Some dedicated Montgomery County residents have banded together to renovate and revolutionize an aging playground at Chestnut Street and Wile Avenue in Souderton. The playground, which has long been and continues to be a gathering place for area children and families, is in desperate need of repair. But, rather than simply replace a few existing structures with new ones, the group has set a goal to raise enough funds to reinvent the play area to make it more accessible for children (and adults!) with special needs. This unique new playground will be a wonderful gift not only for the community of Souderton, but to families across the greater Bucks-Mont region.
A fundraising campaign is underway with a goal to raise $65,000 before breaking ground early this Summer, which would mean the playground will be ready for families this Fall! Several fundraising events have been planned including a recent one at Jumpin' Jack's Inflatable Playland and an upcoming Block Party on June 23rd. The Chestnut Street Playground Community Cares fund is also something that both businesses and individuals can support through tax-deductible cash donations or by volunteering to help support the campaign hands-on.
A video of the playground plans can be viewed here. Some highlights include:
- Adaptive Seats with Belts,
- 5 ft. wide black-top pathways for wheelchair and walker accessibility,
- Pour and Play Matting,
- Music Maker with drums, rattles, wheels and more encourage learning and intellectual growth,
- Play-set including brail for the blind.
Anyone wishing to be a part of this exciting project can visit www.ChestnutStreetPlayground.org for more information.
Be sure to join us at the Block Party on June 23rd to celebrate alongside the many commnity supporters of this wonderful project!
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