Park Circle Project - Sponsorship Packet

The City of North Charleston Recreation Department has always been committed to making our city a great place to live, work, and play. With the Park Circle Renovation Project, we want to take North Charleston into the future by doing more than just checking the ADA compliance box. We are dedicated to making this a space that truly embodies the meaning of inclusivity by creating a multi-generational space with everyone in mind.

The power and benefits of play lay the foundation for the development of cognitive, physical, social and sensory skills. This facility will be one of the most inclusive locations, not only in the state of South Carolina, but in the world. It is our vision to create an inclusive hub that allows every person in our community and visiting communities to feel a sense of belonging, growth and acceptance when they enter this park.

As a partner in this project, you will be supporting a community of people with various abilities, ages and backgrounds. This is a historic moment for the City of North Charleston and as a sponsor, you have the opportunity to help build a legacy and a facility that will be enjoyed for decades to come.

PARK PARTNERS

SNAPSHOT OF THIS PROJECT

The North Charleston Inclusive Playground is a portion of the Park Circle Renovation Project. The entirety of the inner circle will be redeveloped to include a new community building featuring performance and event space, classrooms, the largest inclusive playground in the world, a multi- purpose accessible field, nature garden, open green space, and walking trails.

WHAT MAKES THIS PLAYGROUND UNIQUE?

LARGE SQUARE FOOTAGE

This playground will be one of the largest inclusive playgrounds in the world. Once complete, this playground will be around 55,000 square feet.

WIDE AGE RANGE OF PLAY OPPORTUNITIES

There are play experiences from infants to adults.

WIDEST DIVERSITY OF PLAY EXPERIENCES

This will allow users to develop their sensory, motor, cognitive, social and emotional skills as they play.

WHAT IS AN INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND?

A universally designed, sensory diverse environment that enables individuals to develop physically, socially, and emotionally.

The items featured in an inclusive playground go beyond the minimum accessibility standards to create a play experience that meet a variety of needs and interests.

FUNMETE

BROAD RANGE OF INCLUSIVE PLAY ELEMENTS

R

This will engage individuals with a wide variety of medical conditions as well as those who are typically developing to ensure true inclusive play experiences for all visitors.

SETS THE ULTIMATE STANDARD

This project sets the standard for what community inclusive play can be. It will be the Platinum Standard that all other inclusive playgrounds will strive to meet for years to come.

Certain pieces are designed to be wheelchair accessible, others for those with motor coordination disorders, sensory disorders or auditory features for individuals who are visually or hearing impaired.

At an inclusive playground, people of all abilities can interact with each other and do what all kids want to do - PLAY!

A rendering of Park Circle Renovation - featuring the inclusive playground & ballfield

INCLUSIVE KIDS ISLAND

AGES I 5 TO 12 YEARS

This area of the playground is designed for school aged children (5-12 years) and provides a variety of play opportunities for users to further develop their physical, cognitive and social skills through sensory play. This area is the centerpiece of the playground and has the largest square footage with the most equipment. Many of the pieces found in this playground cannot be found at any other playground in the state.

“Join us as we build a play space where everyone’s abilities can be celebrated and enjoyed.” - Kathy Kackley, North Charleston Recreation Deputy Director

skills. Besides climbing and sliding, children can engage in a variety of motor play experiences as they move to and from the belt net climber and between the towers, building upper, lower and core muscle strength as they play.

This will be the only piece of equipment of its kind in all of South Carolina and North Carolina!

QUANTIS 8.2

whooshy ride down two slides. Children are challenged to climb in an infinite number of ways as they move up, down and all around the unique net climber.

This will be the only piece of equipment of its kind in all of South Carolina and North Carolina!

ZIPKROOZ

GLOBAL MOTION

Kids of all abilities can experience the thrill of flying with ZipKrooz! The molded bucket seat with lock-in-place harness provides stability and security for kids with limited core strength. Unlike other playground zip lines, ZipKrooz is a two-way ride, eliminating the need to walk the seat back to start. With its unique track trolley system and comfortable seat suspended by a grippy, rubber-wrapped chain, ZipKrooz was engineered for exceptional quality, comfort and safety.

