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Mr. Albert from Santa Rosa, CA is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Special Education PE Equipment - Adaptive PE

Help me give my students variety of balance and strength equipment for specialized Adapted PE lessons for students with gross motor deficiencies. These students all have IEP’s and this equipment would help reach their goals.

  • $1,054 goal

This project expired on May 22, 2025.

This project expired on May 22, 2025.

My Project

I am writing to request the acquisition of physical education equipment designed to support the development of balance, coordination, and strength for children with special needs. These children often face unique challenges in physical activity, and having access to specialized equipment can help them build essential motor skills in a safe and encouraging environment. Items such as balance boards, bosu balls, weighted balls, and adaptive resistance bands would provide valuable opportunities for these students to engage in exercises tailored to their abilities. With these resources, we can foster their physical growth, improve their overall fitness, and promote greater independence in physical tasks. Thank you for considering this important addition to our physical education program.

Mr. Albert Manzanita Elementary School Grades 3-5

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Santa Rosa, CA View local requests

More than a third 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

50 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bosu Home Gym Equipment The Original Balance Trainer 26 Inch Diameter • Amazon Business $144.99 3 $434.97
Bosu 6.5-Inch Diameter Unisex Dynamic 2-Sided Home Workout Balance Ball Pods for Strength and Flexibility, Blue (2 Pack) • Amazon Business $29.95 5 $149.75
WALIKI Hopper Ball | Adults 13-101 | Hoppity Hop | Jumping Hopping Ball | Space Hopper | Purple 29” • Amazon Business $27.99 3 $83.97
Gaiam Kids Active Seat Peanut Shaped Bounce Desk Chair -Exercise Yoga Balance Sitting Ball - Sensory Toys- Flexible Seating, Wiggle Seat for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $19.92 3 $59.76
AppleRound Inflated Wobble Cushion with Hand Pump, Air Stability Board (Extra Thick), Core Balance Disc for Adults, Sensory Wiggle Seat for Kids, Flexible Seating for All Age, 13.5in / 34cm Diameter • Amazon Business $17.90 3 $53.70

Materials cost

$782.15

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $71.57

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$895.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$158.02

Total project goal

$1,053.47

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