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Mr. Diamantas from Philadelphia, PA is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fueling Fitness

Help me give my students Scooter super set, rebounder net, hop sackers and bowling pins to help students to stay active, healthy, and engaged in PE, fostering a vibrant and well-rounded learning environment.

  • $1,492 goal

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Physical Education plays a crucial role in a well-rounded education, fostering physical fitness, teamwork, and discipline among students. However, many educational institutions face budget constraints that hinder their ability to provide comprehensive PE programs.

Sports Equipment: By receiving donations of variety sports equipment such as Scooter super set, rebounder net, hop sackers and bowling pins students can engage in a variety of physical activities.

This will not only promote their physical fitness but also instill teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship skills. Furthermore, access to proper sports equipment will encourage participation in extracurricular sports, leading to healthier and more active lifestyles.

The primary goal of this project is to ensure that all students have equal access to quality PE education, regardless of their economic background. By receiving donations, the school can create an inclusive learning environment that accommodates the needs of every student.

The project aims to promote students' physical, mental, and emotional well-being. PE classes, enriched by the donations, will not only improve physical fitness but also foster self-confidence, discipline, and resilience, enabling students to excel in various aspects of their lives.

What makes our students special. Our students come from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. This diversity enriches the learning environment, encouraging the exchange of ideas and promoting tolerance and understanding.

The ultimate goal of this project is to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment that fosters the holistic development of our students. Their diversity, resilience, and enthusiasm make them truly special, and by investing in their physical education, we invest in their future success and well-being. Let us come together as a community to provide our students with the resources they need to thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Mr. Diamantas Stephen Decatur Elementary School Grades 6-8

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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

800 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
FlagHouse Scooter Super Set, 16 Inches • School Specialty $563.99 1 $563.99
Rebounder Net • School Specialty $128.99 2 $257.98
Sportime Small HopSackers, 11 x 11 x 25 Inches, Assorted Colors, Set of 6 • School Specialty $112.94 1 $112.94
Poly Bowling Pins, Weighted, Set of 10 • School Specialty $54.52 2 $109.04
Sportime Juggling Scarves, 17 x 17 Inches, Set of 12 • School Specialty $14.02 3 $42.06
FlagHouse Plastic Chicken • School Specialty $11.99 2 $23.98

Materials cost

$1,109.99

Vendor shipping charges

 $111.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,267.64

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$223.70

Total project goal

$1,491.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,491.34

5 Donors

-$490.25

Donations toward project cost

-$434.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$56.04

match offer

-$980.51

Match offer toward project cost

-$833.43

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$147.08

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.59

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 $0.00

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