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Greenfield Open Spaces:
Project Update and Zoom Oct 15

Wednesday, October 15 at 8:00 p.m.

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Project Overview

The Greenfield Open Spaces and Playground Restoration is transforming our well-loved schoolyard and public park into a safer, greener, and more inclusive space for all. As we know, the school yard is a huge part of our school community—and a resource for everyone in center city outside of school hours.  

After 15 years of wear and tear, we’re replacing surfaces, modernizing play equipment, enhancing green areas, and making long-needed repairs that will benefit the community for decades.

Project Timing & Next Steps

We’re thrilled to share that the project is on track for construction in summer 2026. Our “90% drawings” were reviewed by the district, final design submission is upcoming, and we’ve made great progress on fundraising. Significant work still remains, including contractor selection, a School Board vote to approve the project, and the final fundraising push.

Fundraising Update — Help Us Cross the Finish Line

Thanks to your generosity and community partnerships, we’ve raised $692,000 of our $970,000 goal — more than 70% of the way there. To complete the full project in one summer, we have just under $280,000 left to raise. Several large grant applications are outstanding, but we need your help:

• Corporate fundraising push:  Do you or someone you know work at a company that supports education, community, or sustainability projects? 
• Individual capital campaign supporters: Do you know individuals who would be excited by this project and who would contribute to a capital campaign that benefits the city?  
• Spread the word:  Share this effort with friends, alumni, and family.  Every donation — $5 or $50,000 moves us closer.  

Resources: 

• Fundraising Package
• Donate Now (Note: This is separate from the annual fund)
• Support:  Reach out to Matt at greenfieldhsa.fundraising@gmail.com with ideas or asks. We’re happy to take introductions, join meetings, or provide any materials

Stay Involved

Join the October 15 Zoom to see the latest plans, ask questions, and learn how you can be part of this exciting next phase.

Together, we’re building something extraordinary for our students and our city.

Thank you for helping us grow Greenfield’s future.

Contact Kate Mellet, VP Communications at greenfieldhsa.communications@gmail.com with questions.