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Ms. Kleis from Cheshire, CT is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Leveling the Playing Field for New Athletes

Help me give my students the opportunity to play a sport that they cannot afford independently

  • $2,364 goal

This project expired on August 14, 2025.

This project expired on August 14, 2025.

My Project

I’m launching a new lacrosse program for an inspiring group of girls from diverse backgrounds, many of whom are new to the sport, new to the country, and navigating life with limited financial resources. These young athletes are eager to learn, grow, and compete—but we’re facing a major hurdle: we don’t have the equipment we need. Lacrosse gear is expensive, and without full sets of sticks, goggles, and protective gear, our team simply can’t take the field. Most of our players are on financial assistance, and purchasing equipment is not an option for them. We urgently need your help to make this program possible. Your support will ensure that every girl on our team can participate fully and safely—without the burden of cost standing in the way. With your generosity, you’re not just providing gear—you’re giving these girls a chance to belong, to play, and to believe in themselves. Thank you for helping us build something meaningful in advance!

Ms. Kleis Manson Youth Institution Grades 9-12

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.

Cheshire, CT View local requests

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

300 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
STX Lacrosse Exult 400 Girls Complete Stick with Crux Mesh Pro Pocket, Black (Exult 403) • Amazon Business $100.00 10 $1,000.00
STX Lacrosse 4Sight+ S Goggles • Amazon Business $50.00 15 $750.00
Franklin Sports Ambush Men's + Women's Lacrosse Sticks - Adult + Youth Aluminum Lax Sticks - Boys' + Girls' Game + Training Lacrosse Sticks - Standard + Mini Lax Stick for Kids + Adults • Amazon Business $39.99 5 $199.95

Materials cost

$1,949.95

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$29.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,009.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$354.56

Total project goal

$2,363.76

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