Know a nonprofit that needs a playground?
KaBOOM! is coming to Seattle and needs some suggestions of potential organizations that could benefit from a new playground. If you’re not familiar with KaBOOM! it coordinates playground build projects in communities throughout the country. The goal is to not only build a new playspace but use the project to strengthen existing support networks and build new community relationships.
An organization must meet the following criteria to qualify:
Fundraise $7,500 towards the cost of equipment. KaBOOM! offers online webinars (www.kaboom.org/webinars) to assist with fundraising ideas.
Provide at least 2,500 sq. feet in available land and complete any needed site preparation, i.e. removing old equipment, asphalt, grading the land.
Provide additional in kind responsibilities such as breakfast and lunch for Build Day, tools, restroom facilities, and a dumpster.
Recruit 70-90 volunteers for Build Day and recruit parents who are excited about serving on planning committees for an 8-10 week period leading up to Build Day.
Accept ownership and maintenance responsibilities for the playspace upon completion.
In return, the qualifying organization will:
Receive a new, green and sustainable custom designed playground.
Establish an ongoing relationship with a funding partner throughout the planning process and for years after who is interested in having an impact on the community.
Bring community members together as they work toward this common goal.
Participate in a planning process that will teach you about fundraising, community building, media relations, etc. that can be used during future community projects.
The approximate 8-10 week planning process kicks off with a Design Day where children literally design their dream playgrounds, and culminates on Build Day where volunteers build the new playground. To be considered, please complete and submit this brief application with pictures via e-mail by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, July 9 EST.
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Visit kaboom.org to learn more and contact Tiffany Jacob at 202.464.6170 with any questions.
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