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ONLINE RESOURCES
There are many different resources and websites that can provide
inspiration and more information when going through this planning
process. Take some time out to visit these sites to get more insights.
National Wildlife Federation – www.nwf.org
Be Out There – www.BeOutThere.org
Earthplay – www.earthplay.net
Garden for Wildlife – www.nwf.org/gardenforwildlife
Install It Direct – www.installitdirect.com/learn/how-to-build-a-natural-playscape/
World Forum Foundation – www.worldforumfoundation.org/workinggroups/nature/
Natural Start Alliance – www.naturalstart.org
Green Desk – www.naturalearning.org/greendesk
Children & Nature Network – www.childrenandnature.org
Public Playground Safety Handbook – www.playgroundsafety.org
Certified Playground Safety Instruction – www.nrpa.org/certification/CPSI
American Society for Testing and Materials – www.astm.org
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Another important part of developing a playscape is finding funding opportunities to help with the financial
aspect of the project. Below are a few options, but this is not an exhaustive list. Remember to reach out
locally for sponsorships and commitments from major businesses or corporations, foundations, and other
nonprofits. They may want to get engaged in this exciting project.
Land and Water Conservation Fund – http://outdoornebraska.gov/?s=land+and+water+conservation+fund
Recreational Trails Program – http://outdoornebraska.gov/?s=recreational+trails+program
Surfacing – http://deq.ne.gov/NDEQProg.nsf/OnWeb/ScrapTire
Foundation Center – http://foundationcenter.org/
Natural Playgrounds Company – www.naturalplaygrounds.com/findthemoney.php
Korkat Playgrounds and Site Amenities – www.korkat.com/playground-grants/
National Playgrounds Info – http://www.naturalplaygrounds.info/PDF/Natural%20Playgrounds_Grants2010.pdf
Fit & Fun Playscapes – https://fitandfunplayscapes.com/4-playground-grants/
Nebraska Department of Economic Development Foundation Research Directory –
https://opportunity.nebraska.gov/program/foundation-resource-directory/
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