February 2012
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We've got summer internships! →
Washington D.C. Internships
Alumni Program Intern - Develop a community that have been part of a KaBOOM! Build.
Community Engagement Intern - Train, support, and help create opportunities for grassroots playground building and activism.
Outreach Intern - Find the communities where KaBOOM! will build our next playground.
San Mateo, CA or Washington D.C. Internships
Philanthropy Intern -...
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Head to the Nearest Playground or Park!
pdxkidsfun:
This seems to be constantly overlooked by many parents, especially these days with so many accounts of child kidnapping attempts. Rest assured though, rates of occurrence for that happening are slim to none, and if you choose your playground right, you’ll be fine.
I recommend heading over to Google Maps, and entering the search for “Playground” or “Park” near your city. When...
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January 2012
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PAUSE: A playground fit for Tony Hawk.
killscreendaily:
My new favorite blog is Playscapes which is all about playground design. These were designed by Danish playground design firm Kompan.
-Jamin Warren
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We love Playscapes too!
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Play Today, Lead Tomorrow
From our CEO and Founder, Darell Hammond:
I was humbled and honored to be recognized as a Schwab Social Entrepreneur of the Year. One of the benefits is an invitation to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, being held January 25-29. In considering what a community builder and play advocate brings to this gathering of thought leaders, I thought it is the perfect place to talk about the...
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8 ways to empower kids to take charge of their own... →
Good ideas in here. Check it out parents!
Playgrounds
theartofsimplepleasures:
I’m a firm believer in the idea that no one is too old to play on a swingset.
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Attention Greater Dallas, TX Area
We are actively looking for new communities to partner with in the greater Dallas, TX area to build playgrounds!
If you, or someone you know, are part of a great child-serving organization in Dallas, please contact Tim at twilliamson@kaboom.org or call him at (202) 464-6070.
Need more info? Check out kaboom.org/communitypartner!
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Watch“SERIOUSLY! is a creative documentary that turns the work ethic on its head and reveals how vital play is to our health, happiness, and the future of life. Go to seriouslythemovie.com to find out more and help us finish the film.” (by Gwen Gordon)
December 2011
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