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Mrs. Hayes from Nashville, TN is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Step Into Success: Our Sneaker Ball Celebration

Help me give my students party supplies for a Sneaker Ball celebration that honors their hard work and lets them shine with style, confidence, and fun

  • $203 goal

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

My Project

I love how my students bring their full hearts to every lesson. They show incredible dedication to their work, and they truly deserve a chance to celebrate their hard work and growth. A Sneaker Ball is the perfect way to honor their efforts and let them shine in a fun, meaningful way.

The decorations and party supplies will help create an atmosphere of joy and celebration.

It’s more than just a dance—it’s an opportunity for my students to take pride in their achievements, practice social skills, and create memories that will inspire them to keep working hard. These resources will help foster a sense of belonging and community, while also rewarding my students for their perseverance and teamwork.

Your generosity will make this event a special moment they will remember and inspire them to continue reaching for success in the classroom

Mrs. Hayes East End Preparatory School Grades PreK-2

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.

Nashville, TN View local requests

More than a third 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

31 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
QGHOT Basketball Tapestry Cool Sneaker Poster Basketball Shoes Tapestry Wall Hanging Sport Sneakerhead Backdrop Sneaker Head Party Decoration for Teen Boys Girls Room Bedroom Drom Decor 60x50in • Amazon Business $13.99 3 $41.97
Sneaker Party Honeycomb Centerpieces 12Pcs Sneaker Birthday Party Decorations Sneaker Shoes Table Centerpieces Sneaker Favor Party Table Decorations for Sport Shoese Baby Shower Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Sneaker Shoes Party Decorations Sports Theme Cutout Banners Birthday Party Supplies for Basketball Baby Shower Decor • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Sneaker Balloons Classic No.23 Player Balloons Basketball Sneaker Shoes Balloon for Sneaker Ball Decorations Basketball Party Decorations Birthday Party Decorations for Boys Men • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98

Materials cost

$139.91

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$172.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$30.35

Total project goal

$202.36

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