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Mrs. Anderson from Independence, MO is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ping Pong for Equity: Building Community and Representation

Help me give my students materials to start an after-school Ping Pong Club,

  • $643 goal

This project expired on October 2, 2025.

This project expired on October 2, 2025.

My Project

At our high school, we are committed to creating spaces where all students feel seen, valued, and connected. To further this mission, we are seeking to establish a Ping Pong Club that fosters inclusivity, celebrates cultural diversity, and provides equitable extracurricular opportunities.

Through this initiative, we aim to create a vibrant and welcoming environment where students from all backgrounds can come together to connect, compete, and lead.

Students from diverse backgrounds will have opportunities to take on leadership roles within the club, fostering representation and ensuring that all voices are heard and valued. Through the shared activity of ping pong, students will interact with peers they might not otherwise connect with, breaking down stereotypes and encouraging unity.

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.

Independence, MO 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

999 students impacted

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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
JP WinLook Ping Pong Paddles Sets - Portable Table Tennis Paddle Set with Ping Pong Paddles Professional Case & Ping Pong Balls - Premium Table Tennis Racket Player Set for Indoor & Outdoor Games • Amazon Business $36.99 2 $73.98
Franklin Sports Ping Pong Balls - Official Size + Weight White 40mm Table Tennis One Star Professional Durable High Performance 12 Count (Pack of 1) Packaging may vary, White • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$508.92

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$546.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$96.45

Total project goal

$643.00

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