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Ms. Wheeler from Detroit, MI is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Equipping Student Athletes for Volleyball Excellence!

Help me give my students equipment such as vertical jumping trainers and volleyball passing trainers to become stronger, more confident volleyball players.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Wheeler's classroom raised $729

This project is fully funded

My Project

This project will support my students physical wellness by giving them the tools to actively train and improve their skills outside the classroom. Passing trainers will help them focus on form, accuracy, and ball control during drills. Vertical jump trainers will build lower-body strength and explosiveness, helping students increase their jumping ability while also improving conditioning. Cushioned volleyballs will reduce impact during repetitive drills, allowing students to practice longer with less strain. Knee pads and arm sleeves will protect students from injury, increasing their confidence and willingness to fully engage. Ankle weights and resistance bands will be used to strengthen muscles, increase flexibility and improve footwork, balance and coordination. These resources will allow students to engage in structured, active practices that promote fitness, teamwork, and confidence, keeping them healthy and active throughout the season.

Ms. Wheeler Henry Ford High School Grades 9-12

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

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.

Detroit, MI 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

30 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mizuno LR6 Volleyball Kneepad • Amazon Business $29.99 5 $149.95
Mizuno LR6 Volleyball Kneepad • Amazon Business $25.50 5 $127.50
Minatee Volleyball Arm Sleeves Passing Hitting Forearm Sleeves with Protection Pads and Thumb Hole • Amazon Business $36.99 3 $110.97
WEWESALE Vertical Jumping Trainer Jump Resistance Bands Leg Strength Basketball Volleyball Football Tennis Leg Agility Training • Amazon Business $34.99 2 $69.98
Baden Match Point Cushioned Synthetic LeatherOutdoor Recreation Backyard Volleyball + College Camp Ball All Ages Official Size 5 • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
Ankle Weights, 1/2/3/4/6/8/10 LBS 1 Pair Wrist Leg Arm Weights for Women, Kids and Men, Comfortable and Soft, Perfect for Dancing, Running, Walking, Fitness, Workout, Physical Therapy • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Resistance Loop Exercise Bands, Resistance Bands Exercise Bands for Home Fitness, Stretching, Strength Training, Physical Therapy,Elastic Workout Bands for Women Men Kids, Set of 5 • Amazon Business $6.95 3 $20.85
Regius Volleyball Pass Trainer Volleyball Passing Bands to Improve Passing Skills - Volleyball Training Equipment Perfect for Passing Form and Agility Training - Volleyball Passing - Gift Idea • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Volleyball Scorebook: Volleyball Score Record Book, Volleyball Stats Book for Score Keeping Middle School and High School, 8.25" x 6" 120 Pages • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98

Materials cost

$580.18

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$618.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$109.21

Total project goal

$728.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$728.09

2 Donors

-$703.09

Donations toward project cost

-$597.63

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$105.46

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

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$0.00

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