Stories

Powerful stories of how KABOOM! transforms communities across the country

Mapping Playground Access in Philadelphia

By KABOOM! | April 4, 2023

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 children ages 0-6, and to identify priority areas for investment in playspaces.

KABOOM!’s Take on the Federal Budget and Its Impact on Our Federal Policy Goals

By KABOOM! | March 20, 2023

KABOOM's take on President Biden's FY 24 Budget proposal and why it gives us and our partners hope for the upcoming year.

A Legacy of Leadership: Black Community Organizations and Social Change 

By KABOOM! | February 1, 2023

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 children can experience joy and the many benefits of play and recreation.

Read more about the enduring contributions of Black leaders that create stronger communities and opportunities where Black children can experience joy and the many benefits of play and recreation.

Why Mandatory Recess Policies Are Needed

By KABOOM! | January 11, 2023

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 Administration on the importance of introducing a mandatory recess policy in the State of Maryland.

Uvalde: Community Healing Through Community Service

By KABOOM! | December 20, 2022

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 unite the community in a positive way. Learn more about how Uvalde is healing through community service.

Good Things (Can) Take Time

By KABOOM! | December 12, 2022

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 the call to provide a safe place for children in the Northeast Wilmington community to play.

Playgrounds are a Bipartisan Issue

By KABOOM! | November 21, 2022

What the 2022 midterm elections mean for KABOOM's advocacy work.

Working with DigDeep to meet the critical needs of kids

By KABOOM! | October 14, 2022

The observation of Hispanic Heritage Month takes place annually from September 15th-October 15th. In celebration of the rich heritage, culture and contributions of the Hispanic community, we are honored to highlight the inspiring story of this resilient Mexican-American community in El Paso, Texas.

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Working across sectors to support kids’ mental and physical health

By KABOOM! | October 11, 2022

We are committed to supporting kids’ wholistic health, recently we took two important steps toward strengthening the mental and physical health of children, families, and communities.

Equity in Parks: Celebrating the Contributions of Hispanic & Latino Leaders in Parks and Recreation

By KABOOM! | September 21, 2022

Hispanic Heritage Month, observed annually from September 15th-October 15th, is a time set aside to celebrate the contributions, history, and culture of people from Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Spain.

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