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Having dependable equipment storage keeps our dugout and travel days running smoothly.\r\n\r\nThe Mizuno socks not only complete our uniform look, but also give our players the comfort and confidence they need on the field. Feeling unified and game-ready makes a big difference in team pride and performance.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly supports our athletes and helps create a positive, professional environment for them to compete in. We are truly grateful for your investment in our team!","fullyFundedDate":1771449934330,"projectUrl":"project/essential-items-for-a-successful-season/10102361/","projectTitle":"Essential Items for A Successful Season!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Burgess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7444406_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y352&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678887083250","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7444406"},{"teacherId":7444406,"projectId":10100728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the YETI Hopper cooler! 🥎\r\n\r\nThis cooler will make a huge difference for our softball team as we travel to away games and host teams at home. Being able to keep drinks cold and readily available helps our athletes stay hydrated, focused, and performing at their best—especially during long game days and hot weather.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just providing a cooler; it helps us take better care of our players and build a stronger team environment. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and investment in our athletes. Thank you for making a lasting impact on our program!","fullyFundedDate":1771360023276,"projectUrl":"project/a-game-changing-cooler-for-our-softball/10100728/","projectTitle":"A Game-Changing Cooler for Our Softball Team!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Burgess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7444406_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y352&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678887083250","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7444406"},{"teacherId":7444406,"projectId":10098604,"letterContent":"Your generous donation of the Yeti Camino bag means so much to our softball team! This bag will help us keep our first aid supplies, female hygiene items, and other essential softball equipment organized and easily accessible at every game.\r\n\r\nHaving a reliable, durable bag to transport these important items ensures our players are prepared, comfortable, and taken care of—both on and off the field. Your support helps us focus on competing with confidence, knowing we have what we need when we need it.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our team and for making a direct impact on our athletes. We are truly grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1771449934581,"projectUrl":"project/durable-gear-bag-for-our-softball-team/10098604/","projectTitle":"Durable Gear Bag for Our Softball Team!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Burgess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7444406_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y352&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678887083250","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7444406"},{"teacherId":8423666,"projectId":10099137,"letterContent":"Thank you to our anonymous daughter from LA. You have always stepped up and you have always come through for our young athletes you have provided uniforms you have provided equipment now you have provided air rechargeable rechargeable AirPods these things do not seem like a big deal but when you have soccer, you have football on the field it's a long way away to try to get an air pump and find somewhere to plug it in these rechargeable AirPods we use for all sports including basketball. Thanks again for trying to reach out and help us with our projects.","fullyFundedDate":1771267431499,"projectUrl":"project/rechargeable-air-pumps-for-sports/10099137/","projectTitle":"Rechargeable Air Pumps for Sports","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Magera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8423666"},{"teacherId":8423666,"projectId":10092397,"letterContent":"Thank you to our anonymous downer from LA. You have been such a big supporter of our athletic teams and our school over the year. These baseballs were desperately needed and we still need more with three baseball teams is very difficult to have enough supplies to get through the season with your help we'll be able to do some things that we are not going to be able to do in the past. \r\n\r\nThe baseball games will be able to play this year. We'll be able to add more games now that we have received these baseballs from you. The players are so excited to be able to have more games to play this year than they have them previous years.\r\n\r\nThank you again for being our biggest supporter. We are truly grateful for your help.","fullyFundedDate":1770832256276,"projectUrl":"project/take-me-out-to-the-ballgame/10092397/","projectTitle":"Take Me Out to the Ballgame","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Magera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8423666"},{"teacherId":8423666,"projectId":9646077,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in our young ladies and our athletic programs. These young ladies were so excited when the equipment came and they were able to start using it. Our boys had received this equipment earlier in the year and the girls were so so jealous. Now they have their own massage, gun, guns, foam rollers, etc., to get to work. They have been so excited in using these these every every day. \r\n\r\nThe boxes came. I opened them up and displayed the items out for the girls to see they keep them in my office and they come and get them whenever they need them.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing these for our young ladies. They are so excited. They can't wait to use them every day and they love working out and now that they know that they have tools to help him recover.","fullyFundedDate":1757016635976,"projectUrl":"project/girls-need-tools-for-recovery-too/9646077/","projectTitle":"Girls Need Tools for Recovery Too","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Magera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8423666"},{"teacherId":9021760,"projectId":10101578,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Step Up to the Plate: Equipment for Every Athlete! Because of your generosity, our baseball and softball programs now each have two Tanner tees that are in excellent condition and ready for daily use. This season, we had not been able to use any tees at all because our old ones were torn up and no longer usable. Now, our athletes can consistently work on hitting fundamentals by using the tees to drive balls into the net during practice.\r\n\r\nWhen the new tees arrived, the excitement was immediate. Players were eager to set them up and get to work on their swings. For many of them, it felt like a fresh start—an opportunity to truly focus on mechanics, hand placement, and contact point. Having reliable equipment has allowed us to slow the game down, break down swing fundamentals, and build confidence one rep at a time.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue incorporating tee work into our daily hitting progression. These drills are helping transform our players' approach at the plate and take their game to the next level. 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Now, every player has the opportunity to step onto the field ready to learn and compete.\r\n\r\nWhen the new gloves arrived, the students were beyond excited. They immediately wanted to try them on, and you could see the confidence grow as they felt how comfortable and high-quality they were. They love the way the gloves look and feel, and for some of them, it was the first time using a glove that truly fit properly. That excitement translated directly into more focused, energetic practices.\r\n\r\nWith these additional gloves, we are able to run more efficient infield and outfield drills without players having to sit out or wait to borrow equipment. Our next steps include continuing to build defensive fundamentals—fielding ground balls, tracking fly balls, and improving reaction time. Because of your support, every player now has the tools they need to grow, stay engaged, and build confidence on the field.","fullyFundedDate":1771267431009,"projectUrl":"project/every-player-deserves-a-glove/10099044/","projectTitle":"Every Player Deserves a Glove","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Marcengill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9021760_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723556049408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9021760"},{"teacherId":7444406,"projectId":10099107,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding a Wilson A2000 glove for our softball team. Your donation has made a meaningful impact on our athletes, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our program.\r\n\r\nThe Wilson A2000 is more than just a glove — it is a high-quality, durable piece of equipment that will help our players grow in confidence and skill. 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With your generosity, our baseball and softball players now have the bats they need to practice and play safely. During our first practice with the new equipment, you could see the excitement on every student's face — they were eager to step up to the plate, take swings, and work on their hitting skills. Having the right equipment has made practice more engaging and effective for every player.\r\n\r\nThe students were thrilled when they first saw the new bats. Some immediately started practicing drills they hadn't been able to do before, and others encouraged their teammates to try new techniques. Your support has given them not just tools, but confidence and motivation to improve.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll continue using the bats in our regular practices and upcoming games, focusing on teamwork, skill development, and sportsmanship. Thanks to you, our players are better equipped to grow as athletes and as a team. 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About this school
Rainbow Lake Middle School is
a rural public school
in Chesnee, South Carolina that is part of Spartanburg County School District 2.
It serves 973 students
in grades 6 - 8 with a student/teacher ratio of 21.6:1.
Its teachers have had 260 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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27%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Rainbow Lake Middle School
$158,346
raised using DonorsChoose
260
projects
funded
16
teachers
funded
221
donors
7
projects
for
basic supplies
19
projects for
technology
2
projects for
books
2
projects
for
art supplies
Rainbow Lake Middle School has received support from
56 individuals from South Carolina and
165 individuals out-of-state.