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Once you have thought about the design of your playground you need to consider how you might raise the money to build it.

Look at the example spreadsheet below or, if you have printed it, the budget you created in the Playground planner tool.

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You can see how much it’s going to cost to build your dream playground. How are you going to raise the money? Include big ideas such as applying for grants and small ideas like having a cake stall.

Make a note of all your fundraising ideas.

Ideas for raising money

 

You could cut down on the costs if you think of ways to save money. For example, do you know anyone who might do some of the work for free? Make a note of all your ideas.

Make a note of all your ideas.

Ideas for saving money

 

Have another look at your budget spreadsheet. If you have thought of some ways to save money you might be able to afford to do something differently.

Print a copy of your plan