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Teacher Elder from Camden, NJ is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Importance of Providing School Pants for Students in Need

Help me give my students pants to fit in with their peers in and out of class.

  • 2 donors
  • $161 goal

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Teacher Elder has another project! Donate to Uniform Shirts to help their classroom.

All donations currently doubled!
You can complete this project for $80.
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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 Project

Clothing plays a crucial role in a student’s self-esteem and overall mental well-being. For students who do not have access to multiple pairs of school pants, the stress of wearing the same worn-out or ill-fitting clothes can negatively impact their confidence and sense of belonging. When students feel self-conscious about their appearance, they may struggle to focus in class, hesitate to participate in social activities, or even avoid school altogether. Providing school pants to students in need helps remove this barrier, allowing them to engage fully in their education without fear of embarrassment or judgment.

The ability to dress like their peers fosters a sense of inclusion, which is vital during adolescence when social acceptance is highly valued.

Students who do not have proper clothing may feel isolated or targeted for bullying, leading to increased anxiety, depression, and lower self-worth. When schools and communities provide school pants to those in need, they send a message that every student deserves to feel comfortable and respected. This small act of support can significantly improve students’ mental health and help them build positive relationships with their classmates.

Furthermore, ensuring students have appropriate clothing promotes equality in the classroom. When all students adhere to the same dress code without visible economic disparities, it creates an environment where they can focus on their studies rather than their differences. Providing school pants is not just about clothing—it is about dignity, confidence, and ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.

Teacher Elder Eastside High School Grades 9-12

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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Camden, NJ View local requests

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

80 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
adidas Men's 3-Stripes Tricot Tapered Track Pants, Black/Lucid Pink • Amazon Business $41.00 1 $41.00
adidas Men's 3-Stripes Tricot Tapered Track Pants, White/Black • Amazon Business $32.06 1 $32.06
adidas Men's 3-Stripes Tricot Tapered Track Pants, Pure Ruby • Amazon Business $32.06 1 $32.06

Materials cost

$105.12

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$136.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.12

Total project goal

$160.82

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $160.82

1 Donor

-$80.41

Donations toward project cost

-$68.35

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.06

match offer

-$80.41

Match offer toward project cost

-$68.35

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.06

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 $0.00

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