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Ms. Solis from Van Nuys, CA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Power of Play

Help me give my students the opportunity to get moving with sports equipment to build teamwork.

  • $857 goal

This project expired on August 31, 2025.

This project expired on August 31, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Physical education in our classrooms plays a vital role in fostering healthy habits, building confidence, and promoting overall well-being from a young age.

Through active play and structured physical activities, students not only develop essential motor skills and fitness, but also learn the value of teamwork, cooperation, and respect for others.

Using soccer ball, jump ropes, hula hoops, and any team-based games and group challenges create opportunities for children to practice communication, problem-solving, and leadership in supportive, real-life scenarios. These experiences lay the foundation for lifelong social and emotional growth, helping students thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Prioritizing physical education, schools nurture healthier, more connected, and resilient learners.

Ms. Solis Cohasset Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Van Nuys, CA 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

26 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Copernicus Physical Education Cart, 41 x 23 x 44 Inches - Grades K-8 - Kids - Lightweight - Durable • School Specialty $359.96 1 $359.96
Physical Education Kit, 7 Assorted Balls & 14 Assorted Size Jump Ropes/Kit (CHUUPGSET2) • Quill.com $91.88 1 $91.88
Physical Education Parachute 12 ft Dia • Grainger $51.44 1 $51.44
Macro Giant 6 Inch PU Foam Soccer Ball, Red, Blue, Black, Yellow, Set of 4, Kickball, Beginner, Backyard Games • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$533.27

Vendor shipping charges

$107.99

Sales tax

$48.79

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$728.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$128.48

Total project goal

$856.53

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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