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Ms. Schroeder from Washington, DC is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Gear Up for Greatness: Empowering Middle School Soccer Stars!

Help me give my students the essential practice gear and tools necessary to fully engage and excel in the sport of soccer.

  • $758 goal

This project expired on June 15, 2024.

This project expired on June 15, 2024.

My Project

At our middle school, we are expanding our horizons and launching a coed soccer team. As coaches at our middle school, we recognize the immense value of providing additional opportunities for boys and girls to engage in sports, particularly soccer. Our school team is the sole avenue for many students to actively participate in organized soccer. It is disheartening to see some of our students playing in their school uniforms, lacking proper practice gear and soccer goals that could enhance their experience and skill development on the field. Furthermore, the formation of a coed soccer team holds significance beyond the realm of sports. Many of our students rely on extracurricular activities like soccer to foster a sense of belonging within our school community. We proudly serve a diverse student body comprising newcomers from various countries, each bringing their unique backgrounds and languages.

Soccer serves as a unifying force, bringing together students from different cultural backgrounds onto the same field, fostering friendships and understanding beyond linguistic barriers.

Moreover, our school serves a significant number of students of color who may face barriers to accessing sports outside the school environment. By allowing them to participate in a coed soccer team, we offer not just an extracurricular activity but a pathway to personal growth, physical well-being, and a sense of accomplishment.

Your generous donation towards this initiative would not only support the launch of the coed soccer team but also contribute to changing the lives of our students beyond the field. It would provide them with a platform to develop essential life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and resilience, which are invaluable for their future success. Together, we can expand horizons, empower our students, and create lasting positive impacts far beyond the confines of our school grounds.

Ms. Schroeder Ida B Wells Middle School Grades 6-8

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

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

175 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
BOHEN 9x5 ft Portable Soccer Goals Set of 2 - Large Size Net with Carry Bag for Easy Assembly, Fun for Kids Outdoor Backyard Great for Teens Youth Adults(9x5, Green, 2 Pieces) • Amazon Business $110.99 1 $110.99
HIBAOTOP Neon Green Soccer Socks, Youth Men Women Knee High Football Softball Athletic Socks 12 Pairs Neon Green • Amazon Business $33.99 3 $101.97
CSBD 20 oz. Bulk Water Bottles, Made in USA, Blank Plastic Reusable Water Bottles for Gym, Cycling, BPA Free, Plastic Water Bottles Pull Top Cap for Sports, Black Bottle/Neon Yellow Lid - 10 Pack • Amazon Business $25.69 3 $77.07
Gildan Adult Heavy Cotton T-Shirt, Style G5000, Multipack • Amazon Business $37.11 2 $74.22
24 Pairs Youth Soccer Shin Guards Lightweight Breathable Child Calf Protective Gear Soccer Equipment Kids Shin Guards for Soccer Boys and Girls Children Teenagers (Large) • Amazon Business $47.79 1 $47.79
Gildan Heavy Cotton T-Shirt G5000, Black (10-Pack), Medium • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
SOCCUP Soccer Corner Flags – Football Flags - Durable PVC Soccer Flag Poles with Storage Bag – Wind Resistant Soccer Flags for Corner – Portable, Easy Installation - Set of 4 • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Vizari Men's Venezia GK Soccer Goalkeeper Jersey with Padded Elbows (AXL, Orange/Black) • Amazon Business $18.49 2 $36.98
Jalunth Youth Soccer Goalkeeper Goalie Gloves Boys Girls Goal Keeper Field Player Glove Ages 11-13 Years Old Anti-Slip Latex Palm Soft Pu Hand Back Size 8 Green • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
5 Pieces Elastic Football Soccer Captain Armband Adjustable Outdoor Football Player Bands for Youth Adult (Green) • Amazon Business $8.29 1 $8.29

Materials cost

$571.27

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $34.28

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$644.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$113.67

Total project goal

$757.79

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