information from Gatewood Elementary PTA
The Gatewood Elementary PTA is launching a school and community fundraising campaign to renovate its 30-year-old playfield. The campaign runs Nov. 6-17 and aims to raise $50,000 from donations from parents, neighbors, local businesses and community members.
THE PRESENT: The Gatewood Elementary playfield is in terrible condition with poor drainage that is prone to flooding and uneven ground that is no longer usable for sports or activities. Kids are choosing to play sports on the asphalt instead of the playfield.
THE FUTURE: Plans for the new Gatewood's playfield include:
High-quality grass playing field and new irrigation
New track for running/walking/biking
Nature-inspired play spaces with logs, boulders and native plants
New wheelchair-accessible play area with a unique “Gatewood Gator” sculpture
Trees to provide much-needed shade
WHO BENEFITS: More than 400 Gatewood elementary and Cottage preschool students use the playfield every school day. Cottage’s summer program serves more than 50 kids. The new playfield and track will also be a fantastic new amenity for our West Seattle neighbors to use during non-school hours.
FUNDING: The Gatewood Elementary PTA has been awarded a $100,000 matching grant from the city of Seattle’s Department of Neighborhoods. We need to raise an additional $50,000 to complete the project.
CONSTRUCTION: The PTA plans to complete construction on the new playfield this school year. The project is out for contractor bidding right now. The last day to submit a sealed bid is Monday, Dec. 4, at 11 a.m. Details available on request.
HOW TO HELP:
· Donate online: gatewoodplayfield.org
· Spread the word on social media
· Businesses: We have sponsorship packages available and would love your support of our school.
Gatewood Elementary PTA is a 501c3 nonprofit and donations are tax-deductible to the extent determined by law.
CONTACT:
Gatewood Playfield Committee
gatewoodplayfield@gmail.com
