Playspace Building FAQ

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Q. I want to build a playspace! How do I get started?
A. First, you can start forming a planning committee and organize the project from the start to the finish. We have a number of resources to help you with that. Check out the following tools and trainings we offer for playground organizers:

Project Planner
The KaBOOM! Project Planner will take you through every part of the playspace building process, from idea to ongoing maintenance.

Online Training
KaBOOM! staff and outside experts lead regular, free online training sessions on specific aspects of playground planning, building, and advocacy. There are also "on demand" modules available that you can watch anytime.

Toolkit
This section is broken down by planning committees, and guides each planning committee through the whole process, start to finish. It even includes over 130 (and counting) fundraising ideas and details on how to create a winning grant application.

Q. How can I get funding for my project?
A. The KaBOOM! website has all kinds of resources to help you raise money for your project.

The KaBOOM! Toolkit - Fundraising
Learn how to prepare a fundraising strategy, apply for local foundation grants, get local businesses to contribute, and host special fundraising events. This step-by-step fundraising guide has lots of great ideas and practical how-tos.

Grant opportunities
KaBOOM! offers communities occasional grant opportunities to begin or complete playspace projects, thanks to our dedicated and generous Funding Partners.

101+ Fundraising Ideas wiki
Need an idea for a fundraiser? We've got over 101 ideas listed here! Got a great idea for a fundraiser? Add it!

Training opportunities
KaBOOM! offers free webinars on fundraising and other topics.

KaBOOM!-led builds
We are currently doing outreach to locate potential community partners in cities and towns across North America to create playspaces with KaBOOM! and our corporate partners.

More ideas can be found here.

Q. Can I volunteer for a playground build?
A. Search for a project in your area at kaboom.org/build.

Q. I have more questions.
A. Please contact us through our web contact form. We'd be happy to help you.