The Power of Play: Bringing Communities Together
The Weapons of Change Podcast, with Shawn Allen
Release Date: 10/10/2019
The Power of Play: Bringing Communities Together
The Weapons of Change Podcast, with Shawn Allen
This is a project to build an amazing playground, a place where magic happens. Where community can come together, where everyone benefits. This is about the power of play, the power of a simple place, a children's playground. A place where everyone grows, benefits, and comes together. All because of a playground, who would have thought !? Give this amazing show a listen, and if you can help in anyway, reach out to them at lesterplayground.com
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Michael Lucchesi : Head Coach, Second City Track Club
The Weapons of Change Podcast, with Shawn Allen
This is a different kind of podcast for me and for The Gait Guys, but it was clear this talk needed to happen and we felt our listeners needed to hear some of the insights of one of this nation's best coaches, in our opinion. Enjoy the interview with Nike Coach, Michael Lucchesi, head coach of Second City Track Club.
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Carlos Lemos jr & Salvatore Pace: Living with, and beyond, jiu jitsu
The Weapons of Change Podcast, with Shawn Allen
Today I interview Prof Carlos Lemos Jr. of Gracie Barra Downwers Grove, Illinois, USA & Prof Salvo (Salvatore) Pace of Gracie Barra Bath, London.
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Carlos Lemos jr., Part 1: Stories, Mysteries & Truths behind Jiu Jitsu
The Weapons of Change Podcast, with Shawn Allen
Stories, Mysteries & Truths behind Jiu Jitsi.
info_outlineYou can find me and this show any where podcasts are found, iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify etc
You can also find the show and all my others at: shawnallen.net, and thegaitguys.com
Please email Peg and Patty at: [email protected]: Lesterplayground.com
Owen's Playground For Children Of All Abilities
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OL2d3DS93Lc
How you can help this project along,
www.lesterplayground.com/corporate-matching
www.lesterplayground.com/donatetoday
This project is on a mission through the end of 2019.
They are on a 90 days to $60K campaign.
Their goal is now focused on two phases:
Phase 1: East Playground
Fundraising Goal: $205,000 Installation: Summer 2020
Phase 2: West Playground
Fundraising Goal: $113,000 Installation: Summer 2021... or sooner!
The Lester Community Playground team is working on new programs that give every Lester family & our entire community an opportunity to participate.
How Can Someone Help?
Please see the back page for all the ways that YOU can help make 90 Days to $60k a reality!
Join Us on Facebook & Instagram to follow our progress, share our vision, and stay updated on new ways to support... there is more in the hopper that we can’t wait to share with you!
Donate!
• Make a one-time or monthly pledge via our website! Every dollar counts, & we appreciate every contribution!
www.lesterplayground.com/donatetoday
• Cement Your Legacy with a commemorative brick with your family’s name or message of choice for our path! www.bricksrus.com/donorsite/lesterplay
• Make an Even Bigger Impact by supporting a “Paw Level Sponsorship” and make a mark for your family or business on our donor wall. Contact the Playground team for details! https://tinyurl.com/y2mdzvsj
Connect Us with Corporate & Matching Donations!
• Stretch your donation by checking if your company offers matching donations. Visit our website for a sample
list of companies of all sizes that participate. www.lesterplayground.com/corporate-matching
• Connect us with your company or folks in your network as we seek donor support from partners outside of Lester
Attend an Event!
• November 7th – Cadence Kitchen will donate 10% of sales! Plus 100% of tips earned by special guest bartenders will also be donated. Make your reservation today at 630-442-7631 or www.cadencekitchen.co
Host an Event!
• Birthday Parties: Did you know that almost $3,000 has been donated by Lester kids as requests for birthday gifts?! • Wine Tastings – host a tasting event in your home with Wines for Humanity, which donates a portion of bottle
sales to the host’s charity of choice. Contact the Playground team for info.
• Get Creative! Lemonade stands, car washes, & more! Show your kids how great it is to get involved & give back!
Shop Amazon! Start your home or business shopping at https://smile.amazon.com and add Lester PTA as your charity of choice. A percentage of proceeds are donated to the Lester Community Playground. Taking this extra step has already generated over $1,400 in funds from Amazon! Imagine if we ALL shop Amazon this way!!
Coming Soon - Lester Spirit Wear! Watch for the unveiling of a brand new Lester logo, which will be featured on a variety of spirit wear for the whole family... the proceeds will benefit the Lester Community Playground!
Join Our Team! Donate your time and talents to our team – we will welcome your help with ideas & action. Please contact [email protected] to step up!