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Mr. Bader from San Francisco, CA is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bats & Dreams: Cricket Sets for Students

Help me give my students cricket equipment so they can learn to play sports with equipment that we can't afford to buy.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Bader's classroom raised $281

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are a dynamic and resilient group, many of whom are immigrants, refugees, or English language learners. They bring a wealth of cultural diversity, unique perspectives, and a deep determination to succeed despite the challenges they face. What makes them truly special is their ability to navigate new environments, learn new languages, and build connections with one another, creating a classroom that is both inclusive and vibrant.

The requested cricket sets will have a profound impact on their learning by providing a familiar and enjoyable activity that resonates with many of their cultural backgrounds.

Cricket is a sport that some of my students grew up playing or watching in their home countries, and introducing it into our PE curriculum offers them a sense of comfort and belonging. For those who are new to the sport, it presents an exciting opportunity to learn something new while building teamwork, communication skills, and confidence in a non-academic setting.

The goals of this project are to foster inclusivity, build community, and support the physical and emotional well-being of my students. By incorporating cricket into our PE program, we aim to create a space where students can connect with their cultural heritage, share their knowledge with peers, and feel valued and understood. This project supports immigrants, refugees, and English language learners by recognizing and honoring their backgrounds, providing a familiar activity that bridges the gap between their past experiences and their new life here.

Through this project, students will not only develop physical skills but also build friendships, practice language skills in a relaxed environment, and gain confidence that extends beyond the classroom. With your support, we can give these students a chance to thrive, both on the field and in their educational journey.

Mr. Bader Aptos Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

San Francisco, CA View local requests

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

950 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sportime UltraFoam Cricket Set • Amazon Business $94.04 2 $188.08

Materials cost

$188.08

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$17.21

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$238.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$42.02

Total project goal

$280.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$280.13

2 Donors

-$140.06

Donations toward project cost

-$119.05

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.01

match offer

-$140.07

Match offer toward project cost

-$119.06

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.01

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$0.00

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