By KABOOM! | February 7, 2022
From the very beginning, Black leaders recognized the value of parks and playgrounds and advocated at all levels for investment in, and access to, these spaces.
Learn about the history of playspace equity
By KABOOM! | January 21, 2022
Through the Play Everywhere Design Challenge, the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation and KABOOM! offer a pathway for communities across Western New York and Southeast Michigan to create safe, exciting places for kids to do what they do best: play.
Learn more about the Challenge winners
By KABOOM! | December 1, 2021
Integrating play into children’s everyday lives is fundamental to the development of the social-emotional, cognitive, and self-regulation skills that allow kids to manage increased stress from the pandemic.
Learn more about the research
By KABOOM! | November 15, 2021
Engaging teens is crucial to creating a space they can be truly excited to use, but also to build trust and collaboration with young community members, creating a more cohesive community in the long-term.
See what teen leaders accomplished at Grand Avenue Park
By KABOOM! | October 20, 2021
By KABOOM! | September 17, 2021
Play Everywhere innovations feature unique designs to get kids playing
By Ronda Jackson | August 23, 2021
American Rescue Plan dollars represent a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest in communities.
Learn more about how playgrounds can improve communities and community health outcomes
By KABOOM! | August 20, 2021
Play Everywhere Philly installations create inclusivity and build pathways to positive outcomes.
Read stories from two communities that won Play Everywhere Philly grants
By KABOOM! | August 5, 2021
When KABOOM! partnered with Franklin Elementary School to revitalize an outdated schoolyard, the possibility of a kid-designed playspace created a ripple effect across the Oakland community, bringing together countless individuals and organizations committed to creating a space that will help every Franklin student can unlock their greatest potential.
Everything is special about Franklin Elementary. Find out why.
By KABOOM! | July 1, 2021
Together, we're addressing inequitable access to recreation and open spaces in six county parks.
Learn more and see early plans for the new playspaces