You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts

In a rush to make a major tax-deductible gift before the year's end?
Purchase account credits now, and choose projects later!

In a rush to make a major tax-deductible gift before the year's end? Purchase account credits now, and choose projects later!

For direct assistance with credits or anything else, please call The DonorsChoose Scholar Society at (646) 556-9941.

Time is running out! Make your 2025 tax-deductible gift before midnight on December 31.

To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

Your school email address was successfully verified.

See this teacher's page

This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Ward from Houston, TX is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Ms. Ward is requesting

Active Bodies = Active Minds: Daily Sports for Student Success!

Help me give my students the opportunity to engage in sports activities to gain access to more physical education throughout the school year!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ward's classroom raised $639

This project is fully funded

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

Help me give my students the opportunity to engage in sports activities every day throughout the school year. With essential items like soccer balls, footballs, volleyballs, a portable volleyball net, and double Dutch ropes, I can transform their recess experience and encourage them to stay active. Currently, our resources are limited to just two soccer balls and one volleyball for over 200 students, which means many are left standing on the sidelines hoping for a chance to play. By providing more equipment, I aim to ensure that every student has the opportunity to participate in activities they love, fostering teamwork and physical fitness.

All students deserve access to fun and engaging activities that promote both physical and mental well-being.

Bubbles and chalk time will offer students a chance to unwind and express their creativity, while the Hikenture collapsible wagon will help transport equipment in and out easily during transition to help keep track of all items. My goal is to create a better sports experience for all students and encourage an active lifestyle, helping them find joy in movement.

My students are special because they love soccer and being active, yet they often feel limited by our current lack of resources. By supporting this project, you will help me bring joy to their lives and create a vibrant environment where they can thrive, learn, and build lasting memories through sports. Your contribution can make a significant difference in their physical education and overall well-being.

Ms. Ward Yes Preparatory West Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Houston, TX 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

HBCU Alum 300 students impacted 4donors

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Ms. Ward is requesting.

See our finances

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

You can start a project with the same resources being requested here!

Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hikenture Collapsible Wagon 330LBS Capacity, 200L Extra Large Wagons Carts Foldable, Heavy Duty Folding Wagon with All-Terrain Wheels, Utility Beach Wagon for Outdoor Garden • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
JOOLA HIT MIT Adjustable Height Portable Badminton Net Set - Competition Multi Sport Indoor or Outdoor Net for Playing Pickleball, Kids Volleyball, Soccer Tennis, Lawn Tennis - Easy and Fast Assembly • Amazon Business $59.95 1 $59.95
GoSports Soft Touch Recreational Volleyball - Regulation Size for Indoor or Outdoor Play - Includes Ball Pump - Choose Between Single or 6 Pack • Amazon Business $59.63 1 $59.63
Franklin Sports Official Size Football - All-Weather 1000 Regulation Outdoor Football - Synthetic Leather Adult Ball - Extra Grip Official Size - Brown + White • Amazon Business $10.79 5 $53.95
GoSports Premier Soccer Ball with Premium Pump - Available as Single Balls or 6 Packs - Choose Your Size • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
BROTOU Thickened Extra Large Sports Ball Bag Mesh Socce Ball Bag Heavy Duty Drawstring Bags Team Work for Holding Basketball, Volleyball, Baseball, Swimming Gear with Shoulder Strap • Amazon Business $14.39 2 $28.78
Sintege 14 Player Flag Football Belt Set, Adjustable Football Flag and Belts Gifts for Youth Adults Sports Training • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Sintege 14 Player Flag Football Belt Set, Adjustable Football Flag and Belts Gifts for Youth Adults Sports Training • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Motorenbau Electric Ball Pump,Smart Air Pump Portable Fast Ball Inflation Accurate Pressure Gauge and Digital LCD Display for Basketball Football Soccer Volleyball (2 Pin and 1 Spout) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
CLEAN PIONEER 60 Pack Agile Soccer Cones with Portable Bags & Brackets,Sports Cones,Cone Sport,Agile Soccer Cones Used for Football Training… • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Double Dutch Jump Rope 16 ft 2 Pack, Adjustable Long Skipping Rope with Wooden Handle, Multiplayer Team Jumping Rope for Kids Adults, Long Enough for 5-6 Jumpers • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Champion Sports 7' Assorted Color Speed Ropes - Set of 6 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $14.36 1 $14.36
Iridescent Bubble Solution Refill 32 OZ | Non-Toxic Pre-Mix Bubble Refill Solution No Mixing or Measuring Required | Bubbles for Kids | Bubbles Bulk | Bubble Machine Solution | Giant Bubble Solution • Amazon Business $13.97 1 $13.97
Winrayk 48Pcs Astronaut Mini Bubble Wand Bubbles Party Favors for Kids Bubbles Bulk Birthday Gift Valentine Christmas Wedding Goodie Bag Stuffer Classroom Prize Outdoor Toy Space Party Favors Supplies • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
yiwoo Scoreboard Score Keeper,Volleyball Basketball Tennis Table Tennis Scoreboards(4-Digital) • Amazon Business $9.00 1 $9.00
Cra-Z-Art Sidewalk Chalk, Assorted Colors, Set of 32 - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult - Durable • School Specialty $3.85 2 $7.70

Materials cost

$504.26

Vendor shipping charges

$0.77

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$542.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$95.75

Total project goal

$638.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$638.34

2 Donors

-$319.16

Donations toward project cost

-$271.29

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.87

match offer

-$319.18

Match offer toward project cost

-$271.30

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.88

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

View complete list Show less

Give the most requested basic supplies

See teacher requests

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"TX","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":3,"name":"Middle School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":true,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/active-bodies-active-minds-daily-spo/9373930/","mayHaveReplacements":true,"numStudents":300,"isEquityFocusV1":true,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Ward","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"-1201080027","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"shouldTrackEquityFocusV2":true,"schoolCity":"Houston","teachersOnPage":[9024583],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":true,"proposalId":9373930,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":1,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"schoolId":98739,"schoolName":"Yes Preparatory West","authorIds":{"9024583":{"owner":"Ms. Ward","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[9373930],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9024583_orig.png?crop=1242,1242,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683662702583","teacherHasProfilePhoto":true,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":21,"teacherChallengeId":22124788,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":{"completingDonationAmount":989,"proposalURL":"project/finish-strong-celebrating-growth-grit/9929661/","proposalTitle":"Finish Strong: Celebrating Growth, Grit, and Goals!","proposalId":9929661},"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":9024583,"schoolCounty":"Harris","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"TX","name":"Texas"}}