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Mr. Collins from New York, NY is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Lady Wolverines Need Hoop Help!

My students need basketball equipment for practice and games.

  • $1,048 goal

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My Students

If you have ever played a sport, any sport, then you understand the importance of practice. It is what allows athletes to improve their skills and abilities. Unfortunately, due to severe budget cuts, our girls' basketball team cannot afford the equipment necessary to field a team.

The skill level varies on our team.

Some of the girls have been playing basketball for a few years while others are experiencing the joys of playing for the first time. Most of our girls have never experienced playing an organized sport before. They may have played pick-up basketball in a park or in their physical education classes, but were never a part of an organized league. When they become part of a team, it really has a positive impact on their lives. They feel as if they belong to something, regardless of their skill level. They bond with each other and develop as a team in ways they could never imagine. Aside from enjoying playing the sport, they are experiencing the sisterhood of being a teammate.

My Project

Due to the severe budget cut experienced in the New York City schools we are no longer able to afford the equipment necessary to field a team. We are currently down to two basketballs. The ball bag to transfer the equipment is ripping apart. Other peripheral equipment has been damaged and/or needs to be replaced due to the wear and tear of the years. We cannot run effective and efficient practices without this equipment. Our players cannot develop and hone their skills and our team cannot improve.

Any donation would be so very appreciated.

I do not see how our team will be able to compete and we as coaches will not be able to improve the individual skills of our girls without your help. They are so very committed and are very willing to put in the hard work, but sometimes that just isn't enough. You can change all of that with your donation. You can help our girls continue to be a part of this positive experience and have a tremendous impact on their lives.

Mr. Collins Richard R. Green High School of Teaching 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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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

17 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
BALL BASKETBALL TF-1000 LEGACY WOMENS 28.5'' NFHS • School Specialty $46.54 10 $465.40
CONES SAFETY ASSORTED COLORS 18 INCH SET OF 6 • School Specialty $61.74 1 $61.74
BAG BIG MESH BAG BLACK WHITE • School Specialty $19.94 3 $59.82
SCRIMMIE YOUTH SIZE GREEN • School Specialty $3.60 12 $43.20
PINNIE YOUTH YELLOW • School Specialty $3.41 10 $34.10
CONE HALF DOME W/WIRE RACK SET OF 48 • School Specialty $30.39 1 $30.39
WHISTLE METAL ACME THUNDERER • School Specialty $8.54 3 $25.62
MARKERS REPACK SPOT POLY 9'' - SET OF 12 - SCHOOL SMART • School Specialty $24.69 1 $24.69
SPOT MARKERS UTILITY/SEQUENCING 10'' - SCHOOL SMART SET OF 6 • School Specialty $18.99 1 $18.99
SCOREBOOK BASKETBALL MARK V • School Specialty $7.59 1 $7.59

Materials cost

$771.54

Vendor shipping charges

 $77.15

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$890.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$157.10

Total project goal

$1,047.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,047.36

1 Donor

-$1,047.36

Donations toward project cost

-$890.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$157.10

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