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Ms. Harris from Las Vegas, NV is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Girls Basketball Experience

Help me give my students the break they need to enhance their basketball skills and potential

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Harris's classroom raised $691

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Enhancing Basketball Education Through Donated Equipment

Introduction:

Basketball is not just a game; it's a lesson in teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. As an educator passionate about providing the best learning experiences for my students, I am requesting specific items to enhance our basketball program. These items will not only improve their skills on the court but also contribute to their overall personal development.

Impact of Requested Items on Learning:

The basketballs, hoops, and training cones we are requesting will revolutionize the way our students engage with the sport.

By having access to quality equipment, students can practice more effectively, leading to skill improvement and better performance during games. Additionally, these items will instill a sense of responsibility and care as students learn to maintain and organize the equipment, teaching them valuable life skills beyond the court.

Ms. Harris Mater Academy East 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.

Las Vegas, NV 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

35 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mikasa Women's Premium Composite Leather Basketball, BWL110, 28-1/2 Inches - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $36.44 4 $145.76
Champion Sports Wheeled Equipment Bag: Large Nylon Athletic Travel Bag with Wheels for Baseball, Football, Basketball, Soccer, Hockey, and Training , Black • Amazon Business $72.45 2 $144.90
HOOPSKING Big Cone Sports Training Cone for Basketball, Soccer, Football, & Lacrosse • Amazon Business $44.99 2 $89.98
P.R.O. Bands for Basketball Resistance Bands Training (SINGLE Band - 4 Levels to Choose From | Perfect For Improving Dribble Explosiveness, Vertical Jump, Lateral Quickness, Stretching, Strength Train • Amazon Business $29.99 3 $89.97
EXTCCT Basketball Rack, Rolling Basketball Shooting Training Stand,Sports Equipment Storage with Wheels, Four-Layer Organizer Holder with Two Basket for Basketballs Footballs Volleyball • Amazon Business $54.89 1 $54.89
TNZMART Agility Ladder Speed Ladder 10FT 20FT Training Equipment for Football Soccer Basketball with Carrying Bag • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$534.49

Vendor shipping charges

$14.58

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.02

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$587.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.60

Total project goal

$690.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$690.69

1 Donor

-$345.34

Donations toward project cost

-$293.54

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.80

match offer

-$345.35

Match offer toward project cost

-$293.55

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.80

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$0.00

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