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Swing for the Fence

Help me give my students a baseball bat with which they can compete and practice this coming baseball season.
Teacher CORTEZ
Gladys Porter Early College High School
Brownsville, TX
  • 2 donors so far
  • $410 still needed

Seeking Improvement

Help me give my students this pocket radar to see the progress of their hard work in pitching and swinging in baseball.
Teacher CORTEZ
Gladys Porter Early College High School
Brownsville, TX
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  • $513 still needed

New Uniform for a New Beginning

Help me give my students wear a new set of baseball pants for this coming baseball season.
Teacher CORTEZ
Gladys Porter Early College High School
Brownsville, TX
  • 2 donors so far
  • $695 still needed

The White Pearl

Help me give my students the opportunity to be able to practice baseball with a new ball.
Teacher CORTEZ
Gladys Porter Early College High School
Brownsville, TX
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  • $785 still needed
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Past projects 29

  • The Right Blue

    Funded Jan 3, 2025

    As a coach for a baseball team, the resources provided, which were gloves, come in handy in our everyday routine. There are several of my students that form a part of the varsity team that were lacking this resources. You and I both know that a glove is almost the most essential thing to a baseball player.

    When my students were first given the news that we had received this donation, they couldn't believe the fact that someone else out there, like myself, believed in them and went above and beyond to provide what was needed. They were in complete awe and disbelief, but so grateful the moment they found out that it would help them grow as players.”

    With gratitude,

    Teacher CORTEZ

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation and one other donor.
  • The Right Tool

    Funded Jan 3, 2025

    When my students were first told that we received this generous gift, they were ecstatic. How is it that someone, out of the kindness of their heart, donated this team? They couldn't believe their eyes when they saw the baseball bat . You have shown them hope. This act of compassion compelled them and encouraged them to play with a spirit of excellence.

    As a sports' team our aspirations and goals are set pretty high. Right now our desire, as a team, is to make it to the playoffs, so that is what we are striving for. Your contribution has really motivated my students and myself. It show us that there are many other people that believe in us. Thank you so much! We greatly appreciate it. Blessings!”

    With gratitude,

    Teacher CORTEZ

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation and one other donor.
  • Look Good to Play Good

    Funded Dec 12, 2024

    We, as a baseball team, are extremely grateful for the enhancement factor you been to us through this donation. When I submitted this application for the donation, I wanted this so badly for them. I recognize that these are merely material things, but they make a huge difference in the attitude of the players. As you might know we received some baseball pants. Like I said before, you might think of these things as material things, but they are much more than that. These donations have allowed us to look the par.

    When my students were first told that we received this generous gift, they were ecstatic. How is it that someone, out of the kindness of their heart, donated this team? They couldn't believe their eyes. You have shown them hope. This act of compassion compelled them and encouraged them to play with a spirit of excellence.

    As a sports' team our aspirations and goals are set pretty high. Right now our desire, as a team, is to make it to the playoffs, so that is what we are striving for. Your contribution has really motivated my students and myself. It show us that there are many other people that believe in us. Thank you so much! We greatly appreciate it. Blessings!”

    With gratitude,

    Teacher CORTEZ

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation and one other donor.
  • For the First Time

    Funded Dec 29, 2024

    As a coach for a baseball team, the resources provided, which was a baseball glove , come in handy in our everyday routine. There are several of my students that form a part of the varsity team that were lacking this resources. You and I both know that a glove is almost the most essential thing to a baseball player.

    When my students were first given the news that we had received this donation, they couldn't believe the fact that someone else out there, like myself, believed in them and went above and beyond to provide what was needed. They were in complete awe and disbelief, but so grateful the moment they found out that it would help them grow as players.

    As we start off our 2025 season, my students have renewed their energies and strength by this contribution that shouts compassion. We are currently off to a great start for the season, and have great goals and dreams to achieve throughout the year. Thank you for making this possible for us. You have impacted our lives more than you can fathom.”

    With gratitude,

    Teacher CORTEZ

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation and one other donor.
  • Carrying Hope

    Funded Jan 11, 2025

    As we start off our 2025 season, my students have renewed their energies and strength by this contribution that shouts compassion. We are currently off to a great start for the season, and have great goals and dreams to achieve throughout the year. Thank you for making this possible for us. You have impacted our lives more than you can fat him. This back pack will not only carry baseball equipment it will also carry hope for this coming season.”

    With gratitude,

    Teacher CORTEZ

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation and one other donor.
  • The First Impression

    Funded May 14, 2024

    As a coach for a baseball team, the resources provided, which was a baseball glove , come in handy in our everyday routine. There are several of my students that form a part of the varsity team that were lacking this resources. You and I both know that a glove is almost the most essential thing to a baseball player.

    When my students were first given the news that we had received this donation, they couldn't believe the fact that someone else out there, like myself, believed in them and went above and beyond to provide what was needed. They were in complete awe and disbelief, but so grateful the moment they found out that it would help them grow as players.

    As we start off our 2025 season, my students have renewed their energies and strength by this contribution that shouts compassion. We are currently off to a great start for the season, and have great goals and dreams to achieve throughout the year. Thank you for making this possible for us. You have impacted our lives more than you can fathom.”

    With gratitude,

    Teacher CORTEZ

    This classroom project was brought to life by Kleenex and 2 other donors.
Many of my students are forced to grow up too soon because of their upbringing; they come from broken homes many times. If you take the time to get to know them, you will quickly come to the realization that they all have goals and aspirations, but can't see past their limitations. My school is located in what is considered one of the poorest areas in the state right across the border from Mexico. Although it's geographic location doesn't seem to be in our favor, there are people willing to make a difference in the life of those who see the "poorest city" label as hopelessness. Being a of light and hope is what keeps the school moving forward.

About my class

Many of my students are forced to grow up too soon because of their upbringing; they come from broken homes many times. If you take the time to get to know them, you will quickly come to the realization that they all have goals and aspirations, but can't see past their limitations. My school is located in what is considered one of the poorest areas in the state right across the border from Mexico. Although it's geographic location doesn't seem to be in our favor, there are people willing to make a difference in the life of those who see the "poorest city" label as hopelessness. Being a of light and hope is what keeps the school moving forward.

About my class

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