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Mr. Mercier from Denver, CO is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Active Bodies, Active Minds: Help Upgrade PE Equipment.

Help me give my students new replacement cage balls bladders for a variety of activities in Physical Education class.

  • $395 goal

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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.

My Project

The items we're requesting, including a kin-ball bladder replacement, scooter wheels, and extra soccer balls, are crucial for improving our physical education program. These tools enable us to enhance teamwork, coordination, and motor skills. The soccer balls, in particular, promote fitness and teamwork. Your support in providing these items directly benefits our students, fostering an environment where active bodies and minds thrive.

Your support will rejuvenate our physical education program through equipment upgrades, including replacing worn items and adding extra soccer balls.

These essential upgrades will allow us to use the equipment to the fullest, promoting teamwork, coordination, and fitness among our students. Moreover, as winter approaches, it's crucial to implement these improvements now to ensure our students can stay active and engaged even when it gets too cold to go outside. Your generous contribution will make it possible for us to provide a dynamic and enriching physical education experience for our students before the winter season sets in.

My students hold a special place in my heart, and I'm dedicated to their physical education. I'm passionate about providing them with opportunities for growth in fitness, teamwork, and confidence. Your support in upgrading our equipment will help me continue to nurture their development, ensuring they have every chance to succeed in my class.

Mr. Mercier Doull Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Mr. Mercier

Denver, CO 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

300 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sport Time Ultra Light Cageball Bladder, 48-Inch • Amazon Business $90.98 2 $181.96
Ultrawall Upgraded Garage Hooks, Heavy Duty Utility Steel Garage Storage Hooks, 12.4 Inch Garage Wall Mount Double Hook for Car Tires, Ladders, Chairs, Ropes and Garden Tools • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
GoSports Premier Soccer Ball with Premium Pump 6 Pack, Size 4 • Amazon Business $48.17 1 $48.17
Houseables Office Chair Wheels, Swivel Chairs Wheel, 5 Pk, 3”, Rubber, Polyurethane, Replacement Parts, Furniture Casters, Black, Roller Caster, Heavy Duty, for Garage, Rolling, Hardwood Floors • Amazon Business $16.87 1 $16.87

Materials cost

$300.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$335.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.20

Total project goal

$394.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $394.69

4 Donors

-$246.00

Donations toward project cost

-$209.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.75

Matching donations from our partners

-$148.52

Match offers toward project cost

-$126.24

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.28

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.18

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 $0.00

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