DOUBLE OODLE SWING

Kids can climb, rotate, and explore two levels in this fun-filled structure. This rotating climber is designed so that children using a wheelchair are able to transfer into the base of the globe. With 14 nets that can be climbed on the inside or outside and two multi-person seating areas, Global Motion provides thrills for many kids at once.

The Double Oodle Swing provides oodles of fun for kids! This inclusive playground swing is set side-by-side and kids of all abilities will love the thrill of its left to right and back and forth motion. A child can easily transfer from a mobility device into the swing, and its shape allows children to sit or lay together while providing support.

The Quantis 8.2 combines climbing and hanging out together in a unique structure that will provide hours of fun. Children can enter the piece in a variety of ways, including a transfer station bench.

TOT SPOT

AGES I 6 MONTHS - 5 YEARS

This area of the playground is broken up into two sections. One area is designed for young children (6 months - 23 months) and the other section is for toddler aged children (2 - 5 years). Both sections feature sensory-rich attractions that are designed for the developing minds and bodies of its users.

developed with guidance from the National Head Start Association and Too Small to Fail to prompt adult-child conversations and support whole-child learning across key developmental domains.

WE-GO SWING COZY DOME

This no-transfer inclusive swing has a spacious entry deck that is connected to a ramp for easy roll-on access, and there’s no need to transfer from a mobility device to take part in the fun. Plus, there is plenty of room for children of all ages and their caregivers to sit and/or stand together and enjoy a ride.

REVIROCK BOUNCER

and bustle of a busy playground, take time by themselves or socialize together. The inside area provides a quiet space for over-stimulated kids while the various textures on the outer surface create a perfect climbing experience.

down, sit, kneel, or stand as they experiment with the motion. This piece allows for easy transfer access and includes extra handholds for added stability while playing.

The We-saw is a new take on a traditional seesaw. Its unique design and gentle rocking motion invites kids and families of all ages and abilities to participate in the fun. The We-saw is wheelchair accessible and provides opportunities for collaborative play and teamwork.

WE-SAW

NINJA WARRIORS COURSE

AGES I 13 AND OLDER

This area of the playground has equipment designed for older individuals (13+ years). These pieces not only allow for older play opportunities but can also be utilized for exercise purposes. Teens and adults of all fitness levels can test and enhance their strength with the Ledge Hanger and Rope Climb, or work on their agility and balance with the Spiderwalk, Wheel Bridge and Angled Balance Beam.

EXTREME A-FRAME CARGO NET

EXTREME JUMP HANG

Climb up one side, transition over the top beam and climb down the other side to conquer the A-Frame Cargo Net. The net movement as users climb require them to respond by adjusting their grip, upper, lower and core muscles.

EXTREME QUINTUPLE STEPS

Jump from the launch ramp to grab the cargo net and then traverse the underside of the net while using the Jump Hang to reach the other side without touching the ground.

EXTREME SPIDERWALK

Competitors using the Extreme Quintuple Steps must leap across five angled steps to successfully complete this challenge. The Gray panel provides a grippy target, but the black range on either side provides extra width to land on.

EXTREME ANGLED OVERHEAD LADDER

The Extreme Spiderwalk requires users to traverse the space between two walls without touching the ground or grabbing the top part of the walls. The space between the walls is narrower at the bottom and wider at the top to allow the hands and feet of all sizes of competitors to reach.

EXTREME HIGH STEP

The Angled Overhead Ladder tests upper body strength. E-Pod steps at each end allow teens and adults of all sizes to reach the rungs, and pods in the middle allow entry or dismount for a shorter challenge.

Speed and agility are keys to mastering the High Step. Six posts suspend a net above the ground, requiring fancy footwork to land within each square.

TUNE LAGOON

AGES I 2 YEARS & OLDER

This area of the playground is designed for individuals of any age and provides users with the benefits of music therapy. Musical instruments offer a unique way for kids and adults to be creative and express themselves both physically and emotionally. The chimes, metallophones, bells and drums in this section allow people of all ages and their families to make music together. It is a unique feature of the playground.

