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Ms. Zaia from Chicago, IL is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Step Up Your Game: Donate for New Basketball Shoes!

Help me give my students proper shoes for playing basketball. I'm currently co-coaching a team, with many children who live in shelters. These children have been practicing and playing games with inadequate footwear.

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Wearing proper basketball shoes is essential for both performance and injury prevention. The right shoes provide support and stability, enhancing agility, speed, and jumping ability on the court. They offer cushioning to reduce impact on joints, preventing injuries like ankle sprains and knee strains. Proper shoes also improve traction, allowing players to make quick cuts and changes in direction with confidence. By donating to provide quality basketball shoes, you can empower aspiring athletes to reach their full potential, fostering a safer and more competitive environment. Your contribution can make a significant impact, supporting young talents as they pursue their dreams on the basketball court.

Ms. Zaia Peace & Education Coalition High School Grades 9-12

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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

6 students impacted 10donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
adidas Men's Ownthegame Basketball Shoe • Amazon Business $71.05 2 $142.10
adidas Men's Ownthegame Basketball Shoe • Amazon Business $95.01 1 $95.01
adidas Men's Ownthegame Basketball Shoe • Amazon Business $62.83 1 $62.83
adidas Men's Ownthegame Basketball Shoe • Amazon Business $60.94 1 $60.94
adidas Men's Ownthegame Basketball Shoe • Amazon Business $56.09 1 $56.09

Materials cost

$416.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$453.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.98

Total project goal

$533.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $533.20

8 Donors

-$527.32

Donations toward project cost

-$453.22

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.10

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$5.88

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 $0.00

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