Garfield Group Holiday 2009

Posted by Jeannine deRichemond on 25 February 2010 | 0 Comments

Transforming a playground. Transforming lives.

Given 2009's tough economic climate, we wanted to dedicate our annual holiday "gift" to something that would help heal the world and inspire both our team and our community. Fortunately, we were able to partner with Greater Philadelphia Cares (GPC) who introduced us to the Norris Square Civic Association (NSCA). Located in the Kensington section of Philadelphia, the NSCA had an indoor playground that was in desperate need of a makeover.

On December 18th, we painted bright murals and brought in educational toys to transform a drab room into a special place where kids can laugh, dream, and learn - and inspired the National Head Start Association to make a matching donation of $29,000. Arlene Lopez, Education Coordinator for the Norris Square Civic Association was overjoyed at the new playground: "I can't thank you enough for creating a wonderful, new space for our children," she said. "I hope others will be inspired and do the same for other organizations."

Read the case study to learn more about the results of the Norris Square Project.