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Mr. T from Houston, TX is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brook Backpacks

Help me give my students backpacks to carry their supplies around while playing sports.

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A backpack can be an essential tool for student athletes, providing a convenient and organized way to carry their sports gear. With dedicated compartments for shoes, uniforms, water bottles, and other equipment, it ensures everything stays organized and easily accessible, making game days and practices more efficient. A donation to provide backpacks for these student athletes would directly support their athletic needs, offering them a reliable way to transport their gear. This gift not only reduces the burden of carrying heavy or disorganized items but also empowers students to focus on their performance rather than worrying about how to carry their equipment. Your contribution would make a significant impact on their sports experience, encouraging both organization and readiness.

Mr. T Forest Brook Middle School Grades 6-8

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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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.

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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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Jexine 10 Pcs Backpacks in Bulk 16.5 Inches Back Pack Basic Backpack for Adult Lightweight Outdoor Travel Book Bags(Black) • Amazon Business $35.99 4 $143.96

Materials cost

$143.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.16

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$176.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$31.08

Total project goal

$207.20

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Total project goal

 $207.20

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 $207.20

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