benefits these organizations. An example of nonprofits supported include:

• California Academy of Science, in memory of Claude the Albino Alligator

  
  

The students understand that their work in the kitchen contributes to meaningful change in their community.

Looking Ahead: More Fundraisers and Community Support

Thanks to the Parodi Charitable Trust’s donation, the school plans to expand its fundraising efforts. The KitchenAid mixer will be used in upcoming events, allowing students to continue developing their skills and supporting local nonprofits. The school community is eager to see how this new tool will help them reach their goals.

The students’ gratitude and enthusiasm highlight the importance of community support in education. Donations like this one create opportunities for learning and giving that benefit everyone involved.