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Mr. Geddis from Trenton, NJ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Communication Is Key!

Help me give my students gaming headsets so they can effectively communicate with teammates and not miss audio cues in the game!

  • $971 goal

This project expired on June 3, 2025.

This project expired on June 3, 2025.

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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

Donating to help fund an esports team in a low-income area can have a wide-reaching impact on the students involved. Not only does it provide them with an opportunity to engage in a fun and competitive activity, but it also helps to bridge the digital divide and provide access to technology and resources that they may not have otherwise so improving their equipment like proper gaming keyboards will help them not only perform better but give them a chance to use such equipment.

Additionally, participating in esports can help to foster important skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.

Furthermore, esports programs can also serve as a means for encouraging students to pursue higher education and careers in fields related to technology and gaming, which can have a positive impact on their future economic prospects.

Esports also serve as a tool for building self-esteem, self-confidence, and a sense of belonging among students. By supporting esports programs in low-income areas through donations, you can help provide students with valuable experiences and opportunities that can have a positive impact on all aspects of their lives.

Mr. Geddis Trenton Ninth Grade Academy Grades 9-12

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Trenton, NJ 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

15 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
HyperX Cloud III Gaming - headset • Best Buy Education $78.30 10 $783.00

Materials cost

$783.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$824.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$145.54

Total project goal

$970.28

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