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For more information, contact: Lewisburg, Pa. (November 2, 2007) –Playworld Systems, Inc. is pleased to congratulate fellow partner in play and founder of KaBOOM!, Darrell Hammond. Darrell has been recognized as an Outstanding Innovator by the Ashoka Innovators for the Public for his creation of KaBOOM! KaBOOM! is a national nonprofit organization with the sole mission of providing a play space within walking distance of every child in America. “It is with great pride that we congratulate Darrell,” said Matt Miller, president of Playworld Systems Inc. “Having been a partner in play with KaBOOM! for the past 9 years, we have gotten to know Darrell on a personal level. He is an amazing human being who is heading a wonderful organization. We wish there were more individuals out there like him with such a deep passion and commitment to aiding our children through the development of play.” |
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Ashoka Fellows are social entrepreneurs who are recognized as having innovative solutions to social problems and the potential to change patterns across society. They demonstrate unrivaled commitment to bold new ideas and prove that compassion, creativity, and collaboration are tremendous forces for change. They have access to a global network of peers in more than 60 countries and give others the inspiring potential and understanding to become powerful changemakers. KaBOOM! is a national nonprofit organization that envisions a great place to play within walking distance of every child in America. Since 1995, KaBOOM! has used its innovative community-build model to bring together business and community interests to construct more than 1,300 new playgrounds, skateparks, sports fields and ice rinks across North America. KaBOOM! also offers a variety of resources, including an online community, regional and national trainings, grants, publications and the KaBOOM! National Campaign for Play, which includes Playful City USA and the Playmaker Network – a national network of individual advocates for play. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., KaBOOM! also has offices in Chicago, Atlanta and San Mateo, CA. For more information, visit www.kaboom.org. Playworld Systems, Inc. is the commercial leader in customized recreation equipment and specializes in helping individuals, families, and communities benefit from the experience of play. As an advocate for play for all ages, Playworld provides fun and challenging activities that increase mental and physical wellness. With more than 30 years of experience, the family-owned company offers a variety of recreational solutions that develop physical strength, balance and aerobic activity, as well as enhancing social skills. Because Playworld Systems believes the world needs play, it strives to produce the most creative and imaginative recreational products through its five brands – PlayDesigns®, Playworld™, Climbing Boulders™, Woodward® Ramps & Rails, and LifeTrail®. For more information, visit www.PlayworldSystems.com. |
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