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Ms. Waite from Bridgeport, CT is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Unplug and Play: Board Games for Engagement

Help me give my students brand new board games to play with during recess.

  • $674 goal

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

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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

Our classroom thrives when learning feels like play—and board games are one of the best tools we have to encourage critical thinking, cooperation, and fun. Unfortunately, many of the games we currently have are missing essential pieces and can no longer be used. The excitement students feel when pulling a game off the shelf quickly turns to disappointment when they realize it's incomplete.

This project will help bring a fresh collection of engaging, age-appropriate board games into our classroom.

These games will be used to build social skills, encourage problem-solving, and give students meaningful screen-free time to connect with peers. Whether it's a rainy day recess or a brain break after a tough lesson, board games create opportunities for teamwork, strategy, and joy.

With your support, we can replace our worn-out games with new favorites that will last for years to come!

Ms. Waite Roosevelt 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.

Bridgeport, CT 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

29 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hasbro Classic Jenga Game - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $23.17 3 $69.51
Hasbro Classic Twister Party Game - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $32.02 2 $64.04
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $9.97 5 $49.85
MAGNA-TILES Stardust 15-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The ORIGINAL Magnetic Building Brand, 3-99 Years with 4 Mirrored Squares • Amazon Business $21.83 2 $43.66
Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom Of Sweet Adventures Board Game For Kids, Easter Gifts for Boys & Girls, 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $12.99 3 $38.97
Hasbro Gaming Chutes and Ladders Board Game | 2 to 4 Players | Preschool Games for Boys & Girls| Easter Gifts for Kids | Ages 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $12.99 3 $38.97
Hasbro Gaming Battleship with Planes | 2-Player Strategy Board Games for Kids | Easter Gifts for Boys & Girls | Ages 7+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
Sooez 20 Pack Mesh Zipper Pouch Document Bag with Label Pocket, Plastic Zip File Document Folders, Letter Size A4 Size Zipper Document Bag Zip Document Pouch for School Office Supplies, Black • Amazon Business $16.98 2 $33.96
Hasbro Gaming Guess Who? People & Pets Board Game Edition | The Original Guessing Game | Easter Gifts for Girls & Boys | Ages 6+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.39 2 $32.78
Hasbro Gaming Operation Junior Board Game | Operation Game for Younger Kids | Ages 3 and Up | 2 to 4 Players | Preschool Games | Fun Games for Preschoolers • Amazon Business $8.04 3 $24.12
Pressman Toy Double Six Wooden Dominoes, 28 Pieces Wooden Dominoes Six • Amazon Business $5.99 3 $17.97
Hasbro Gaming Trouble Board Game for Kids Ages 5 and Up 2-4 Players (Packaging may vary) • Amazon Business $8.98 2 $17.96
Play-Doh Bulk 10-Pack Case of Assorted Colors, Easter Basket Stuffers, Party Favors for Girls & Boys, Kids Arts & Crafts, Preschool Toys, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Hasbro Gaming Hi Ho Cherry-O: CoComelon Edition Board Game, Counting, Numbers, and Matching Game for Preschoolers, 2-3 Players, Ages 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Hasbro Gaming Don't Break The Ice Preschool Game, Board Games for Kids Ages 3 and Up • Amazon Business $12.75 1 $12.75
Hasbro Ants in The Pants Preschool Game for Kids Ages 3+, Fun Board Game for 2-4 Players • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$521.48

Vendor shipping charges

$13.36

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$572.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.06

Total project goal

$673.72

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