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Coach Tornero from Los Angeles, CA is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Us Stick the Landing—Donate a Mat!

Help me give my students practice mats to help my cheer groups safely and effectively practice their stunts, formations, and teamwork this season.

  • $1,985 goal

This project expired on October 22, 2025.

This project expired on October 22, 2025.

My Project

At our High School, our mission is rooted in academic excellence and preparing students for careers in the medical field. As we continue to grow both academically and athletically, we recognize the importance of supporting the whole student. Our cheerleading team, made up of 54 dedicated and passionate young women, plays a vital role in school spirit and student engagement. To continue developing their skills and performing stunts safely, we are in urgent need of additional practice mats. These mats are essential not only for safety but also for proper technique development, injury prevention, and confidence building during high-level cheer routines.

This project aims to provide our cheerleaders with the tools they need to grow physically, mentally, and as team leaders.

With your support, we can ensure they have access to a safe and supportive training environment that matches the high standards we set in our academic programs. These students are more than athletes—they are future medical professionals, scholars, and role models who balance rigorous academics with athletic dedication. By contributing to this initiative, you’re investing in the well-being and development of young women who represent the spirit, strength, and excellence of our school.

Coach Tornero King - Drew Medical Magnet 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.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Los Angeles, CA 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

Never Before Funded 54 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dollamur Folding Sport Mat 6' x 12', Blue - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $588.97 2 $1,177.94

Materials cost

$1,177.94

Vendor shipping charges

$353.37

Sales tax

$107.78

3rd party payment processing fee

$17.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,686.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$297.66

Total project goal

$1,984.42

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