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Ms. Karina from Oakland, CA is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Powering Play: Help Equip the Next Generation of Athletes!

Help me give my students sports equipment to stay active and have fun with their friends!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Karina's classroom raised $308

This project is fully funded

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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

Every child deserves the chance to play, compete, and grow through sports—but many schools do not have access to equipment needed to make that possible. With your help, we can provide essential sports gear to children who are eager to get active, learn teamwork, and build life skills.

This project will fund the purchase of much-needed sports equipment, including footballs, double dutch jump ropes, soccer balls, basketballs, and volleyballs.

These items will not only support physical fitness but also encourage inclusivity, teamwork, and resilience. Whether it's the thrill of scoring a touchdown, jumping rope with friends, or spiking a volleyball, this equipment will create opportunities for kids to stay active, develop leadership skills, and gain confidence both on and off the field.

With your donation, we can make sure these young athletes have the tools they need to succeed, whether they're playing on sports teams, or simply having fun with their friends. Your generosity will help spark a love for sports that can last a lifetime!

Help us give these kids the chance to experience the joy of sport and the benefits of active play. Every donation makes a difference—let’s equip tomorrow’s champions, today!

Ms. Karina Elmhurst United Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Oakland, CA View local requests

Nearly all 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

254 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
WILSON Traditional Soccer Ball - Size 5, Black/White • Amazon Business $14.95 3 $44.85
Champion Sports Rubber Volleyball, Official Size, for Indoor and Outdoor Use - Durable, Regulation Volleyballs for Beginners, Competitive, Recreational Play - Premium Equipment - White, VR4 • Amazon Business $13.56 3 $40.68
Champion Sports Rubber Football (Official Size), Brown, 11.5 (RFB1) • Amazon Business $11.49 3 $34.47
Spalding Street Outdoor Basketball 29.5" • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
AppleRound 8.5-inch Dodgeball Playground Balls, Pack of 4 Balls with 1 Pump, Official Size for Dodge Ball, Handball, Camps and Schools (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $19.55 1 $19.55
S&S Worldwide 16' Double Dutch Rope, Pair, 16ft • Amazon Business $18.53 1 $18.53
Champion Sports Competition Plastic Flying Discs, 9" D - Set of Six Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Champion Sports RSTB9 9 Inch Rhino Soft Eeze Tetherball • Amazon Business $14.39 1 $14.39

Materials cost

$209.45

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$19.16

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$261.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.19

Total project goal

$307.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$307.94

3 Donors

-$153.96

Donations toward project cost

-$130.87

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.09

match offer

-$153.98

Match offer toward project cost

-$130.88

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.10

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$0.00

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