Play is important for child development, but sometimes the funds necessary to provide our children with the playground equipment that is needed to help them grow and learn can be a tough road. Following these simple steps will not only allow you to purchase a new playground unit or replace an existing one, it is also a great way to get your community involved.

Whether you are interested in building a new commercial playground or renovating an existing one in your community, you’re going to need funds to help you achieve your goal. Here are a few simple ideas that anyone can take advantage of to gather the money necessary to create a viable area for everyone.

“Adopt” a Part of a Playground:

Having a sketch or plan of your potential play area layout will help in your fundraising efforts. It can be used as a great marketing tool. Showing it to sponsors and posting it on message boards will create a visual reminder. Make a list of the major components of the 꽁머니 unit. Set a price for each component and then break down your fundraising efforts one component at a time. Take your sketch or drawing around to local businesses and community service organizations asking them to “adopt” a part of the playground. You will have to develop a way for the donators to be recognized, whether that is on a single sign placed at the entrance to the play area or at each “adopted” unit.

Personalized Walkway Bricks:

Parents love to put their child’s name on something permanent. If you are planning on placing a bricked walkway leading to your new playground, have a fundraiser selling these bricks individually to parents, grandparents, guardians and family members. When pricing your bricks, be sure to account for the cost of laying them, and also having each one engraved. Not only is this a great way to raise money but it also makes your playground a more personalized place to visit.

Penny/Coin Drive:

A coin drive is a collection of coins from those in your community, neighborhood or school to help raise funds for your new playground. Have a central location for those involved to place their coins, or if raising money for a school, place large jars or jugs in each classroom. Be sure to announce your coin drive any way you can and watch the change come rolling in!

Hold a Raffle:

A raffle is an easy idea that anyone can use, regardless of past fundraising experience. Simply find a prize that entices your audience, then purchase a number of raffle tickets that individuals can buy for a chance at winning. Price your tickets low to encourage more people to participate in the event.

Host a Contest: For some good-natured competition, think about holding a contest in your community to raise money and get people excited about your cause. Some contests you might want to consider are bake-offs, beauty pageants and coloring contests to appeal to the younger crowd. A small entry fee can garner the attention you need to achieve your fundraising goal.

Ask for Donations: Whether you choose to create a raffle or hold a contest, make sure your community knows that you’re accepting donations for your cause. Any spare change you can get will go a long way toward your playground.

Get kids really excited about the new playground that will be placed at their school, neighborhood or community. The more they talk about the new playground, the more help you will get in your fundraising efforts! Most importantly, once you’ve established your fundraising efforts, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Whatever you choose to do as a fundraiser, remember to invite your local paper or news channel. A little press coverage will go a long way!