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Ms. Davenport from Sanford FL is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Score Big: Empowering Students Through Basketball

Help me give my students the items they need to excel in the sport they love! Items needed include basketballs, training cones, jerseys, and other essential equipment. With your help we can build valuable teamwork and leadership skills.

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

At our school, we're inspired by the dedication and passion our students bring to the basketball court each day. Our students are not only talented athletes but also resilient individuals who demonstrate remarkable teamwork, perseverance, and leadership skills.

With your support, we aim to provide our students with the resources they need to take their basketball skills to the next level and continue to thrive both on and off the court.

Each item requested in this project plays a crucial role in enhancing their learning and development:

Basketballs: With access to quality basketballs, our students can practice their dribbling, shooting, and passing skills more effectively, improving their overall performance on the court.

Training Cones: These training cones will be used to set up drills and exercises that focus on agility, speed, and coordination, helping our students develop their athleticism and enhance their on-court performance.

Jerseys: By providing our students with team jerseys, we instill a sense of unity and pride in representing our school during games and competitions, fostering a strong team spirit and camaraderie among players.

Our goals for this project are twofold: to provide our students with the necessary equipment to excel in basketball and to foster their personal and athletic growth. We believe that by investing in their athletic development, we also nurture valuable life skills such as discipline, resilience, and teamwork that will serve them well beyond the basketball court.

What makes our students truly special is their unwavering dedication and commitment to excellence. They embody the spirit of determination and resilience, constantly pushing themselves to achieve their goals and overcome challenges. With your support, we can continue to empower our students and help them reach their full potential both as athletes and as individuals.

Thank you for believing in our students and supporting their journey to success!

Ms. Davenport
Never Before Funded Grades 9-12

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dick Martin Sports - Exercise Ball 34in Orange • Teachers' School Supply $30.00 2 $60.00
Liberty Imports Reversible Men's Mesh Athletic Basketball Jersey Single for Team Scrimmage • Amazon Business $14.95 4 $59.80
Liberty Imports Reversible Men's Mesh Athletic Basketball Jersey Single for Team Scrimmage • Amazon Business $14.95 4 $59.80
Liberty Imports Reversible Men's Mesh Athletic Basketball Jersey Single for Team Scrimmage • Amazon Business $14.95 4 $59.80
Rolling Sands 20 Ounce Sports Water Bottles 24 Pack, BPA-Free, Made in USA, Dishwasher Safe, White Bottles/Red Lids • Amazon Business $54.86 1 $54.86
Rhino Champion Sports Leather Medicine Ball, 12 Pounds, Orange/White - Middle-High School - Adult - Durability • School Specialty $26.02 2 $52.04
Champion Sports Pro-Style Basketball • Amazon Business $11.78 4 $47.12
Liberty Imports Reversible Men's Mesh Athletic Basketball Jersey Single for Team Scrimmage • Amazon Business $14.95 3 $44.85
Liberty Imports Reversible Men's Mesh Athletic Basketball Jersey Single for Team Scrimmage • Amazon Business $14.95 3 $44.85
Tarpop 100 Pairs Mens Socks Bulk Moisture Wicking Socks Casual Sports Ankle Socks Bulk for Homeless Unisex Adult Men Women • Amazon Business $43.79 1 $43.79
Champion Sports Champion Half Cone Markers with Storage Rack, 9 x 2 Inches, Set of 48, Orange • School Specialty $41.02 1 $41.02
Gatorade G2 Thirst Quencher, 3 Flavor Variety Pack, 12oz Bottles (24 Pack) • Amazon Business $18.49 2 $36.98
Poland Spring 100% Natural Spring Water Regular Flavor 700ml Bottles with Sport Cap 24/Carton (12119443) • Staples $15.67 2 $31.34
Grneric Drawstring Bags 28 Pcs String Backpack Bulk Cinch Bag Sackpack for Men Women Gym(Red) • Amazon Business $24.69 1 $24.69
Champion Sports Heavy Weight Metal Whistle Silver 12/Box (401) • Staples $20.18 1 $20.18
22 Pieces Iron on Numbers T Shirt Heat Transfer Numbers 0 to 9 Jersey Numbers Soft Iron on Numbers for Team Uniform Sports T Shirt Football Basketball Baseball (Red,5 Inch) • Amazon Business $9.79 2 $19.58
22 Pieces Iron on Numbers T Shirt Heat Transfer Numbers 0 to 9 Jersey Numbers Soft Iron on Numbers for Team Uniform Sports T Shirt Football Basketball Baseball (White,5 Inch) • Amazon Business $8.49 2 $16.98
Martin Sports Digital StopWatch • Kaplan Early Learning Company $16.16 1 $16.16
Champion Sports High Visibility Fluorescent 9 Inch Poly Cone Set, Blue • School Specialty $10.94 1 $10.94
Champion Sports Floor Marking Vinyl Tape for Athletics and Social Distancing - Multiple Colors and Lengths • Amazon Business $7.91 1 $7.91

Materials cost

$752.69

Vendor shipping charges

$17.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$810.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$143.11

Total project goal

$954.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$954.09

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$954.09

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