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Ms. Markavich from Litchfield CT is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pump Up Our Track & Field Fun

Help me give my students the equipment to excel in Track and Field events.

  • 2 donors
  • $2,004 still needed

expires Aug 23

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On behalf of our student athletes, I am excited to present a grant proposal aimed at bolstering our team's capabilities.

Our Track and Field team embodies perseverance, teamwork, and a drive for excellence.

It is important to provide our athletes with the necessary resources to thrive. Our goal is to equip our team with essential tools that will enhance their training regimen and propel them toward success.

With this grant, our primary objective is to empower our student athletes by providing them access to high-quality equipment. By setting achievable milestones and conquering smaller goals, we aim to instill confidence and a sense of accomplishment in each team member, laying the foundation for their future success.

Requested Equipment:

Strength Training: kettlebells and resistance bands to help athletes build muscle and improve overall strength.

Agility and Speed: agility ladders, speed hurdles, and agility cones to enhance footwork, coordination, and speed.

Endurance Training Gear: jump ropes, medicine balls, and foam rollers to improve cardiovascular fitness, endurance, and recovery.

Track and Field Accessories: batons to simulate race conditions.

This grant will have a profound impact on our student athletes, extending beyond the track. By investing in their development, we're fostering leadership skills, instilling values of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. Furthermore, by providing access to equipment, we're ensuring that every student athlete has the opportunity to excel.

We believe that with your support, our team will reach new heights of achievement and success.

Thank you for considering our grant proposal. We eagerly await the opportunity to collaborate with you in empowering the next generation of athletes.

Ms. Markavich
Never Before Funded Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
YOSUDA Indoor Cycling Bike Brake Pad/Magnetic Stationary Bike - Cycle Bike with Ipad Mount & Comfortable Seat Cushion • Amazon Business $209.99 2 $419.98
The Original Cuff? Ankle and Wrist Weight; 20-Piece Set • Quill.com $348.99 1 $348.99
Yes4All 880LBS Premium Half Ball Balance Trainer, Stability Ball, Half Yoga Ball, Combo with Pilate Ball and Resistance Band for Exercises, Home Gym, Full Body Workouts • Amazon Business $67.99 5 $339.95
Champion Sports Champion Weighted Jump Rope, 9 Feet, 1 pound, Green - Rubber - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $30.97 4 $123.88
Pull Up Bands, Resistance Bands, Pull Up Assistance Bands Set for Men & Women, Exercise Workout Bands for Working Out, Body Stretching, Physical Therapy, Muscle Training • Amazon Business $36.99 3 $110.97
Yes4All Speed Training Equipment Set: 15ft Agility Ladder, Resistance Parachute, 5 Agility Hurdles, 12 Disc Cones with Carry Bag/Strap • Amazon Business $38.51 2 $77.02
Yes4All Combo Kettlebells Vinyl Coated Weight Sets Great for Full Body Workout Equipment Push up, Grip Strength and Strength Training, Dumbbell Weights Exercises • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
INNSTAR Vertical Jump Trainer Leg Strength Resistance Bands Set for Basketball Triple Jump Football Volleyball Training • Amazon Business $42.80 1 $42.80
Resistance Loop Exercise Bands Exercise Bands for Home Fitness, Stretching, Strength Training, Physical Therapy,Elastic Workout Bands for Women Men Kids, Set of 5 • Amazon Business $7.55 5 $37.75
Crown Sporting Goods Shot Put - Cast Iron Shot Put Ball- Shotput Weights 2.72kg to 7.26kg (6lb to 16lb) - Great for Outdoor Track & Field Equipment • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Pilates Bar - WeluvFit Pilates Bar Kit with Resistance Bands, Pilates Bar with Non-Slip Foot Strap/Anti-Break /3-Section/Exercise Equipment for Women & Men, Home Workouts, Squat, Yoga for Full Body • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Zhehao Relay Baton Track Baton Aluminum Field Race Batons Running Baton for Students Office Clark Outdoor Field Race Tools, 5 Pieces (Gold Silver Red Green Blue) • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Yes4All Kettlebell Vinyl Coated Cast Iron – Great for Dumbbell Weights Exercises, Full Body Workout Equipment Push up, Grip Strength and Strength Training, PVC • Amazon Business $28.49 1 $28.49
The Original Body Roller - High Density Foam Roller Massager for Deep Tissue Massage of The Back and Leg Muscles - Self Myofascial Release of Painful Trigger Point Muscle Adhesions • Amazon Business $26.53 1 $26.53
FITMYFAVO Jump Rope Cotton Adjustable Skipping Weighted jumprope for Women，Adult and Children Athletic Fitness Exercise Jumping Rope (Pink) • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
The Original Body Roller - High Density Foam Roller Massager for Deep Tissue Massage of The Back and Leg Muscles - Self Myofascial Release of Painful Trigger Point Muscle Adhesions • Amazon Business $22.50 1 $22.50
The Original Body Roller - High Density Foam Roller Massager for Deep Tissue Massage of The Back and Leg Muscles - Self Myofascial Release of Painful Trigger Point Muscle Adhesions • Amazon Business $22.50 1 $22.50
Sportime Beginner Relay Batons, 11-1/2 Inches, Assorted Colors, Set of 6 - Elementary-Middle School - Kids - Lightweight • School Specialty $19.57 1 $19.57
Ankle Weights, 1/2/3/4/6/8/10/12/20 LBS 1 Pair Wrist Leg Arm Weights for Women Men Kids Child with Adjustable Straps, Strength Weighted for Jogging Running Walking Fitness Gym Workout • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$1,801.84

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.34

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$27.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,873.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$330.57

Total project goal

$2,203.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,203.78

1 Donor

-$100.00

Donations toward project cost

-$85.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Dalio Education match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

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 $2,003.78

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