How to Volunteer with KaBOOM!

KaBOOM! is a national, nonprofit organization committed to building playgrounds so that every child in America will have one in walking distance. Volunteering to help with one of these playground builds can be one of the most rewarding things you do this year. Follow these simple steps to get involved.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer
• Internet
• A willingness to help

How to Volunteer with KaBOOM!

1. Go to www.kaboom.org. First off, navigate through the website to see what the organization is all about. You can see photos and videos of previous builds, as well as read testimonials from volunteers, children, parents and so on. You can also find information about leading a build if you're interested in that.
2. To simply volunteer for a build in your area, go to the KaBOOM homepage and drag the cursor over the "home" tab. Scroll down to "contact us" and click the link.
3. Fill out the required fields (they will be marked with an asterisk) and in the "request details" section of the page, click on the "I would like to know how I can volunteer for a project in my area" box and fill in the box below with the city you live in.
4. There are many other options on this page and click the ones you are interested in.
5. A KaBOOM! representative will contact you with volunteer opportunities. Once you've found a build to volunteer with, simply show up, ready to work. KaBOOM! and the build leaders will provide the tools and sometimes food and refreshments as well.

Tips & Warnings

• It doesn't hurt to bring supplies for yourself, such as work gloves, sunscreen, water, and a lunch. Find out beforehand if these things will be provided, though.
• Recruit friends and coworkers to help. This will help share the fun and experience, as well as give your peers a sense of community service.