I am writing on behalf of our school in Temple, where we are committed to fostering our students' growth through athletics. As we prepare for the upcoming track and field season, we urgently need proper equipment to ensure our students can compete safely and effectively.
Many families in our diverse community face economic hardships.
Despite this, our students display incredible determination and passion for athletics. Unfortunately, our current inventory of track equipment is outdated and insufficient. We lack essential items such as an agility ladder, stopwatches, parachutes, hurdles, starting blocks, and relay batons. For example, new hurdles will allow our athletes to practice and improve their technique, while starting blocks are crucial for developing explosive speed off the line.
Investing in new track equipment is vital not only for athletic performance but also for our students' well-being and confidence. Engaging in sports enhances physical health and fosters valuable life skills like teamwork and discipline. With the right tools, our athletes will set and achieve personal goals, fostering a sense of accomplishment that extends beyond the track.
Additionally, our track team unites students from various backgrounds, creating lasting friendships and a positive school culture. Without adequate equipment, our ability to nurture this sense of belonging is compromised.
As coaches, we strive to provide our students with effective training programs tailored to their unique needs. Quality equipment enables us to conduct productive practices and prepare our athletes for competition.
We respectfully request your support through Donors Choose to help us acquire the necessary track equipment. Your generous contributions will directly impact our students' lives, empowering them to chase their dreams and build confidence through athletics.
More than half 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
HOTSTORE Multi-Function Starting Block, Athletics Scholastic Starting Block,6 Angle Adjustable Sprinter Track and Field Aluminum Suitable for Plastic Runway Cinder Track
• Amazon Business
$48.00
5
$240.00
X-UMEUS Agility Ladder Speed Training Equipment Set-20ft Agility Ladder,12 Soccer Cones,4 Hurdles, Jump Rope, Running Parachute| Basketball Football Soccer Training Equipment for Kids Youth Adults
• Amazon Business
$59.99
2
$119.98
GIEMIT Running Speed Parachute 56" Speed Resistance Parachute with Adjustable Strap, Speed Drills Training Parachute for Speed Training and Strength Training
• Amazon Business
$13.48
4
$53.92
Stopwatch Pack of 5
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$49.50
1
$49.50
Champion Sports 165' Open Reel Measuring Tape
• Quill.com
$35.14
1
$35.14
Ace Creations Aluminum Relay Batons for Track and Field Races, Gym, Phy Ed, Running
• Amazon Business
$12.24
1
$12.24
Materials cost
$510.78
Vendor shipping charges
$6.44
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.66
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$554.88
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$97.92
Total project goal
$652.80
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$652.80
2 Donors
-$326.40
Donations toward project cost
-$277.44
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$48.96
match offer
-$326.40
Match offer toward project cost
-$277.44
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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