You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts
Donate
To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Skip to main content

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

This teacher needs your help!

Coach Davis from Las Vegas, NV is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Coach Davis is requesting

Our School Basketball Experience

Help me give my students the best experience in learning the game of basketball. With this equipment, my students will be able to give the best experience while also eventually trying to get a college scholarship.

  • $682 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Keep the momentum going! Make a donation to Coach Davis for their next project!

Help Coach Davis

Keep the momentum going! Make a donation to Coach Davis for their next project!

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

Impact of Requested Basketball Equipment on Student Learning

The basketball equipment we are requesting, including new basketballs, hoops, uniforms, and other essentials, will directly impact our students' learning and development in several ways:

Physical Fitness: By having access to quality equipment, our students will be able to engage in regular physical activity, improving their overall health and well-being.

Skill Development: Proper equipment will allow our students to practice and hone their basketball skills effectively, leading to improved performance on the court.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Playing basketball as a team requires coordination, communication, and collaboration. With the right equipment, students can enhance their teamwork skills and build strong relationships with their peers.

Goals for the Project

Our primary goals for this project include:

Enhancing Sports Program: By securing the necessary basketball equipment, we aim to enhance our school's sports program and provide opportunities for students to participate in organized sports activities.

Promoting Physical Activity: We strive to promote physical activity among our students and encourage a healthy lifestyle through regular participation in basketball games and practices.

Fostering a Sense of Community: Through basketball, we aim to foster a sense of community and school spirit among our students, parents, and faculty members.

Unique Qualities of Our Students

Our students are special because of their dedication, resilience, and passion for learning. They exhibit a strong sense of teamwork and support for one another, both on and off the court. Our students are committed to excellence and continuously strive to improve themselves, making them stand out as exceptional individuals within our school community.

Coach Davis Mater Academy East 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 Coach Davis

Las Vegas, NV 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

150 students impacted 1donor

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Coach Davis is requesting.

See our finances

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wilson NCAA EVO NXT Game Ball, 28-1/2 Inches • School Specialty $210.82 1 $210.82
Baden Steel Basketball Rack with Wheels – 3-Tier Rolling Ball Racks for Garage with Wheel Locks, Sports Equipment Storage Basketball Holder for 12 Balls • Amazon Business $127.85 1 $127.85
WILSON NCAA Replica • Amazon Business $40.95 3 $122.85
YISSVIC Agility Ladder and Cones 20 Feet 12 Adjustable Rungs Fitness Speed Training Equipment,1 Carry Bags, 10 Cones, 4 Stakes, Basketball, Soccer • Amazon Business $16.96 1 $16.96
Super Z Outlet 7.5" Bright Neon Colored Orange, Yellow, Red, Green Cones Sports Equipment for Fitness Training, Traffic Safety Practice (24 Pack) • Amazon Business $16.65 1 $16.65
EDaycy Electric Ball Pump (20psi), Portable Basketball Pump with 2 Needles, Rechargeable Air Pump Ball Inflator for Basketball Soccer Volleyball Football Sports Ball Equipment • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
Super Z Outlet Bright Orange Round Cones Sports Equipment for Fitness Training (20 Pack) • Amazon Business $11.75 1 $11.75

Materials cost

$520.37

Vendor shipping charges

 $21.08

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$579.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.22

Total project goal

$681.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $681.48

1 Donor

-$681.48

Donations toward project cost

-$579.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$102.22

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

View complete list Show less

Give the most requested basic supplies

See teacher requests

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

Project Activity
Back to top

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Coach Davis and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works
{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"NV","teacherPossessivePronoun":"their","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":4,"name":"High School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":false,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/our-school-basketball-experience/8323880/","mayHaveReplacements":true,"numStudents":150,"teacherScreenName":"Coach Davis","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"1732742738","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"schoolCity":"Las Vegas","teachersOnPage":[8160201],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":false,"proposalId":8323880,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":0,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"authorIds":{"8160201":{"owner":"Coach Davis","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[8323880],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/136/teacher-placeholder-1_136.png","teacherHasProfilePhoto":false,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":21,"teacherChallengeId":21842158,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":null,"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":8160201,"schoolCounty":"Clark","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"NV","name":"Nevada"}}