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Mr. Smar from Brooklyn, NY is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Equip for Success: Enhancing PE at Underprivileged Schools

Help me give my students some much-needed basic equipment for my physical education program.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Smar's classroom raised $386

This project is fully funded

My Project

This project aims to provide basic resources such as footballs, soccer balls, and wiffle ball bats to enhance students' learning experiences. These resources play a crucial role in promoting physical activity, teamwork, and overall well-being among students. The project recognizes the importance of equipping students with the necessary tools to engage in various sports activities, fostering a love for physical education and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

What makes the students special is their enthusiasm and eagerness to learn and participate in physical activities.

Each student brings a unique set of skills and abilities to the classroom, creating a diverse and inclusive learning environment. The project aims to support and nurture these qualities by providing the necessary resources to enhance their learning experiences.

The equipment requested in the project will make a significant difference in the students' learning by providing them with opportunities to develop their motor skills, coordination, and teamwork. These resources will enable students to actively engage in sports activities, promoting physical fitness and social interaction. By incorporating these tools into the physical education curriculum, students will have the chance to explore different sports and discover their interests and talents.

Overall, my aim is to empower students to lead healthy and active lifestyles while fostering a sense of community and teamwork. By providing students with the resources they need to succeed, the project aims to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.

Mr. Smar PS 149 Danny Kaye Grades 3-5

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.

Brooklyn, NY 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

700 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nasco Sup-R-Safe Youth Footballs - Set of 6 • Nasco $37.44 2 $74.88
FlagHouse Plastic Hoops, 30 Inch, Set of 12, Blue - Durable • School Specialty $59.02 1 $59.02
Champion Sports Rubber Cover Size 5 Soccer Ball Set of 6 Balls (CHSSRB5SET) • Staples $52.29 1 $52.29
Epoch Everlasting Play Six Pin Bowling Set with Foam Ball • Kaplan Early Learning Company $33.26 1 $33.26
FlagHouse Wiffle Bat, 32 Inch • School Specialty $4.87 5 $24.35
Wiffle Ball Baseballs Official Size (12 Pack) • Amazon Business $23.00 1 $23.00
10 pcs Rainbow Jump Rope Set Durable Nylon Skipping Ropes,Safty Vibrant Jumping Ropes for Girls or Boys Physical Education Skipping Rope(7.2 Feet) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Materials cost

$277.79

Vendor shipping charges

 $15.83

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$327.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$57.85

Total project goal

$385.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $385.64

1 Donor

-$385.64

Donations toward project cost

-$327.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$57.85

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