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Mrs. Anderson from Independence, MO is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ping Pong for Connection, Confidence, and Mental Wellness

Help me give my students a ping pong table and supplies to start a ping pong club

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Anderson's classroom raised $623

This project is fully funded

My Project

Our students are juggling the daily pressures of academics, relationships, and the challenges of growing up in a fast-paced world. As a school community, we are committed to supporting their mental health, building safe spaces, and fostering positive outlets for stress relief—and that's where Ping Pong comes in!

We are starting a Ping Pong Club to give students a chance to connect, play, and take a healthy break from their routines.

Research shows that activities like table tennis improve focus, reduce anxiety, and support mental wellness. It’s more than just a game—it’s an opportunity to boost confidence, practice teamwork, and create friendships across grade levels.

The best part? Ping Pong is inclusive and accessible to students of all athletic abilities. Whether a student is brand new to the sport or already a pro, they can enjoy the fast-paced fun while developing skills like hand-eye coordination, strategic thinking, and stress management.

Your donation will help us purchase quality Ping Pong tables, paddles, and balls to launch this club. With your support, we can provide students with a safe, engaging space to unwind, build relationships, and strengthen their mental and physical well-being.

Thank you for helping us serve students not only academically—but emotionally, socially, and physically too. Your support brings more joy, more connection, and more confidence to our campus.

Mrs. Anderson Van Horn High School 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.

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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

999 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
JOOLA Inside Professional MDF Indoor Ping Pong Table with Quick Clamp Table Tennis Net and Post Set - 10 Minute Easy Assembly - Tournament Quality - Foldable with Single Player Playback Mode • Amazon Business $429.95 1 $429.95
FBSPORT Ping Pong Paddle Set, Table Tennis Set with 4 Rackets and 8 Balls, Retractable Net with Storage Bag - Pingpong Paddle Accessories for Indoor/Outdoor Games • Amazon Business $25.99 2 $51.98
Ping Pong Balls White 15 or 50 Pack, Professional ABS Table Tennis Ball 1 Star 40mm Official Size + Weight, for Training & Practice - Durable High Performance • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$491.92

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$529.30

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$93.41

Total project goal

$622.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$622.71

2 Donors

-$294.22

Donations toward project cost

-$279.22

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

match offer

-$294.21

Match offer toward project cost

-$250.08

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$44.13

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$34.27

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$0.00

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