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Ms. McIntosh from West Harrison, NY is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. McIntosh's classroom raised $382

Safety Gear

Help me give my students safety gear to assist them with our everyday recreational activities.

This project is fully funded

Ms. McIntosh Reach Academy
West Harrison, NY Grades 9-12

My Project

Recreation activities, especially for youth, require safety gear to protect them from injuries while they play, explore, and learn new skills. Young people are still developing physically and may be more vulnerable to accidents during sports, biking, or outdoor adventures. Helmets, pads, and proper footwear help prevent serious harm like head injuries or broken bones. Using safety gear also teaches kids the importance of responsibility and builds lifelong habits that keep them safe and active. This safety equipment will be able to assist us with ensuring everyone remains safe daily. My youth show great teamwork and enthusiasm during recreation, making every activity fun and engaging for everyone involved. Their energy, creativity, and willingness to try new things make them stand out and bring joy to every moment.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

39 students impacted 3 donors
Ms. McIntosh Reach Academy Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

West Harrison, NY 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

39 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Adjustable Skateboard Skate Helmet with Protective Gear Knee Pads Elbow Pads Wrist Pads for Youth Outdoor Sports, BMX, Skateboard, Scooter, Bike, Roller, Kid's Protective Gear Set • Amazon Business $29.99 5 $149.95
Adjustable Skateboard Skate Helmet with Protective Gear Knee Pads Elbow Pads Wrist Pads for Youth Outdoor Sports, BMX, Skateboard, Scooter, Bike, Roller, Kid's Protective Gear Set • Amazon Business $27.99 5 $139.95

Materials cost

$289.90

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$324.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$57.22

Total project goal

$381.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $381.47

2 Donors

-$331.75

Donations toward project cost

-$324.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$49.72

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 $0.00

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