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Mr. Gordon from New York, NY is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ping Me!

Help me give my students a JOOLA ping pong table for our school.

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Table tennis is also a good aerobic exercise that can help develop tactical thinking skills and hand-eye coordination. A Japanese brain imaging study found that just 10 minutes of table tennis increases activity in the prefrontal cortex and cerebellum.

The benefits of table tennis for mental health

As depicted in the graphic, one in four of us will be affected by mental or neurological disorders at some point in our lives. Physical activity is shown to reduce stress, anxiety, and the risk of depression, and table tennis, as a flexible sport suitable for everyone, is a fantastic way to enjoy these benefits. Here are five ways table tennis positively impacts mental health:

Enhanced Mood: Table tennis can trigger the release of neurotransmitters associated with happiness and contentment, fostering enjoyment and upliftment.

Stress Reduction: The game requires quick decision-making and reflexes, diverting attention from sources of worry and anxiety, leading to relaxation and calm.

Anxiety Alleviation: The focused concentration needed during gameplay can quiet anxious thoughts, promoting mindfulness and emotional well-being.

Cognitive Stimulation: Beyond its physical aspects, table tennis challenges cognitive functions like attention, memory, and problem-solving, improving mental acuity over time.

Social Connection: Whether playing casually with friends or in organized events, table tennis promotes social interaction and a sense of belonging, creating a supportive network that enhances mental well-being.

Table tennis can help students relieve stress and improve mental health.

Table tennis improves mental acuity by challenging cognitive functions like attention, memory, and problem-solving.

The fast-paced nature of the sport stimulates mental alertness and concentration.

The excitement and anticipation of playing table tennis causes the brain to release more endorphins, which can improve mood.

Mr. Gordon Quest to Learn 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.

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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

250 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
JOOLA Inside - Professional MDF Indoor Table Tennis Table with Quick Clamp Ping Pong Net and Post Set - 10 Minute Easy Assembly - Ping Pong Table with Single Player Playback Mode • Amazon Business $524.95 1 $524.95

Materials cost

$524.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$562.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.32

Total project goal

$662.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $662.14

2 Donors

-$662.14

Donations toward project cost

-$562.82

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$99.32

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 $0.00

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