I'm honored to be recognized by Nonprofit HR as a 2024 Social Impact Women to Watch list finalist. Reading about the other finalists, I am inspired to be among so many talented women working to improve the lives of others. Congrats to all the finalists! nonprofithr.com/2024-social-im…

🏀Thank you to Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation, @ousdnews, Stephen Curry, @AyeshaCurry, and the Bhusri family for supporting the transformation of Laurel Elementary School! 400 kids now have access to a new playground, multi-sport courts, a Little Town Library, and a nature exploration area!

This video brings me back to a year ago, and the gratitude I feel is beyond measure. To the Strong, Resilient, Caring community, the partners, & volunteers who gave their gifts & time- Thank you! The work continues, and we are all the way here for it. bit.ly/3QmaGtl

At KABOOM!, we firmly believe that playspaces hold tremendous importance in shaping our childhood & futures. That's what Kevin Edwards & I discussed during our recent conversation on the Real Leaders Podcast.

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I also celebrated my friend & changemaker Dr. Lisa N. Herring at @cbcfinc. She’s taking on a new role as Strategic Advisor to the Sec. of Education that will more broadly impact kids' educational outcomes. We talked about the magical possibilities for our kids through real partnership

Last night I attended a @cbcfinc reception hosted by @apple. I had a great time connecting with Congresswoman Nikema Williams, who is fighting for equity in Black communities in Atlanta & across the country, & discussing the ongoing work of KABOOM! in Atlanta through our 25 in 5 Initiative.

Spotted in the KABOOM! office – Build for Better CHEEZ-IT. Join the Minecraft in-game build challenge for a chance to inspire a playground in real life. The contest closes on 7/31, so get your entries in today. For official rules and to enter, visit bit.ly/3Y6Z0Nn

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It’s #ParkandRecMonth and we’re highlighting our incredible partners in the field. As part of our 25 Initiative, we’ve partnered with San Francisco Recreation and Park Department to address gaps in access to quality, nature-rich kid’s playspaces in communities that lack resources. #WhereCommunityGrows

Spending time with Rep. Tony Gonzales gave me so much hope. Such a good human. We appreciate your loving energy and your support. Thanks for championing our work and our efforts to achieve #playspaceequity

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We don't start any new schoolyard remodel without getting input from our most important designers—the students themselves. Check out some of the amazing ideas these students had for their new playground and nature exploration areas! #playspaceequity KABOOM! @ousdnews

“In one of the most notable moments in sports history, Kenyan runner Abel Mutai was just a few feet from the finish line, but became confused with the signage and stopped thinking he had completed the race.

A Spanish athlete, Ivan Fernandez, was right behind him, and after…

📢 Calling all change makers! If you're driven by the desire to improve access to fundamental necessities of childhood, @KABOOM! is the place to be. Come work with us and our amazing partners as we create a more equitable world, one playspace at a time.

If the playspaces we build aren’t places where kids feel like they can be themselves, our work won’t have as great an impact. As we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community this June, I want to emphasize @KABOOM’s commitment to creating safe and affirming playspaces for all.

#sussexsquad is forever in our hearts. Your generosity will be fuel for our action as we unite with communities to build wonderful places for kids to play. Let all of our kids enjoy the magic of childhood. #playspaceequity can be achieved in our lifetime. Won’t stop…

Kids in Pasadena, TX have a new playground AND a 171-foot long mural to enjoy. Check out this new installation at Pasadena Highlands Park, where we recently built a playground with the community and Hancock Whitney.

SB 291 has passed the California State Senate and is on its way to the State Assembly. Kids in California are one step closer to daily, mandatory recess! 👏

Mental Health Awareness Month may be ending, but our mission of creating equitable access to places where kids feel a sense of belonging will continue.
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