”I set it up for a young girl with Cerebral Palsy and was excited to see the system “read her” appropriately despite one of her arms being contracted. Her arm was not able to fully extend, but Whack-A-Mole was still able to read both of her hand placements correctly. She had a great time playing! That was when I knew that this is an exciting new resource for inclusive gaming! I could picture all kinds of scenarios that would help in the hospital setting.”
- Robin Wientraub, Gaming Technology Specialist at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
Playground for Good brings active play to more communities by donating Nex Playground systems to nonprofits serving families who need it most.
We prioritize:
• Children’s hospitals
• Title 1 schools
• Public community centers
We do not support:
• Private practices
• Fundraisers
• Paid programs
• Sponsorships
We prioritize organizations that:
• Serve a high number of participants weekly
• Will use Nex Playground daily or multiple times per week
• Support children facing barriers to movement
• Have the ability to set up and maintain the system
Q&A
Q: Who can apply for a Playground donation?
Children’s hospitals, Title 1 schools, public community centers. We do not support: Private practices, fundraisers, paid programs, sponsorships
Q: What does each location receive?
Each selected site will receive one or more Nex Playground systems, a 12-month Play Pass subscription with access to all games, and full setup support from our team.
Q: Who is eligible for this program?
Any U.S. and Canada-based organization that serves children. Think hospitals with pediatric wards, community centers, libraries, schools, and family shelters.
Q: What space is needed to use Nex Playground?
We recommend a minimum play area of 6ft x 6ft and access to a TV or monitor with HDMI input.
Q: Is Nex Playground safe and secure?
Yes! Nex Playground is private, secure, and kidSAFE+ COPPA certified. It can also be used completely offline for added privacy.
Q: Does Nex Playground need Wifi?
Yes, you will need access to Wifi to connect Play Pass and download the game. If your organization Wifi is not a simple passcode you may need to use a hotspot or bring the Playground home to use on a different Wifi for setup. Once setup you will not need Wifi unless you want to download a new game or update.
Ready to bring joy where it’s needed most?
Playground for Good is designed for nonprofit organizations that will use Nex Playground regularly with children in their care.
To ensure the best fit, applications must be submitted by the person who will directly oversee and use the device (or the primary program lead responsible for implementation).
