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Jaws Youth Playbook
Jaws Youth Playbook (JYP) - formerly Jaws Youth Fund - is the foundation of Former Eagles QB and NFL Analyst, Ron Jaworski and his wife, Liz Jaworski. Our 501(c)(3) non-profit has been working hard to improve the overall health and wellness of at-risk youth in the Greater Philadelphia Region for 40+ years! We invest in our youth and their future through the building of playgrounds and ballfields, providing much needed sports equipment, supporting Summer Meals programs and healthy nutrition in underserved communities AND MORE!
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Together as a Community, we can spread joy & change the lives of at-risk youth throughout our shared spirit of giving. Children do not have the choice of their zip code. We take great pride in providing underprivileged youth in the Greater Philadelphia area with access to much needed safe places to play, access to healthy food and programs to keep them on the right track. We strive to make our community healthier & happier for all.
What is the Grant?
A one-time grant between $500 – $25,000 for PROJECT-BASED resources (such as playgrounds, ball-fields, and community gardens) that enrich at-risk youths’ lives, giving them access to safe places to play and thrive!
Delaware Community Foundation
The Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) is a nonprofit organization focused on partnering with donors to build opportunity and advance equity in Delaware.
Our mission is to strengthen Delaware by maximizing community-based philanthropy.
Healthy Communities Delaware
Healthy Communities Delaware (HCD) is pleased to announce this Request for Proposals for work that advances community level-change and improves the Vital Conditions that all people and communities need to thrive—humane housing, lifelong learning, a thriving natural environment, meaningful work and wealth, basic needs for health and safety, reliable transportation, a sense of belonging and civic muscle. This funding aims to support projects that align with their mission of working with communities, investors and systems to create thriving places for thriving people.
Playground grants for nonprofits provide funding to build, upgrade, and maintain safe play spaces for children. The following grants empower organizations to create inclusive, accessible playgrounds that promote physical activity and community engagement.
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Playgrounds grants are available for nonprofits focused on child development, outdoor education, and community recreation. Groups who partner with schools, local governments, and parks departments to build safe and accessible play spaces are typically eligible. Funders often prioritize projects that promote inclusivity, safety, and accessibility, ensuring that children of all abilities have a place to play.
Playground grants typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q4, with 43.8% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q3.
Goals of playground grants include increasing outdoor play opportunities, encouraging physical activity, and creating welcoming community spaces for kids and families. Funders want to see playgrounds that boost community well-being. Playground grants often aim to create inclusive design of play spaces, making sure children with disabilities or special needs can fully enjoy them as well.
On average, playground grants provide funding between $2,500 and $1,300,000, with typical awards falling around $17,500 (median) and $142,341 (average). These insights can help nonprofits align their funding requests with what grantmakers typically offer in this space.
Playground grants are typically funded by government agencies, like the National Park Service, or private organizations like the KaBOOM! Foundation, which specializes in funding community playground projects. Companies that care about community development also provide funding or donations for communities to create high-quality play spaces.
To improve the chances of getting playground grants, nonprofits should:
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