Playground area build
A community wishes to build a playground area in a low-income housing complex that will provide a place for children to play and help bridge the gap in youth obesity, self-esteem and anxiety issues, among the many other benefits that play brings to participating youths.
Why It Matters
The location for the proposed playground area is in a low-income neighborhood where families may not have transportation to take their children to a gym or larger city park. Without the opportunity or access to a designated play area, children may turn to an excess of screen time or engage in undesired activities. Building this new playground in this location will help give more children the opportunity to play, exercise and have social interaction.
The Impact
“I am invested in this town and active in the community, I raised my children here,” said Sandra Collins as she explained why she nominated this project. “I have worked in housing for over 20 years and have seen the struggles that many low-income families and their children face."
While this playground area may not solve all of those struggles it will help bridge the gap in youth obesity, self-esteem issues, anxiety and help build stronger immune systems in our local youth. They need an outlet for their energy and a safe place to hang out.
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