A Government Shutdown and Its Impact on Play
Think that a federal government shutdown won’t have an impact on neighborhood playgrounds? The federal government shutdown could have both long and short-term effects on…
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A Summer with KABOOM!
This summer, KABOOM! had the privilege of hosting a University of Delaware Biden Institute summer intern, Grace Mahony. Grace is beginning her junior year this…
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Why We Need Close to Home Outdoor Recreation Alternatives
Learn more about the legislation Congress is considering to increase access to nature and public spaces. While parks and access to nature are critically important…
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Mapping Playground Access in Philadelphia
KABOOM! recently partnered with Vanguard Strong Start for Kids and Childcare Aware of America (CCAoA) to understand the landscape of playspace equity in Philadelphia for…
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KABOOM!’s Take on the Federal Budget and Its Impact on Our Federal Policy Goals
Last week President Biden unveiled his FY 24 Budget Proposal. While this will be subject to negotiations with Congress over the coming months and leaders…
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A Legacy of Leadership: Black Community Organizations and Social Change
Join us this Black History Month as we acknowledge and celebrate the enduring contributions of Black leaders that create stronger communities and opportunities where Black…
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Why Mandatory Recess Policies Are Needed
Lysa Ratliff, KABOOM!’s CEO, is serving as an At-Large Member of Maryland Governor-Elect Wes Moore’s Transition Team. Read the comments she submitted to the incoming…
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Uvalde: Community Healing Through Community Service
After the unthinkable tragedy at Robb Elementary School on May 24, 2022 the City of Uvalde, KABOOM!, and the Archewell Foundation to joined together to…
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Good Things (Can) Take Time
A passion project nearly 20 years in the making, this summer’s collaboration with the Police Athletic League of Wilmington (PALW) and Discover to help answer…
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Playgrounds are a Bipartisan Issue
What the 2022 midterm elections mean for KABOOM’s advocacy work. Playgrounds are a bipartisan issue, which is a good thing now there is a divided…
