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Play is one of the greatest gifts that children can receive and is critical to their growth and development. Children deserve the opportunity to experience playground equipment and feel the ping of the bat and the wind on their faces as they move from base to base during a ball game.
With more than 180 fields in the United States serving 30,000 players, the Miracle League is a rapidly growing organization that caters to youth ages 5-18 who are unable to play in mainstream league due to a disability. They play on a field with a rubberized surface that is free of obstacles, has painted base lines and rules that emphasize participation with every child getting a turn “at bat” each inning with a volunteer “buddy” assisting all players.
An emerging trend is to co-locate the Miracle Field with a playground that is 100% inclusive. Landscape Structures, a leading playground company, is an established partner with Miracle League in developing all inclusive playgrounds with insight gained from the parents of children with special needs and the children themselves.
Kiwanis Miracle League is truly a miracle as it provides a place for children with special needs to enjoy our nation’s pastime, Baseball.
But it is truly so much more than that. It is an opportunity for families to come together and enjoy the great outdoors and the spirit of competition. Or at least what WE call competition. You see, everyone bats, everyone scores and every came ends in a tie.
We also have space for dedicated volunteers, our “buddies” who help our players get the most out of the experience. Groups and individuals from all walks of life have volunteered to be buddies or our youngsters and we welcome you as well.
We also have been blessed with great supporters and financial donations to keep the field running.
