KABOOM!

When every kid has amazing places to play, communities thrive and create generations of healthy and happy kids.

Our Mission

End Playspace Inequity.
For Good.

Far too many children — especially children of color — do not get the chance to play on a playground, something that should be part of every child’s life. This is playspace inequity. KABOOM! unites with communities and diverse partners to build playspaces in places where we know from data that access has been historically denied. Together, we work to ensure every playspace reflects the unique needs, desires, cultures, and strengths of the community. Our work will continue until every child has high-quality places to play, grow, and thrive.

  • built or transformed

    17K+ playspaces

  • brought joy through play to

    12M kids

  • engaged more than

    15M+ community members

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Ways To Get Involved

Building playspaces. Building community. Building for the future.

KABOOM! was founded thirty years ago with a vision that every kid in every community – no matter their background or where they live – would have the same opportunity to fully enjoy a childhood filled with places to play. We’re proud of the progress made to march closer to achieving our mission, yet there’s still so much to do to meet the evolving needs of our kids. Join us today by supporting the Unlocking Possibilities Fund to ensure more kids have access to joyful playspaces.

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Give $30 to Support a New Playground

Your gift helps ensure that every kid, in every community, has an amazing place to play.

Learn More About Playspace Inequity

Far too many kids lack adequate places to play due to the ongoing effects of systemic racism. Read more about playspace inequity and the systems that have created it.

Want to work with us?

Learn more about the ways to work with KABOOM!

How We End Playspace Inequity

  • Community Playspaces

    We unite with partners to build kid-designed, community-led playspaces that spark joy and a sense of belonging for kids, advancing our mission to end playspace inequity.

  • Policy and Advocacy

    Our policy work at the federal, state, and local levels mobilizes support for critical bills and policies that advance playspace equity.

  • Research and Evaluation

    Our data-informed approach helps guide our decision-making and understanding about playspace access, quality, and impact.

The Latest

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January 24, 2024

Now Available: Nature Exploration Area Toolkit

New resource helps cities design nature-infused playspaces that support climate resilience, child well-being, and equity.