A garden makeover for children with disability
An inclusive, natural play space for kids with disability in regional Queensland
Yumba Bimbi Support Services is a not for profit organisation in Emerald, Central Queensland. Supporting children and adults with disabilities across Central Highlands and Western, the name Yumba Bimbi means "good home," and was gifted to the organisation by a local First Nations elder.
Yumba Bimbi was keen to upgrade its tired outdoor space and create an age-appropriate, accessible play space. Staff at the organisation found local parks and playgrounds to often be too hot, and located too far from amenities such as accessible toilets.
The organisation requested a range of trade materials, as well as the donation of trade services to carry out the makeover. The generosity of Taubmans, one of GIVIT's corporate partners, meant we could fulfil this request.
Before and after
Features of the new space
- A big shade sail to protect kids from the hot Queensland sun;
- A trellis for climbing plants to grow up the fence and further cool the space;
- A misting fan;
- Wooden framed covers over the air conditioning units for seating and safety;
- A water play station, mud kitchen and sensory exploration space;
- An art station;
- A paint box; and
- A safety gate to limit access and exit.
An inspiring end result
Yumba Bimbi now has a fantastic, purpose-built space for children to use before and after school, during school holiday programs, and during playgroups.
The space is safe, inclusive, sensory-rich and welcoming, without being overstimulating. Staff and kids from Yumba Bimbi reckon the area is very inviting, and the perfect place for kids to play!
Feel inspired by this story? Click here or look below to see exactly what's needed by organisations just like Yumba Bimbi who support children and their families impacted by physical and mental disability.
See what people need right now
9,168
Filter by:
Appeal
Item
Recipient
Delivery
Area
Curtains
Starting a new chapter of her life
Pick up
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Braddon
ACT 2612
Delivery
Pick up
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Area
Braddon
ACT 2612
Security Camera
Struggling & loving nan taking on care of grandchild, due to child with addiction & mental health illness losing rights.
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Hoxton Park
NSW 2171
Delivery
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Area
Hoxton Park
NSW 2171
Cot & Mattress
Sweet 42 year old rural father in crisis unable to afford medical care and medication - let's help him!
Post / Courier
Voucher
Ulverstone
TAS 7315
Delivery
Post / Courier
Voucher
Area
Ulverstone
TAS 7315
Television
Single mother with young children supporting extended family in sensitive & difficult circumstances
Pick up
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Perth
WA 6000
Delivery
Pick up
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Area
Perth
WA 6000
Gym membership funding support
Family experiencing homelessness, experiencing poor mental health
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Delivery
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Area
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Pharmacy Voucher - $50
Family experiencing homelessness, experiencing poor mental health
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Delivery
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Area
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Fuel Voucher - $50
Family experiencing homelessness, experiencing poor mental health
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Delivery
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Area
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Baby Bouncer/Rocker
Family with 5 children experiencing homelessness
Pick up
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Delivery
Pick up
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Area
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Pram - Double
Family with 5 children experiencing homelessness
Pick up
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Delivery
Pick up
Drop off
Post / Courier
Voucher
Area
South Melbourne
VIC 3205