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Hello Mr. Winter, Thank you for your message and interest in our opportunity. Unfortunately, we are currently not able to upgrade equipment. The build will be a large new set and we are looking for schools that are deficient in equipment or have old equipment that needs to be replaced. However, KaBOOM! is committed to helping your playground dreams become reality! We offer a variety of ** Workshops, Tools and Resources  ** that can get you started on the path to success. · **KaBOOM! Forums**: At __ [|kaboom.org/forums]  __ you can connect with other community groups building playgrounds! If you register for kaboom.org, you can use the Forums to ask questions, share experiences and learn from others, plus you’ll gain access to KaBOOM! planning tools, news and research about play available only to registered users. · **The KaBOOM! Toolkit**: The KaBOOM! Toolkit digs into the nuts and bolts (no pun intended) of how to create a community-build playspace. From fundraising to volunteer recruitment, the Toolkit can guide your project with over a decade's worth of knowledge, advice, and best practices in building playspaces. Visit __ www.kaboom.org/toolkit __ for the complete KaBOOM! Toolkit. · **Challenge Grants:** These grants become available periodically and are always announced on our website. Challenge grant recipients must plan their projects to be completed in a specific timeframe and must meet certain criteria (such as ensuring the project is built using the community-build model and reporting back to KaBOOM!). The grantee has access to KaBOOM! resources including trainings, publications, and technical assistance as needed. Visit [|www.kaboom.org/grants] to sign up to receive notification of new grant opportunities! · **The Playspace Finder**: With this online tool you can find and rate playgrounds, ice rinks, skateparks and fields in your community. Many groups have loaded their current playspace in the Playspace Finder as a way to highlight their need for a new playground. KaBOOM! uses this information when we are scouting for sites that need support. You can contribute to the Playspace Finder at [|www.kaboom.org/playspacefinder] ! · **Webinars:** KaBOOM! holds several webinars each month that cover topics ranging from our community-build model to fundraising to innovative side projects. To participate, all you need are a phone and an Internet connection. The sessions generally last 45-60 minutes each. Visit [|www.kaboom.org/training]  to find out more! · ** Playmaker Network: ** Want to advocate for play in your neighborhood? ** Become a Playmaker! ** The Playmaker Network is a national network of local and national advocates who are champions for promoting the importance of play. Join the network to learn more about local and national opportunities to advocate for the time and space to play for all children! · ** Community Partner Page: ** To find out more information about our opportunities with Corporate Partners, please visit [|www.kaboom.org/communitypartner]. You will find a list of where we currently have opportunities as well as a link to fill out a brief questionnaire about your site. · ** Project Planner: ** Put your playground project on the path to success using our new online DIY project planner! Build or improve a playground or other playspace in your community with the help of our step-by-step planner. It's free and easy to use. And it works: The KaBOOM! process has already helped people like you to build thousands of playgrounds across the United States. What you get: KaBOOM! keeps playground applications on file indefinitely. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to give me a call. Thank you again for your interest in working with KaBOOM!. Have a playful day! In Play, Tiffany Tiffany Jacob | Associate Coordinator, Client Services KaBOOM! | (202) 464-6170 (o) | (202) 659-0210 (f) | 4455 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite B100 Washington DC 20008 Our Vision: A great place to play within walking distance of every child in America Host a KaBOOM! Play Day and be a hero to the kids in your community! Between Sept. 19-27, 2009, thousands of communities across the U.S. will host free, fun-for-the-whole-family events that celebrate play and demonstrate the importance of play in children’s development. Plan your event with our free planner tool and you could receive a free Play Day kit. Register today at: [|kaboom.org/playday]! Tiffany Jacob | Associate Coordinator, Client Services KaBOOM! | (202) 464-6170 (o) | (202) 659-0210 (f) | 4455 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite B100 Washington DC 20008 Our Vision: A great place to play within walking distance of every child in America Host a KaBOOM! Play Day and be a hero to the kids in your community! Between Sept. 19-27, 2009, thousands of communities across the U.S. will host free, fun-for-the-whole-family events that celebrate play and demonstrate the importance of play in children’s development. Plan your event with our free planner tool and you could receive a free Play Day kit. Register today at: [|kaboom.org/playday]! We are a charter school in Georgetown, CO which is sometimes considered Denver/Metro or “Front Range” and sometimes considered rural. We also have separate toddler, preschool, and K-6 playgrounds (as required by licensing) and I would like to upgrade pieces of all. Would we qualify for the playground funding? Rick Winter Principal Georgetown Community School 504 4th Street PO Box 74 Georgetown, CO 80444 303-569-3277 Fax 303-569-2761 [|www.georgetownschool.orgemail]: principal@georgetownschoolorg // Failure comes only when we forget our ideals and objectives and principles //. - Jawaharlal Nehru, 1889-1964, Indian Nationalist and Statesman KaBOOM! a national non-profit organization has a Funding Partner that will cover the majority of the funding as well as provide volunteers to help build a playground in the Denver area in October. KaBOOM! is working to identify non-profit child serving community organizations that would benefit from and embrace the process of community built playspace partnership.
 * From: ** Tiffany Jacob [mailto:TJacob@kaboom.org]
 * Sent:** Tuesday, July 21, 2009 8:43 AM
 * To:** 'Rick Winter'
 * Subject:** RE: Playground Funding Available in Denver
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 * From: ** Rick Winter [mailto:prwtrain@msn.com]
 * Sent:** Tuesday, July 21, 2009 10:41 AM
 * To:** Tiffany Jacob
 * Subject:** Playground Funding Available in Denver
 * Playground Funding Available in Denver **
 * Attention Denver/Metro Charter Schools. The League has just been notified of the following opportunity for playground funding. If you are interested please apply directly to KaBOOM! by contacting Tiffany Jacob at 202-464-6170 or tjacob@kaboom.org as soon as possible. Thank you! **

An organization must meet the following criteria to qualify: In return, your organization will: The approximate 8-10 week planning process kicks off with a Design Day where children literally design their dream playgrounds, and culminates on Build Day where volunteers build the new playground. To be considered, please contact Tiffany Jacob at 202-464-6170 or tjacob@kaboom.org as soon as possible. KaBOOM! is a national nonprofit that envisions a great place to play within walking distance of every child in North America. KaBOOM! brings together parents, community leaders and corporate partners to facilitate the planning and design of new community playspaces. Our goal is to not only build a new playspace but use the project to strengthen existing support networks and build new community relationships. [|www.kaboom.org]
 * Fundraise $7500 USD towards the cost of equipment. We offer online webinars (www.kaboom.org/webinars) to assist with fundraising ideas.
 * Provide at least 2500 sq. feet in available land and complete any needed site preparation, i.e. removing old equipment, asphalt, grading the land.
 * Provide additional in kind responsibilities such as breakfast and lunch for Build Day, tools, restroom facilities, and a dumpster.
 * Recruit 75 volunteers for Build Day and recruit parents who are excited about serving on planning committees for an 8-10 week period leading up to Build Day.
 * Accept ownership and maintenance responsibilities for the playspace upon completion.
 * Receive a new, custom designed playground!
 * Establish an ongoing relationship with a Funding Partner throughout the planning process and for years after who is interested in having an impact on your community.
 * Bring community members together as they work toward this common goal.
 * Participate in a planning process that will teach you about fundraising, community building, media relations, etc. that can be used during future community projects.