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Ms. McCallum from Portland, ME is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Making Recess More Fun!

Help me give my students soccer equipment and recess materials to provide more activities for students to choose from. This also includes a cart to store the equipment.

  • 4 donors
  • $568 goal

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My Project

At our school, students thrive when they have opportunities to stay active, build teamwork skills, and engage in positive play. We are seeking support to bring new soccer equipment, a rolling storage cart, and other engaging playground materials to our recess and outdoor activity time. These resources will help create a more inclusive and structured environment where all students can find something they enjoy, feel safe, and have fun while being active.

Soccer is a favorite among our students, but our current equipment is limited.

Students often complain of feeling unsafe during the games and that students are not playing fairly. With new goals, cones, pinnies, and official red and yellow cards, students can play organized games that promote collaboration, physical fitness, and sportsmanship. We are also requesting a sturdy rolling storage cart to keep everything organized and easy to transport, ensuring materials are accessible and cared for, while also making setup and cleanup smoother for our staff and student leaders.

In addition to soccer gear, we want to offer a variety of other playground materials—like jump ropes, chalk, and playground balls—so students have many activity options that suit different interests and energy levels. By creating a well-equipped and structured play space, we aim to foster a positive and safe environment where students can develop social-emotional skills, take healthy risks, and experience joy throughout the school day.

Ms. McCallum Howard C Reiche Community School Grades 3-5

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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Portland, ME 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

400 students impacted 4donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Snail Garage Sports Equipment Storage Organizer Sports Ball Storage Rolling Cart with Basket and Hooks Lockable Sports Ball Cage Storage Rack for Garages, Playgroup, Gym and Schools, Black • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
L RUNNZER Kids Soccer Goal, Pop Up Soccer Goal Net for Backyard, Set of 2 with Portable Carrying Case • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Mikasa 4-Square Rubber Playground Ball, 8-1/2 Inches, Set of 6, Assorted Colors - Elementary-Middle School - Kids - Durability • School Specialty $59.92 1 $59.92
Color My Class Game Cones - 12" - Prism Pack • Teachers' School Supply $57.64 1 $57.64
24 Pack Scrimmage Team Soccer Pinnies Vests Jerseys Mercerized Fabric Team Training Practice Vests Pinnies for Youth Adult Sports Basketball, Soccer, Football, Volleyball • Amazon Business $45.99 1 $45.99
School Smart Sidewalk Chalk Tub, Assorted Colors, Pack of 52 • School Specialty $9.82 4 $39.28
Champion Sports Plastic Segmented Jump Rope 8', Yellow & White, Pack of 6 (CHSPR8-6) • Quill.com $27.74 1 $27.74
Coopay 32 Pieces Bug Viewer Critter Insect Cage Magnifying Insect Box Bug Magnifier Container Bug Catcher Cage, Science Nature Exploration Toys • Amazon Business $16.82 1 $16.82
Friencity Soccer Referee Card Sets, Warning Referee Red and Yellow Cards with Wallet Score Sheets, Pencil Accessories, 2 Packs • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98

Materials cost

$409.35

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.26

Sales tax

 $20.47

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$482.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$85.10

Total project goal

$567.32

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $567.32

4 Donors

-$549.67

Donations toward project cost

-$482.22

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$67.45

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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 $0.00

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