You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts
Donate
To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

Your school email address was successfully verified.

See this teacher's page

This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Anders from Chicago, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Ms. Anders is requesting

Fund Our Esports Team!

Help me give my students a gaming console and accessories so we can have an E-Sports team to provide them with pathways to scholarships, college programs, and careers in technology and gaming.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Anders's classroom raised $797

This project is fully funded

My Project

Our e-sports team is more than just a group of students who love gaming; it's a community where young minds develop critical skills such as teamwork, strategic thinking, and problem-solving. Through competitive gaming, our students learn valuable lessons in leadership, communication, and perseverance.

However, to truly thrive and compete at a high level, our team needs your support.

High-quality gaming gear is essential for our students to practice and compete effectively, yet we have been relying on students to bring their own equipment . This is not practical or safe. Can you imagine asking a football player to bring their own football or goalposts to a game? Students should not have to carry a $300 gaming system to and from the school on public transportation. Your contribution will make sure we have a system at school and ensure our team stays competitive.

By supporting our e-sports team, you're also promoting school spirit and a sense of community. Your generosity will help us create a positive and inclusive environment where students can thrive both academically and socially.

E-sports is a rapidly growing industry with numerous career opportunities. Supporting our team can help open doors for our students, providing them with pathways to scholarships, college programs, and careers in technology and gaming.

I believe in the potential of our students and the positive impact that e-sports can have on their lives. Your donation, no matter the size, will make a significant difference in our ability to provide these opportunities and help our team reach new heights.

Thank you for considering this request. My team and I would be honored to have your support and partnership in fostering the growth and success of our high school e-sports team.

Ms. Anders Chicago Vocational Career Academy 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.

Chicago, IL 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

500 students impacted 5donors

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Ms. Anders is requesting.

See our finances

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

You can start a project with the same resources being requested here!

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nintendo - Switch OLED Model w/ Neon Red Neon Blue Joy-Con - Multi • Best Buy Education $357.53 1 $357.53
Pro Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch - Black • Best Buy Education $69.99 2 $139.98
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - Nintendo Switch • Best Buy Education $59.99 1 $59.99
Minecraft Standard Edition - Nintendo Switch OLED Model Nintendo Switch Nintendo Switch Lite • Best Buy Education $29.99 1 $29.99
RDS Industries - Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED Model Game Traveler Deluxe System Case - Black • Best Buy Education $29.99 1 $29.99
Nintendo - Switch Online 12 Month Membership Card • Best Buy Education $19.99 1 $19.99

Materials cost

$637.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$677.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$119.48

Total project goal

$796.51

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $796.51

2 Donors

-$398.26

Donations toward project cost

-$338.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$59.74

Matching donations from our partners

-$398.25

Match offers toward project cost

-$338.51

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$59.74

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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

View complete list Show less

Give the most requested basic supplies

See teacher requests

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

Project Activity
Back to top

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Anders and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works
{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"IL","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":4,"name":"High School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":true,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/fund-our-esports-team/8581998/","mayHaveReplacements":false,"numStudents":500,"isEquityFocusV1":true,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Anders","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"1043989274","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"shouldTrackEquityFocusV2":true,"schoolCity":"Chicago","teachersOnPage":[125837],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":true,"proposalId":8581998,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":2,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"schoolId":5575,"schoolName":"Chicago Vocational Career Academy","authorIds":{"125837":{"owner":"Ms. Anders","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[8581998],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp125837_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723058376765","teacherHasProfilePhoto":true,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":21,"teacherChallengeId":22351192,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":{"completingDonationAmount":404,"proposalURL":"project/threads-of-imagination/9779306/","proposalTitle":"Threads of Imagination","proposalId":9779306},"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":125837,"schoolCounty":"Cook","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"IL","name":"Illinois"}}