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Mr. Herrington from Memphis, TN is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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We Have the Basket But No Balls

Help me give my students the basketball equipment they need to shine on the court and grow as a team.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Herrington's classroom raised $258

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My Project

The use of basketballs is used every day in my practices. We dribble and shoot with them every day along with many other things. These basketballs will help my players develop better dribbling and shooting skills. These basketballs will hopefully develop the next Stephen Curry, Kyrie Irving, or Klay Thompson. One can dream big!

Basic equipment like new basketballs, and bags for the basketballs will give our players the tools they need to develop their skills and build their confidence.

Many of our students come from families where purchasing personal basketball equipment isn't always possible. Your donation will help ensure that every player, regardless of their background, has access to quality equipment and feels like a valued member of our team.

By supporting this project, you're not just giving equipment - you're investing in our players' sense of belonging and pride. You're helping our 5th graders leave a lasting legacy and our new players build a strong foundation for years to come.

Project tagged as

Memphis, TN
Grades 3-5
Team Sports
Sports & Exercise Equipment
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mr. Herrington Winchester Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Memphis, TN 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

HBCU Alum 150 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

BROTOU Extra Large Sports Ball Bag Mesh Socce Ball Bag Heavy Duty Drawstring Bags Team Work for Holding Basketball, Volleyball, Baseball, Swimming Gear with Shoulder Strap • Amazon Business $15.67 3 $47.01

WILSON NBA DRV Series Basketball - DRV, Brown, Size 6-28.5" • Amazon Business $15.79 2 $31.58

WILSON NBA DRV Series Basketball - DRV, Brown, Size 7 - 29.5" • Amazon Business $15.78 2 $31.56

WILSON NBA DRV Series Basketball - DRV, Brown, Size 5 - 27.5" • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98

Champion Sports Rubber Intermediate Basketball, Heavy Duty - Pro-Style Basketballs, Premium Basketball Equipment, Indoor Outdoor - Sports Education Supplies (Size 6, Red) • Amazon Business $11.90 2 $23.80

Champion Sports Rubber Junior Basketball, Heavy Duty Pro-Style Basketballs, Premium Basketball Equipment, Indoor Outdoor - Physical Education Supplies (Size 5, Blue) • Amazon Business $11.26 2 $22.52

Materials cost			$186.45
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$2.80
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$219.25
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$38.69
Total project goal			$257.94
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$257.94
2 Donors			-$128.09
Donations toward project cost			-$110.38
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$17.71
match offer			-$128.08
Match offer toward project cost			-$108.87
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$19.21
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$1.77
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

We Have the Basket But No Balls

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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