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Coach Austin from Camden NJ is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Unity on the Field: Empowering Diversity through Sports

Help me give my students a range of sports equipment including batting tees, gloves, footballs, pitching nets, helmets, and protective gear.

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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.

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

In our vibrant school community, where diversity thrives, sports serve as a unifying force, bringing together English Language Learners (ELL) and General Education (Gen Ed) students irrespective of their backgrounds or financial status. Our sports programs not only foster teamwork and camaraderie but also provide a safe haven for our youth, steering them away from the dangers of the streets.

What I love most about our students is their resilience and passion for sports.

Each resource we're requesting plays a crucial role in enhancing their learning and overall experience on the field. The Champion Sports Deluxe Batting Tee, Rawlings RSB Slowpitch Softball Glove, and SKLZ Hitting Stick Batting Swing Trainer Select for Softball will refine their batting skills, promoting precision and technique. The CHAMPRO Fastpitch Softball Catcher's Set and Rawlings Shutout Fastpitch Softball Glove ensure our catchers and fielders are equipped with the necessary protection and gear to excel in their positions. Additionally, the Easton Ghost Softball Batting Helmets and RIP-IT Vision Classic 2.0 Softball Batting Helmets prioritize safety, instilling confidence as our players step up to bat.

Our goal with this project is to provide our softball team with the resources they need to thrive and succeed both on and off the field. By supplying these essential items, we aim to enhance their skills, boost their confidence, and foster a sense of belonging within the team.

What truly sets our students apart is their ability to come together, regardless of their differences, and work towards a common goal. Their dedication to sports not only promotes physical fitness but also cultivates valuable life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. With your support, we can continue to empower our diverse student body through the power of sports, nurturing a community where every child has the opportunity to shine.

Coach Austin
Grades 6-8

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
CHAMPRO Fastpitch Softball Catcher's Set - Headgear, Chest Protector, Leg Guards, Black, Age 9 & Up (CBSF9) • Amazon Business $167.63 2 $335.26
Easton | JEN SCHRO THE VERY BEST Catcher's Chest Protector | Fastpitch Softball | Medium | White • Amazon Business $161.18 2 $322.36
Rawlings | RSB Slowpitch Softball Glove | Left Hand Throw | 13" - Basket Web • Amazon Business $39.99 8 $319.92
RIP-IT | Vision Classic 2.0 Softball Batting Helmet | Black Pinstripe | Lightweight Women's Sport Equipment • Amazon Business $49.99 4 $199.96
Easton | JEN SCHRO THE VERY BEST Catcher's Chest Protector | Fastpitch Softball | Large | White • Amazon Business $161.18 1 $161.18
Easton | GHOST Softball Batting Helmet | Two-Tone Matt Black/Charcoal | Large/XLarge • Amazon Business $69.95 2 $139.90
Easton | GHOST Softball Batting Helmet | Two-Tone Matt Black/Charcoal | Medium/Large • Amazon Business $69.95 2 $139.90
Easton | GHOST Softball Batting Helmet | Two-Tone Matt Black/Charcoal | T-Ball/Small • Amazon Business $69.95 2 $139.90
Easton | GHOST Softball Batting Helmet | Matte Charcoal | Medium/Large • Amazon Business $69.95 2 $139.90
Rawlings | COOLFLO HIGHLIGHTER Batting Helmet | Face Guard Included | One Size Fits Most 6 1/2"-7 1/2" | Matte Black • Amazon Business $54.95 2 $109.90
Rawlings | COOLFLO HIGHLIGHTER Batting Helmet | Face Guard Included | One Size Fits Most 6 1/2"-7 1/2" | Matte White • Amazon Business $54.09 2 $108.18
Champion Sports Deluxe Batting Tee - Mounted Adjustable Telescopic Batting Tee • Amazon Business $28.04 3 $84.12
Rawlings | SHUT OUT Fastpitch Softball First Base Mitt | Left Hand Throw | 12" - Single Post Double Bar Web | Black • Amazon Business $69.95 1 $69.95
Rawlings Shutout Fastpitch Softball Glove, RSOFBMBW-3/0 13 SP/CV • Amazon Business $64.95 1 $64.95
SKLZ Hitting Stick Batting Swing Trainer Select for Softball with Impact Absorbing Handle, 52", Black • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
GoSports Baseball & Softball 4 Piece Premium Base Set - Heavy-Duty for Athletes • Amazon Business $31.94 1 $31.94
SKLZ PitchBack Baseball and Softball Pitching Net and Rebounder, Black/Red, 2' 9" x 4' 8" • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
DeMarini Plastic Bat Weight (Red, 16-Ounce) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$2,455.28

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$36.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,522.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$445.08

Total project goal

$2,967.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$2,967.19

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$2,967.19

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