KETTLE, KUNDU & GOBLET DRUMS METALLOPHONE

This all ages piece of equipment allows users to create their own music or sound out familiar tunes together. Using a mallet users will experience all 15 lush notes on this captivating metallophone as they create music together.

GRANDIOSO CHIMES

These classic and goblet shaped drums provide unique percussive sounds. Polycarbonate drum skins, which can be played with fingers or hands, allow for easy roll-up access for those using a wheelchair.

VIBRA CHIMES

Players can soar two full octaves across this extravagant instrument, striking rich tones in a major key. Fully wheelchair accessible, everyone can take part in experiencing the great musical quality. Multiple mallets accommodate both solo performances and playing compositions with friends, new and old.

The Vibra Chimes includes a full range of notes that children can use to play any song of their creation. The vibration produced by each chime provides a fun sensory experience for all.

WARBLE CHIMES

Kids can bing and bong their way along one full octave on this richly toned instrument. The Warble is at a lower height than the Grandioso so that younger kids can easily play.

Platinum Sponsor

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Company or individual name permanently displayed at every entrance to the playground

Company or individual name permanently displayed at every entrance to the Park

$750,000

Logo and name prominently featured on donor website page with link to website

Opportunity for business employees to attend VIP viewing and ribbon cutting celebration prior to public opening

Listed as the sponsor on two (2) benches located within the park Invitation to participate in public grand opening celebration with opportunity to setup vendor table during the event

Logo and name prominently featured on all social media promotion

Photo opportunity provided with check presentation at location of your choice

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Gold Sponsor Company or individual name permanently displayed at every entrance to the playground

Invitation to participate in public grand opening celebration with opportunity to setup vendor table during the event

Photo opportunity provided with check presentation at location of your choice

$350,000

Logo and name prominently featured on donor website page with link to website

Opportunity for business employees to attend VIP viewing and ribbon cutting celebration prior to public opening

Logo and name prominently featured on all social media promotion

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Silver Sponsor Company or individual name permanently displayed on sponsorship signage at every entrance to playground

Logo and name featured on donor website page with link to your website

Invitation to participate in public grand opening celebration with opportunity to setup vendor table during the event

Photo opportunity provided with check presentation at location of your choice

$100,000 $50,000

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Bronze Sponsor Company or individual name permanently displayed on sponsorship signage at every entrance to playground

Logo and name featured on donor website page with link to your website

Invitation to participate in public grand opening celebration with opportunity to setup vendor table during the event

This sponsorship level is designed for business, families or individuals who are interested in supporting at a smaller scale. These donor recognition plaques will be displayed on a concrete or brick donor appreciation wall located near the playground area.

SMALL PLAQUE

$1000 each

This sponsorship level allows you to print your business name, family name or individual name on a 6” by 6” colored plaque. These plaques will be arranged on a donor wall, located near the playground area.

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Printed plaque permanently displayed on donor wall. Color and shape to be determined by North Charleston Park & Recreation.

LARGE PLAQUE

$5000 each

MEDIUM PLAQUE

$2500 each

This sponsorship level allows you to print your business name, family name or individual name on a 8” by 8” colored plaque. These plaques will be arranged on a donor wall, located near the playground area.

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Printed plaque permanently displayed on donor wall. Color and shape to be determined by North Charleston Parks & Recreation.

This sponsorship level allows you to print your business name, family name or individual name on a 12” by 12” colored plaque. These plaques will be arranged on a donor wall located near the playground area.

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Printed plaque permanently displayed on donor wall. Color and shape to be determined by North Charleston Parks & Recreation.

BENCH SPONSOR

$2000 each

As a bench sponsor you will receive a plaque on the side of one (1) bench with your company or family name printed on it.

The location of the bench will be determined by the Parks and Recreation Department.

FIELD SPONSOR

$250,000 I One Available

As a field sponsor you will receive the below.

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Company or individual name permanently included as the name of the field and displayed on all signage

Photo opportunity provided with check presentation at location of your choice

Logo and name featured on donor website page with link to your website

Opportunity for business employees to attend VIP viewing and ribbon cutting celebration prior to public opening

Invitation to participate in public grand opening celebration with opportunity to setup vendor table during the event

MULTI USE PRESS & PERFORMANCE BOX SPONSOR

$75,000 I One Available

This section of the inclusive field is designed to function as a multi-use space.

