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Coach Rhyne from Independence, MO is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Esports: Leveraging Streaming for Success

Help me give my students visibility by supporting a streaming computer to maximize their eSports exposure to the local area and school students. Right now we are streaming using a Lenova think pad.

  • $2,929 goal

This project expired on July 10, 2024.

This project expired on July 10, 2024.

My Project

In the realm of esports, the integration of streaming capabilities into PC setups has emerged as a game-changer for programs seeking to elevate their performance and engagement. A computer with streaming functionalities offers numerous advantages to esports programs, ranging from enhanced visibility to talent development and revenue generation.

Streaming amplifies the visibility of esports programs by providing a platform to broadcast matches, tournaments, and practice sessions to a global audience.

Platforms like Twitch, YouTube Gaming, and Facebook Gaming allow teams to reach fans, sponsors, and potential recruits, expanding their presence in the esports ecosystem.

Coach Rhyne Van Horn High School Grades 9-12

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.

Independence, MO View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

Never Before Funded 200 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
MSI - Aegis R Gaming Desktop - Intel Core i7-13700F - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 - 1TB SSD - Black • Best Buy Education $1,270.65 1 $1,270.65
Arozzi - Arena Ultrawide Curved Gaming Desk - Pure Black • Best Buy Education $253.41 1 $253.41
Elgato - Stream Deck XL Wired Keypad with Back Lighting - Black • Best Buy Education $195.78 1 $195.78
BenQ - ZOWIE XL2731K 27" TN LED 165Hz DyAc Esports Gaming Monitor - Black • Best Buy Education $194.58 1 $194.58
Insignia - Essential PC Gaming Chair - Black • Best Buy Education $62.61 3 $187.83
RODE PSA1 Swivel Mount Studio Microphone Boom Arm • Amazon Business $99.00 1 $99.00
HyperX - QuadCast S Wired Multi-Pattern USB Electret Condenser Microphone • Best Buy Education $98.80 1 $98.80

Materials cost

$2,300.05

Vendor shipping charges

$125.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$34.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,489.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$439.33

Total project goal

$2,928.88

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

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