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Mr. Leslie from Philadelphia, PA is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Let the Games Begin: Equipment for Active Minds & Bodies

Help me give my students the equipment they need to enjoy organized intramural sports that build teamwork, confidence, and a love for active play.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Leslie's classroom raised $572

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My Project

What I love most about my students is their energy, enthusiasm, and willingness to work as a team. Intramural sports give every student a chance to stay active, build confidence, and learn essential life skills like leadership, perseverance, and cooperation. With the right equipment, we can offer organized, inclusive activities that bring students together and promote healthy habits.

This project will help us create a space where all students feel encouraged to participate, grow, and succeed—on the field and beyond.

Every student deserves the chance to play, learn, and thrive.

Project tagged as

Philadelphia, PA
Grades 6-8
Gym & Fitness
Team Sports
Traditional School
Sports & Exercise Equipment
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mr. Leslie Henry H Houston Elementary 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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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

250 students impacted 7donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

GoSports XTRAMAN Blocker Pop-Up Defenders 3 Pack - Safely Simulate Defenders for All Major Sports - Basketball, Soccer, Football and More • Amazon Business $69.99 2 $139.98

GoSports Portable Cornhole Sets – Choose 4 x 2 ft or 3 x 2 ft Boards - Includes 8 Bean Bags, Travel Case, and Game Rules (Choice of Style) • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99

MacGregor Multicolor Basketballs - Offical Size - Prism Pack • Teachers' School Supply $68.18 1 $68.18

Kipika Weight Sled, Workout Sled, Fitness Strength Training Sled, Speed Training Sled for Athletic Exercise, Speed Improvement, Easily Through Obstacles, Suitable for 1" & 2" Weight Plate • Amazon Business $52.24 1 $52.24

Yellow Lanyards 100 Pcs Lanyard for Id Badges Flat Lanyard with Badge Clip with J-Hook (Yellow) • Amazon Business $29.53 1 $29.53

Under Armour Football Helmet Chin Strap, Adjustable Straps, Youth & Adult • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99

Franklin Sports Flag Football Set - 14 Player Flag Football Belts for Adult + Youth - Equipment Cones + Field Marker Included - 7 v 7 Set • Amazon Business $17.49 1 $17.49

16 FT Long Jump Rope for Kids, Adjustable Double Dutch Skipping Rope with Wooden Handle, Multiplayer Team Jumping Rope for Outdoor Fun, School Sport, Party Game, Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98

Jump Rope for Kids, 4 Pack Soft Durable PVC Kids Skipping Rope Adjustable Length Jumping Skip Ropes for Boys, Girls, Children, Students Outdoor Sport Exercise Fitness Weight Loss • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

Basketball Hoop Net Heavy Duty - 5 Colors - Standard Indoor or Outdoor Rims - Professional Grade - Popular Team Colors • Amazon Business $6.95 1 $6.95

Materials cost			$441.82
Vendor shipping charges			$7.50
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$6.63
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$485.95
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$85.76
Total project goal			$571.71
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$571.71
7 Donors			-$571.71
Donations toward project cost			-$485.95
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$85.76
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Let the Games Begin: Equipment for Active Minds & Bodies

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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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