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Coach Clark from Indianola, MS is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hoops, Loops, Gym Equipment

Help me give my students gym play equipment to use during the day.

FULLY FUNDED! Coach Clark's classroom raised $488

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am writing to you on behalf of my gym class, where we strive to provide a well-rounded education for our students, which includes not only academic learning but also physical education and healthy living. Our school serves students in grades 4 through 6, and we are committed to fostering their growth both in and outside the classroom.

As part of our efforts to promote physical activity, teamwork, and overall well-being, we are looking to enhance our physical education program with new gym equipment.

Specifically, we are hoping to provide our students with a variety of play equipment such as basketballs, footballs, jump ropes, hula-hoops, and other items that will encourage movement, creativity, and sportsmanship.

Unfortunately, our current equipment is limited and worn, which restricts the opportunities we can offer our students. By introducing new, high-quality play equipment, we can create a more engaging and inclusive environment for physical activity, where every child has the opportunity to develop new skills, engage in healthy competition, and build lasting friendships.

This is where your support would make a huge difference. We have created a project on DonorsChoose to raise the necessary funds for these items, and we are hoping to find generous donors like you who believe in the importance of physical education for our students. Your contribution, no matter the size, will go directly toward purchasing the equipment and enriching the lives of our 4th through 6th graders.

Coach Clark Carver Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
4 Pieces Sports Scooter Board with Handles Plastic Casters Floor Scooter Board Sitting Scooter Board for Kids Children Gym Indoor Outdoor Activities Play Equipment • Amazon Business $58.99 1 $58.99
Youth Size Footballs Mulitcolor - Set of 6 • Amazon Business $49.10 1 $49.10
Lewtemi 6 Pcs Hopper Ball 22 Inch Jumping Hopping Inflatable Ball Bouncing Ball with Handle and Air Pump Outdoor Games for Kids Sport Exercise(Red, Blue, Green, Pink, Yellow, Purple) • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
Champion Sports Scoop Ball Set, Plastic, Assorted Colors, 2 Scoops,1 Ball/set, 6/set • Amazon Business $43.65 1 $43.65
MacGregor Lil' Champ Basketball (Set of 6) • Amazon Business $40.02 1 $40.02
Syhood 12 Pcs Toy Color Hoop Plastic Detachable Adjustable Hoop Light Weight Exercise Hoop Fitness Hoop Equipment Toy Waist Ring for Adult Party Game Dance, 3 Sizes(Green, Rose, Yellow, Purple) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
unanscre 31PCS 3 in 1 Carnival Outdoor Games Combo Set for Kids, Soft Plastic Cones Bean Bags Ring Toss Game, Gift for Birthday Party/Xmas • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
succulentlovers Potato Sack Race Bags - 25 PCS Outdoor Games Sack Race Bags, 3-Legged Race Bands, Egg Spoon Relay Race, Plastic Medals, Carnival Outdoor Lawn Party Games for Adults & Family • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Champion Sports Skip Ball Ankle Toy for Kids, Pack of 6, Assorted Colors - Durable Hopper / Swingball Set with 18-Inch Cord, 5.5-Inch Diameter Ankle Ring - Fun Jumper and Exercise Equipment • Amazon Business $18.69 1 $18.69
GRAWUN Jump Rope For Kids, Soft Beaded Jump Rope, Adjustable Length Tangle-Free Segmented Soft Beaded Skipping Rope, for Women, Men and Kids Keeping Fit, Workout • Amazon Business $17.89 1 $17.89

Materials cost

$346.80

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.99

Sales tax

 $24.28

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$414.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.11

Total project goal

$487.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $487.38

1 Donor

-$243.69

Donations toward project cost

-$207.14

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.55

match offer

-$243.68

Match offer toward project cost

-$207.13

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.55

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