Help me give my students new recess equipment to enjoy outside so more kids can play.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Taylor's classroom raised $763
This project is fully funded
My Project
The items in this project will significantly enhance our students' time spent playing and socializing during recess, fostering unique bonds and relationships that only develop through free play. Wall Ball is an absolute favorite activity among our students, but the lines are often so long that only a few groups get to participate each recess. Unfortunately, the balls we currently have are deformed and falling apart. Soccer and basketball are also favorites, yet students are forced to share a single ball between two classes. The girls enjoy jump rope, but they are left with only tied-together pieces of the original equipment.
Our students deserve better resources for recess.
This project aims to eliminate the struggle for limited resources and promote more interactive play. It is disheartening to see students wandering the field or blacktop without toys, and the long lines for Wall Ball—allowing only one or two rounds before recess ends—lead to frustration. With such limited time to play freely together, I want to provide items that will maximize their enjoyment and interaction outdoors.
What makes our students truly special is their ability to take turns and appreciate what they have. I have witnessed boys being gentle with girls who are still learning, and then giving their all in a fair match. I have seen girls welcoming boys into their jump rope circles. They all strive to make the most of their running games on the field, despite not having enough toys to share. With your support, we can enrich their recess experience and strengthen their connections with one another.
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
WALMANN Garage Ball and Sports Equipment Organizer, Ball Storage Rack Indoor/Outdoor Kids Ball/Toy Storage Organizer Bins, Rolling Ball Cart with Baskets
• Amazon Business
$89.99
1
$89.99
Franklin Sports Youth Teeball Gloves - Shok Sorb Kids Baseball + Teeball Mitt - Boys + Girls Fielders Gloves for Teeball, Baseball + Softball - 10.5" Inch Glove - Multiple Colors
• Amazon Business
$19.50
4
$78.00
Sportime Yeller Baseball Thrower Glove, Left Handed, 9-1/2 Inch, Youth - Leather/Nylon - Elementary-Middle School - Kids - Comfortable - Durable
• School Specialty
$29.02
2
$58.04
Sportime Max Complements Playground Balls, 8-1/2 Inches, Set of 3
• School Specialty
$44.99
1
$44.99
Kingarage Ball Storage Cart, Ball Storage Bin for Balls, 48 Gals Mesh Ball Holder, Basketball Rack with Wheels, Outdoor, Indoor
• Amazon Business
$43.99
1
$43.99
GSE Games & Sports Expert Inflatable Playground Balls, Kickball, Bouncy Dodge Ball, Handball. Great for 4 Square Ball Games, Gym, Yoga Exercises for Kids and Adults (7/8.5/10in, Several Colors Choice)
• Amazon Business
$9.98
4
$39.92
Jump Rope for Kids - Adjustable Soft Skipping Rope with Skin-Friendly Foam Handles for Kids, Boys, Girls, Children - Outdoor Fun Activity, Great Party Favor, Exercise Activity & Fitness
• Amazon Business
$9.98
3
$29.94
Champion Sports Extreme Series Size 4 Soccer Ball, Purple - Elementary-Middle School - Kids - Durability
• School Specialty
$14.47
2
$28.94
The House Ball - The Original Soft and Safe Indoor Soccer Ball Size 4 Created for Inside Your Home and Yard - Fun Soccer Gift - Perfect Kids Soccer Ball
• Amazon Business
$26.50
1
$26.50
Champion Sports Pro-Style Basketball
• Amazon Business
$11.99
2
$23.98
MacGregor Multicolor Basketball
• Amazon Business
$11.72
2
$23.44
Capelli Sport FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Tournament Soccer Ball Souvenir Display, Officially Licensed Futbol for Youth and Adult Soccer Players
• Amazon Business
$9.99
2
$19.98
GKK Foam Baseballs 12 Pack Soft Baseballs for Youth Teenager Players Sports Foam Baseballs Training Balls for Hitting and Indoor or Outdoor Play
• Amazon Business
$15.90
1
$15.90
Nerf Kids Mini Foam Soccer Ball - Freestyle Soft Foam Indoor + Outdoor Youth Soccer Ball - Extra-Grip + Low Bounce Foam Ball - 5" Inch Toy Soccer Ball for Kids - Black + Blue
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Nerf Ultra Curve Baseballs - Throw Sliders, Fast, and Curve Balls with Ease - 3 Baseballs Included
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Materials cost
$548.59
Vendor shipping charges
$13.20
Sales tax
$48.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.23
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$648.02
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$114.36
Total project goal
$762.38
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$762.38
1 Donor
-$341.07
Donations toward project cost
-$324.02
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$17.05
match offer
-$381.18
Match offer toward project cost
-$324.00
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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