Help me give my students a PlayStation 5 Console and Nintendo - Switch for a positive behavior intervention room Game Room to recognize outstanding behavior and reward outstanding young scholars.
$991 goal
This project expired on August 27, 2025.
This project expired on August 27, 2025.
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Creating a game room for inner-city youth offers more than just a space for fun — it provides a safe, structured environment that encourages healthy social interaction and emotional well-being. Many children growing up in underserved communities face daily exposure to stress, violence, and limited recreational outlets. A dedicated game room can serve as a positive refuge where they can unwind, build friendships, and experience a sense of normalcy and joy. This kind of environment can play a crucial role in helping youth manage stress and avoid negative influences during critical after-school hours.
I want to create a safe haven that nurtures potential, fosters connection, and inspires a brighter future for every child who walks through its doors.
Beyond recreation, a well-designed game room with a PlayStation 5 Console and Nintendo Switch will foster important life skills. Games often encourage strategic thinking, cooperation, communication, and resilience — skills that translate directly to academic success and future employment. Whether it's a game of chess, video games requiring teamwork, or table sports that improve coordination, youth are constantly learning through play. These experiences help build confidence, improve focus, and encourage goal-setting in a way that feels natural and engaging.
Most importantly, your donation can be a catalyst for lasting change. By contributing to the creation of a game room, you’re investing in a community resource that uplifts, empowers, and protects our most vulnerable youth. It sends a powerful message that they matter and that their well-being is worth investing in. Together, we can create a safe haven that brings out the best in every single student!
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
150 students impacted
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