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Mrs. Dawkins from Durham, NC is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Dawkins's classroom raised $580

Outdoor Ready: Safe, Cool, and Active Learning for Every Student

Help me give my students a safe and comfortable outdoor learning environment for active play and structured activities.

Mrs. Dawkins Spring Valley Elementary School

Durham, NC Grades 3-5

My Project

What I love most about my students is their energy, curiosity, and excitement when learning happens through movement and hands-on experiences.

Many of my students thrive in outdoor environments where they can explore, play, and build important social and motor skills.

The canopy will provide shade for safe outdoor learning, while the cooler, fan, and picnic blanket will keep students comfortable and regulated. The wagon will help transport materials easily, and the first aid kit ensures safety. These resources will create a structured, engaging outdoor space where students can learn, move, and grow.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

30 students impacted 1 donor

Project tagged as

Durham, NC
Grades 3-5
Team Sports
Clubs & Activities
Sports & Exercise Equipment
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

Mrs. Dawkins Spring Valley 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.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Durham, NC View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

30 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

EAGLE PEAK Pop Up Canopy Tent with Wheeled Carry Bag, 8 Stakes, 4 Ropes, 4 Weight Bags, Easy Set Up Tent Canopy, 10x10 ft, 100sqft of Shade, Beige • Amazon Business $146.99 1 $146.99

Portal Collapsible Wagon with Brakes, Heavy Duty Utility Cart with All-Terrain Wheels, Portable Folding Wagons for Camping, Beach, Garden, Shopping, and Groceries • Amazon Business $84.99 1 $84.99

ONLYNEW Portable Fan Rechargeable, 20000mAh Cordless Battery Powered Fan with LED Lantern, USB C Battery Operated for Travel Bedroom Home Camping Tent Office Beach Desk Fishing Table • Amazon Business $28.48 2 $56.96

24/7 First Aid Coaches' First Aid Kit, Sports First Aid Kit Duffel Bag for Basketball, Baseball, Football, Volleyball, and Soccer Coaches, 189 Pieces • Amazon Business $55.99 1 $55.99

Igloo Maxcold Latitude Cooler | Insulated Hard Shell Ice Chest • Amazon Business $54.98 1 $54.98

scuddles Extra Large Picnic Blanket – 60" x 80" Waterproof Outdoor Mat with Soft Dual-Layer Comfort, Foldable Travel Rug for Beach, Camping, Lawn, Parks & Family Picnics • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99

Materials cost			$422.90
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$32.99
3rd party payment processing fee			$6.34
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$492.23
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$86.86
Total project goal			$579.09
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$579.09
1 Donor			-$579.09
Donations toward project cost			-$492.23
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$86.86
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Outdoor Ready: Safe, Cool, and Active Learning for Every Student

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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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