News

May 4, 2012

Energizing start for Miracle Field fundraising

Contact: 
Todd Redenius, Director
Parks & Recreation
515.963.3571
tredenius@ankenyiowa.gov

ANKENY, Iowa (May 4, 2012) - Nearly 80 people attended the official public launch event of the Miracle Field-All Inclusive Playground Project, two special needs facilities that will be constructed on the northeast side of Hawkeye Park. Last night celebrated the silent launch effort which generated nearly $320,000 in funds, including a title sponsorship of $200,000 from Karl Chevrolet.

Ankeny Mayor Steve Van Oort, who served as Master of Ceremonies for the event, urged everyone to contribute toward this unique project. “Providing these facilities will continue Ankeny’s momentum of constructing the best and most well used parks and recreational amenities in Iowa,” he said.

Approximately 800 Ankeny youth and more than 3,500 in the metro have some type of special need and many of these young people are unable to participate in a sports league or play on a playground. This project includes a co-located Miracle Field and All-Inclusive Playground. The ball field is rubberized with no obstructions, allowing kids with mobility devices or other assistive equipment the opportunity to play in an organized sports league. The playground is ramped for wheelchair access and also is completely rubberized. The total project cost is estimated at $1 million to $1.2 million. 

Randy Munson of Karl Chevrolet helps his grandson Quentin accept donations for the Ankeny Miracle Field and All-Inclusive Playground Project. Kevin Hudacheck and Wes Snook of Ankeny Hy-Vee look on.

 

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