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Dr. Defoe from Miami, FL is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Full Court Press: Support Our Squad!

Help me give my students these training equipment and supplies for their upcoming basketball season.

  • 3 donors
  • $464 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 sound of sneakers squeaking on the court, and the rhythmic bounce of the ball, define the heart and hustle of our basketball squad. Our players give their all during practices and yearn to improve.

By supporting our team with essential basketball supplies—quality basketballs, training equipment, you’re not just providing gear; you’re investing in confidence, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence.

Jerseys with different colors or reversible designs help distinguish teams during practice, making drills, plays, and in-game strategies more effective. Players can focus on execution rather than confusion over who's on which side. A full-court press demands explosive bursts of energy over extended periods. Key electrolytes like sodium and potassium are lost. Gatorade helps replace these vital nutrients, keeping muscles firing and preventing cramps that could slow down our defensive intensity.

A variety of training cones will allow us to run dynamic and effective drills that improve agility, and footwork, practice defensive positioning, and simulate game-like scenarios. Having quality basketball nets attached to our rims makes a big difference when tracking made shots. With your support, we can equip our team with the essentials needed to train harder, play smarter, and dominate the court. Let’s give our athletes the resources they deserve—because champions are built long before game day!

Dr. Defoe Aventura Waterways Preparatory Academy Grades 6-8

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.

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Miami, FL View local requests

More than half of 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

130 students impacted 3donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wilson Junior NBA Authentic Indoor-Outdoor Basketball, 7 Inch • School Specialty $68.99 2 $137.98
Gatorade Thirst Quencher, Frost Variety Pack 2.0, 12 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $17.49 5 $87.45
Machine Washable Sports Training Jerseys Bibs. Numbered Front and Back Pinnies for Game Play. Comfortable Polyester Vests • Amazon Business $46.98 1 $46.98
NEIJIANG Basketball Net Replacement, 2024 Upgrade Thick Professional Basketball Nets Heavy Duty Outdoor, All Weather Anti Whip Color Never Fade -12 Loops (Red White Blue) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Cones Sports for Kids, Small Training Cones Set for Soccer Practice, 24 Pack 7 Inch Agility Field Cone Marker for Football Basketball Drills, Plastic Multi color Baseball Cone for Outdoor Indoor Games • Amazon Business $16.49 1 $16.49
Cones Sports for Kids, Small Training Cones Set for Soccer Practice, 24 Pack 7 Inch Agility Field Cone Marker for Football Basketball Drills, Plastic Multi color Baseball Cone for Outdoor Indoor Games • Amazon Business $16.49 1 $16.49

Materials cost

$345.38

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.80

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$394.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.59

Total project goal

$463.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $463.95

2 Donors

-$308.95

Donations toward project cost

-$262.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.34

match offer

-$155.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$131.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.25

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 $0.00

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