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Ms. Brown from De Kalb, MS is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Gear up for Success: Empowering Athletes with the Right Equipment

Help me give my students and athletes training equipment, washing detergent and gear to have a success school year in athletics.

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$655 goal

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Student athletes need both washing detergent and compression shirts for different but equally important reasons. Athletes are constantly sweating and their clothes can quickly accumulate bacteria, sweat, and odor. Regular washing with quality detergent helps keep their gear clean and hygienic. Sports gear, especially items like jerseys and shorts are often made from technical fabrics. Using the right detergent helps preserve the integrity of these materials and prevents them from breaking down prematurely. Compression shirts provide support to muscles during and after activity. They help reduce muscle fatigue, enhance circulation, and support quicker recovery by promoting blood flow. In short, detergent ensure athletes stay clean and healthy, while compression shirts enhance performance and recovery. Both essential for keeping student athletes at their best.

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De Kalb, MS
Grades 9-12
Gym & Fitness
Team Sports
Food, Clothing & Hygiene
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Brown Kemper County Middle and High School Grades 9-12

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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

HBCU Alum 40 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Niksa Men's Compression Shirts 3/5 Pack,Short Sleeve Athletic Compression Tops Cool Dry Workout T Shirt • Amazon Business $37.49 1 $37.49

Tuanse 12 Pack Agility Training Sport Cones 9 Inch Flexible Marker Cones with Carry Bag Plastic Soccer Basketball Training Equipment for Indoor Outdoor Speed Grab Drills (Black) • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99

Niksa Men's Compression Shirts 3/5 Pack,Short Sleeve Athletic Compression Tops Cool Dry Workout T Shirt • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99

Niksa Men's Compression Shirts 3/5 Pack,Short Sleeve Athletic Compression Tops Cool Dry Workout T Shirt • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99

Gain Flings HE Laundry Detergent Capsules, Original Scent, 56 oz., 76 Capsules (09485) • Quill.com $29.99 1 $29.99

Pull Up Assistance Bands, Pull Up Bands, Resistance Bands, Natural Latex Workout Bands, Exercise Bands, Resistance Band Set for Working Out, Muscle Training, Physical Therapy, Shape Body • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98

Niksa Men's Compression Shirts 3/5 Pack,Short Sleeve Athletic Compression Tops Cool Dry Workout T Shirt • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99

Fiada Dribbling Goggles Basketball Sports Basketball Glasses Adjustable Dribbling Black Goggles Basketball Training Equipment • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99

OxiClean Versatile Stain Remover, Regular, 115.52 oz. (5703700069) • Quill.com $21.59 1 $21.59

Gatorade Thirst Quencher Powder, Glacier Cherry, 76.5 oz Canister • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98

Gatorade Thirst Quencher Powder, Orange, 76.5 oz • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98

Tide PODS 3-in-1 HE Laundry Detergent Capsules, Spring Meadow, 42 Capsules, 35oz (09924) • Quill.com $14.59 1 $14.59

Gatorade Thirst Quencher Powder, Frost Glacier Freeze, 76.5 Ounce • Amazon Business $13.28 1 $13.28

Jucoan 2 Pack Basketball Coach Clipboard, 13-3/4 x 8-3/4 Inch Dry Erase Coaching Board, Double-Sided Full and Haft Court Marker Tactic Board, Coaching Equipment for School Sports Training, Game Plan • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost			$484.78
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$33.93
3rd party payment processing fee			$7.27
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$555.98
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$98.11
Total project goal			$654.09
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$654.09
2 Donors			-$285.49
Donations toward project cost			-$277.99
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$7.50
Matching donations from our partners			-$327.05
Match offers toward project cost			-$277.99
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$49.06
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$41.56
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

Gear up for Success: Empowering Athletes with the Right Equipment

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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Project tagged as

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

Equity Focus

More about Ms. Brown

Boost your odds

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

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Give back to your community

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.