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Mr. Castillo from Bronx, NY is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Comfort and Confidence: Providing Essential for the Basketball Team

Help me give my students essentials to support them in and out of school.

  • 1 donor
  • $1,289 still needed

expires May 21

  • 1 donor
  • $1,289 still needed
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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

I work with an incredible group of students who inspire me every day. Many of them come from under-resourced communities and face challenges that extend beyond the classroom. Despite these difficulties, they show up ready to learn, grow, and succeed.

Our school serves a diverse population, including students from low-income families, students learning English as a new language, and those who have overcome significant obstacles in their lives.

Each one of them deserves to feel comfortable and confident, both in school and beyond.

This project will provide our students with essential items: socks and shirts. These simple yet vital necessities can have a profound impact on their daily lives.

Many of my students come to school without access to adequate clothing. Clean socks and shirts might seem like small things, but they make a huge difference in how students feel about themselves. When students are comfortable and dressed appropriately, they are more likely to focus on their studies, participate in activities, and engage confidently with their peers.

With your support, I will distribute these items to students in need, ensuring they have access to clean, comfortable clothing that helps them feel prepared and valued. This project is about more than just clothing—it’s about showing our students that we care about their well-being and want them to succeed.

A lack of basic necessities like clothing can negatively impact a student’s confidence, attendance, and ability to learn. By addressing this need, we’re helping to remove one more barrier to their success. Together, we can create a school environment where every student feels seen, supported, and ready to thrive.

Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to meeting their needs and creating a more supportive and inclusive school community.

Mr. Castillo East Bronx Academy for Future Grades 9-12

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

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. Castillo

Bronx, NY 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

Never Before Funded 50 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nike Hoops Elite Pro Basketball Backpack Black Silver DA1922 011 • Amazon Business $89.92 5 $449.60
Nike Men's Dri-Fit Everyday Cushioned Crew Socks | Cotton (Everyday, White, Medium, 6 Pairs) • Amazon Business $33.27 6 $199.62
Nike Men's Park Short Sleeve T Shirt • Amazon Business $34.95 5 $174.75
Nike Men's Park Short Sleeve T Shirt • Amazon Business $26.98 5 $134.90
Nike Men's Park VII Shorts Sleeve Jersey • Amazon Business $22.99 5 $114.95

Materials cost

$1,073.82

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,119.93

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$197.63

Total project goal

$1,317.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,317.56

1 Donor

-$25.00

Donations toward project cost

-$25.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $1,288.15

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