Swing Forward – Details, episodes & analysis

Today’s new story:

A Hidden Burden on Low-Income Communities That Philanthropy Can Help Fix

Citations:

https://www.philanthropy.com/article/a-hidden-burden-on-low-income-communities-that-philanthropy-can-help-fix

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Today’s new story:

City of New Orleans Unveils “The Big Green Easy” Parks Plan

Citations:

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/LANOLA/bulletins/38b69b7

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Today’s new stories:

1. Gov. Pritzker, IDNR announce $54.9M in grants for 111 local park and recreation projects

Citations:

https://www.wandtv.com/news/gov-pritzker-idnr-announce-54-9m-in-grants-for-111-local-park-and-recreation-projects/article_90ba2614-bfa2-11ee-8619-abd6e5c95ad1.html

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Today’s new stories:

1. Temporary Lahaina school to receive world-class playground

2. At FDR Park’s new playground, designers say being a little scared is kind of the point

Citations:

https://mauinow.com/2024/02/09/temporary-lahaina-school-to-receive-world-class-playground/

https://www.inquirer.com/life/fdr-park-new-playground-swings-20240210.html

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Today’s new stories:

1. US cities’ outlook for 2024

2. To Help Grantees Win Infrastructure Dollars, Business as Usual Won’t Cut It

Citations:

https://www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/smart-cities-trends-outlook-2024/706060/

https://www.philanthropy.com/article/to-help-grantees-win-infrastructure-dollars-business-as-usual-wont-cut-it

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Today’s new stories:

1. Six-Year CUNY Study on Community Parks Initiative Finds Renovated Parks Can Uplift Neighborhoods

2. Marine science-themed playground with giant climbable fish opens in Hudson River Park

3. Lead found in soil at Trenton elementary school playground; students to be tested

4. State taking no further action on lead levels in Wappingers Falls playground

5. New Jersey Establishes Nonprofit Parks and Open Space Foundation

Citations:

https://thecitylife.org/2024/01/25/six-year-cuny-study-on-community-parks-initiative-finds-renovated-parks-can-uplift-neighborhoods-next-20-sites-announced-for-transformational-investments/

https://www.6sqft.com/marine-science-playground-opens-pier-26-hudson-river-park/

https://newjersey.news12.com/lead-found-soil-trenton-elementary-school-playground-students-to-be-tested

https://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/story/news/local/2024/01/26/no-further-action-on-lead-levels-in-wappingers-falls-playground/72354155007/

https://www.thesandpaper.net/articles/new-jersey-establishes-nonprofit-parks-and-open-space-foundation/

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Today’s new stories:

1. Lincoln to upgrade playgrounds using Land and Water Conservation Fund grant

2. Lilly Endowment commits $80 million for improvements to Indianapolis parks

3. Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Awards $20.6 Million in Local Park Grants

4. 6 new parks coming to Denver neighborhoods

5. KABOOM! Senior Advisor Isaac Castillo discusses our Playspace Inequity Prioritization Index with public radio in Michigan

Citations:

https://www.1011now.com/2024/01/23/seven-lincoln-playgrounds-undergo-renovations-with-600000-grant/

https://www.wfyi.org/news/articles/lilly-endowment-commits-80-million-to

https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/releases/?req=20240125c

https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/denver-new-parks/73-4957f77f-3c66-4969-83a5-fa02587973c9

https://www.wgvunews.org/the-shelley-irwin-show/2024-01-29/kaboom-has-made-an-impact-in-west-michigan-and-continues-nationally

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Today’s new story:
1. Joya Playground lights up Farmers Branch, TX

Citations:

https://kkyr.com/amazing-glow-in-the-dark-playground-opens-in-texas/

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/glow-in-the-dark-playground-opens-in-farmers-branch/3440389/

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Today’s new stories:
1. Punk Kid Sets up Sharpie Tattoo Shop in Playground Tunnel

Citations:

https://thehardtimes.net/culture/punk-kid-sets-up-sharpie-tattoo-shop-in-playground-tunnel/

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Today’s new stories:

1. Stockton, CA residents demand more places to play
2. Parents and librarians debate the value of playgrounds at libraries
3. 77 schools in Dakshina Kannada lack playgrounds
4. Start-ups form the Decarbonized Cement and Concrete Alliance (DC2)

Citations:

https://www.recordnet.com/story/news/politics/government/2024/01/15/stockton-moves-forward-with-inclusive-playground/72196924007/

https://ca.movies.yahoo.com/parents-librarians-face-off-online-112600869.html

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mangaluru/77-government-schools-have-no-playground-in-dk/articleshow/106912998.cms

https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/clean-industry/these-startups-are-teaming-up-to-decarbonize-cement-and-concrete

About Swing Forward
Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo.

About KABOOM!
KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.