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Mrs. Austin from Cleveland, OH is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Basketball Dreams Do Come True!

Help me give my students the tools to have a successful basketball season with a first time and first year boys basketball coach!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Austin's classroom raised $1,353

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am in need of ways to succeed! I have opted to take on a challenge this year. The boys at my school were in jeopardy of not having a basketball season this year, therefore, after not much thinking I decided to be there for them and coach.

Now that I am officially a basketball coach I have assessed that we are not funded as well as I thought.

We do not have the basic needs of a basketball team. I have tried funding myself but it has become extremely difficult.

I have expectations from them, however, I must provide all of the tools (basketball attire including shoes) for us to succeed. I believe that we can get there with your help.

Project tagged as

Cleveland, OH
Grades 6-8
Mental Health
Team Sports
Charter School
Sports & Exercise Equipment
More than half of students from low‑income households

Mrs. Austin Cleveland College Preparatory School Grades 6-8

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

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Champion mens 9" Shorts, Mesh Shorts, 9", Mesh Basketball Shorts, Mesh Gym Shorts athletic warm up and track jackets, Black-407q88, Medium US • Amazon Business $15.00 10 $150.00

Jordan Max Aura White/Black-Black • Amazon Business $104.27 1 $104.27

PEAK High Top Mens Basketball Shoes Lou Williams Streetball Master Breathable Non Slip Outdoor Sneakers Cushioning Workout Shoes for Fitness • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99

Liberty Imports Reversible Men's Mesh Athletic Basketball Jersey Single for Team Scrimmage (Black/Yellow, Medium) • Amazon Business $13.95 5 $69.75

Liberty Imports Reversible Men's Mesh Athletic Basketball Jersey Single for Team Scrimmage (Black/Yellow, Large) • Amazon Business $13.95 5 $69.75

Liberty Imports Reversible Men's Mesh Athletic Basketball Jersey Single for Team Scrimmage (Black/Yellow, Small) • Amazon Business $13.95 5 $69.75

Iron on Vinyl Numbers and Letters, 26 Sheets Jersey Big Numbers, 8 Inch 0 to 9 Iron-on Number 2 Inch A to Z Iron on Alphabets Letter Patches Kit for Clothing Sports T-Shirts Baseball Team Name (White) • Amazon Business $13.99 4 $55.96

PEAK High Top Mens Basketball Shoes Lou Williams Streetball Master Breathable Non Slip Outdoor Sneakers Cushioning Workout Shoes for Fitness • Amazon Business $50.99 1 $50.99

NIGHTMATCH Premium LED Light Up Basketball - Perfect Glow in The Dark Basketball Size 7 with 2 LEDs, 8 Batteries & 1 Pump - Glow Basketball with Water Resistance - Birthday & Christmas Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99

GoSports Indoor / Outdoor Rubber Basketballs - Six Pack of Size 6 or Size 7 Balls with Pump & Carrying Bag - Choose Your Size • Amazon Business $47.06 1 $47.06

Sweat Headbands Set - Sweatbands for Working Out, Sports, Tennis - Athletic Terry Cloth Head Bands for Men & Women - Stretchy and Soft Cotton for Basketball, Football, Running, Gym & Exercise • Amazon Business $19.95 2 $39.90

Champion mens 9" Shorts, Mesh Shorts, 9", Mesh Basketball Shorts, Mesh Gym Shorts, Black-407q88, X-Small US • Amazon Business $15.00 2 $30.00

Minimal Su Men’s Basketball Uniform Team Shirt and Shorts Set Game Jersey Athletic Sportswear Sports Suit for Kids Yellow XS • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98

Nylon Mesh Scrimmage Team Practice Vests Pinnies Jerseys for Children Youth Sports Basketball, Soccer, Football, Volleyball (12 Jerseys) • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49

Champion mens 9" Shorts, Mesh Shorts, 9", Mesh Basketball Shorts, Mesh Gym athletic shorts, Black-407q88, Large US • Amazon Business $15.00 1 $15.00

Materials cost			$1,080.85
Vendor shipping charges			$22.99
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$16.21
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$1,150.05
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$202.95
Total project goal			$1,353.00
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$1,353.00
5 Donors			-$675.62
Donations toward project cost			-$575.78
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$99.84
Matching donations from our partners			-$675.61
Match offers toward project cost			-$574.27
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$101.34
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$1.77
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

Basketball Dreams Do Come True!

This project is fully funded

My Project

Project tagged as

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

Equity Focus

Boost your odds

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

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Give back to your community

Project Activity

Project Activity

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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