During games or events on the field area this will be used as a press box. In addition, the back side will include a small stage area that will serve as a multi-use entertainment space.

The stage area can be used for entertainment groups of up to three people. There is seating built in where spectators can gather to view the performances.

Company or Individual name permanently included on the press box and displayed on signage on the front and back of the building

Photo opportunity provided with check presentation at location of your choice

Invitation to participate in public grand opening celebration with opportunity to setup vendor table during the event

$10,000

I One Available

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Logo and name featured on donor website page with link to your website

Company or Individual name permanently displayed on scoreboard face

Logo and name featured on donor website page with link to your website

Opportunity for business employees to attend VIP viewing and ribbon cutting celebration prior to public opening

Invitation to participate in public grand opening celebration with opportunity to setup vendor table during the event

FELIX C. DAVIS COMMUNITY CENTER

The Felix C. Davis Community Center renovation will include a 17,559 square foot building. This space has been re-designed as a multi-use space for Recreation and Cultural Arts. The new building will include a large event room with capacity for 400+ people, three programming rooms, and office space for full-time program and arts staff.

This community space will allow for various programming opportunities including therapeutic recreation, art classes, pottery classes, musical theater programs, and various large scale community special events.

EVENT ROOM SPONSOR

$15,000 I One Available

As an event room sponsor, you will receive naming rights, meaning the Auditorium will be called “Company or Family Name Room.”

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Company or individual name permanently included at the entrance to the event room and on all signage

Logo and name featured on donor website page with link to your website

INDIVIDUAL ROOM SPONSORS

$5,000 I Three Available

As a room sponsor, you will receive naming rights, meaning this room will be called “Company or Family Name Room.”

BENEFITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Company or individual name permanently on signage leading into sponsored room

Logo and name featured on donor website page with link to your website

EIGHT UNIQUE

INTENTIONAL DESIGN FEATURES

This project incorporates a variety of intentional design features that enhance the function of this space and allow people of any ability to utilize the space with ease. Learn more about a few of the many features that were incorporated in this project.

SEAMLESS SURFACING

1

A seamless transition from concrete pathways onto other surfacing is crucial in making the playground and ballfield accessible and safe for all visitors.

SIDEWALKS

5

USE OF COLOR

In spaces that have sudden elevation changes, the surfacing between areas will have a significant color contrast for individuals with low vision.

FENCE RAILING

2 6

The sidewalks that run throughout the entire playground will all be 5.5 feet wide. In addition, the sidewalks around the circle will be 8 feet wide. This will allow multiple people of all abilities or using mobility devices to move around easily and pass each other.

DOUBLE WIDE RAMPS

3 7

The main playground structure features double wide ramps, which allows two individuals using mobility assistance devices to use the space simultaneously and pass each other with ease.

SHADE

4 8

This playground is designed with an ample amount of shade structures. The shade toppers are designed to block up to 70% of the UV rays and keep the playground surfacing temperatures cool.

The fencing is designed as a resource for visitors who are visually impaired. The fencing will allow people to move their hand along the top as they walk to help guide them through the play areas.

RESTROOM FACILITIES

The restroom facilities are designed to allow people of any ability to use the space with ease. It also features changing tables for people of various ages, all the way from infants to adults.

BALLFIELD SURFACING

The turf material used on the ballfield is designed specifically so individuals who use a mobility device can easily maneuver and play on the field.

BECOMING A SPONSOR

CONNECT WITH NORTH CHARLESTON

Megan Boisvert, Sponsorship Coordinator

If you would like to join us and make history in North Charleston please begin by contacting the staff members below. The department will walk your company through all the project details, address any questions and work with your organization to finalize a sponsorship contract document. TJ Rostin, Director tjrostin@northcharleston.org

mboisvert@northcharleston.org

(843) 666-3685

(843) 740-5814

Kathy Kackley, Deputy Director kkackley@northcharleston.org

(843) 740-5805