KaBOOM!, a national nonprofit organization that envisions a great place to play within walking distance of every child in America, honored the City of East Cleveland as a Playful City USA. This is a national recognition program honoring cities and towns across the nation who are committed to taking action for play! With this honor, the City became eligible for a $25,000 grant for a new playspace. This playground, including a community garden, and walking/biking path, will be located next to Mayfair Elementary School.
As part of the grant process, the City created a short video to demonstrate why
we are a Playful City. The students and teachers of the East Cleveland City School District were instrumental in this vital process.
Voting for the East Cleveland video counts for 30% of the grant application. Anyone can vote, and people can vote as many times as they would like (one vote per email address). Please help the children of East Cleveland by voting for their video. Pass this message along to anyone who may be able to help out.
To vote, register with your email address at the website below. You will receive a confirmation email, where you will be able to link back to the Playful City site. Then you can select the East Cleveland video and vote on it. Thanks to everyone who helps out!
Links:
[1] http://www.playfulcityusa.org/grant
[2] http://li326-157.members.linode.com/forum/smoking-in-restaurants
[3] http://li326-157.members.linode.com/forum/more-whole-foods-and-organics-in-grocery-stores