I’m also excited to share some updates to the project website! We’ve been working hard to make it a better resource for everyone following along, and I’d love for you to check it out—maybe even share it with your kids over the holidays.

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday (and our beloved Turkey Trot tradition!), we’re feeling grateful for this incredible community and the spirit of generosity that makes it so special.

Building a playground like this is a team effort, and our timeline is tight. We hope to have all the funds by late spring 2025, so we can embark on a community-build project next fall, just in time for the next school year. Every gift will bring us closer to making Thoreau’s Backyard a reality.

If you've walked by the parking lot or existing gaga pit lately for pick up, you know it's time for a change! Imagine this space transformed into a vibrant, nature-inspired playground where our children can play, explore, and connect with one another in new ways.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting project that will transform the way our children play at Thoreau Elementary. A brand-new playground is on the horizon, and we want you to be part of making it happen.