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Mr. Valdez from Cudahy, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Running Gear for Rocket Runners

Help me give my students the necessary running accessories while training with the school's running club.

  • $697 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 Students

They are interested in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and improving their physical fitness. They are looking forward to the challenge of building long distance running endurance. Having a set goal of completing running events and following through teaches them how perseverance yields success. This is a lesson that can be applied to all parts of their lives

The students are inquisitive, bright, and enthusiastic learners.

Unfortunately, many families are experiencing unemployment, evictions, COVID-19, and loss of loved ones. Many students in our community live in small apartments or homes where they live with several families due to the high cost of living. Some families can't afford to buy basic school supplies for their children, much less items needed for long distance running.

My Project

Your donations will help our school's running club to have runners accessories to be able to train and reach their goal. These running items will provide comfort for students while training and will teach them the necessary skills for preparing for a running event.

The families of our runners are unable to buy the proper equipment that the students need to participate in long-distance running.

Quality water bottles, waist band packs and headbands will help students train for long-distance running. The waistband packs allow students to use while running to be able to carry snacks and necessary items for their long distance run. The water bottles are a great running accessory that allows students to stay hydrated throughout their races. Obtaining the necessary athletic equipment from DonorsChoose will provide students the necessary resources to train and reach their goal.

Mr. Valdez Ellen Ochoa Learning Center Grades 6-8

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 Mr. Valdez

Cudahy, CA 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

24 students impacted 10donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Polar Bottle Sport Insulated Water Bottle 2-Pack - BPA-Free, Sport & Bike Squeeze Bottle with Handle • Amazon Business $22.00 12 $264.00
Waist Pack Bag for Men&Women - Waterproof Fanny Pack with Adjustable Strap for Workout Traveling Casual Running. (Black-02) • Amazon Business $7.79 20 $155.80
poshei Mens Headband (4 Pack), Mens Sweatband & Sports Headband for Running, Cycling, Yoga, Basketball - Stretchy Moisture Wicking Hairband (Black/Green/Blue/Dark Grey) • Amazon Business $14.99 4 $59.96
poshei Mens Headband (4 Pack), Mens Sweatband & Sports Headband for Running, Cycling, Yoga, Basketball - Stretchy Moisture Wicking Hairband • Amazon Business $13.98 2 $27.96

Materials cost

$507.72

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $46.46

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$591.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.44

Total project goal

$696.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $696.24

8 Donors

-$247.57

Donations toward project cost

-$213.43

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.14

Matching donations from our partners

-$445.14

Match offers toward project cost

-$378.37

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.77

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$3.52

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 $0.00

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