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#BeTheONE
It started
It started
with the one.
One voice noticed a child sitting on the bench. One question became a playground. See how a single act of advocacy changes what's possible for everyone.
The Idea
When you design for the one, you change it for everyone.
Every school, park, and campus has someone like this. One person who noticed a child sitting out. One advocate who asked a hard question and refused to let it go unanswered.
That one voice became a catalyst. A single ask turned into a project, and a project turned into a place where every kid, regardless of ability, could play side by side.
This campaign is about the people who started it. And an invitation to recognize, and build for, the one in your own community.
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Voice
That's all it takes to start a project that changes a community.
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Belonging
The goal of every inclusive space we help bring to life.
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Ripple Effect
One playground reaches every child who plays there, for years to come.
The Impact
An inclusive playground designed so every child can play together.
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Accessible equipment for every range of ability
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Sensory-friendly features for diverse needs
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Open spaces designed for social play
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Whether you're ready to start a project or just want to learn more, here's where to go next.
Download the Guide
Our Inclusive Play Guide walks through accessible equipment, surfacing, and design best practices.
Talk to a Design Expert
Get personalized guidance on what inclusive design could look like in your space.
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Who's the one in your community?
Every school and neighborhood has someone advocating for inclusion. Help us recognize the people who make play possible for everyone.
Funding Support
Ready to build for the one in your community?
If there's a student or community member who isn't being served today, GameTime can help you build something better, for them and for everyone.
GameTime Grant
Apply for inclusive playground funding.
The GameTime Grant helps schools and communities fund inclusive playgrounds so no child is left on the sidelines.
Apply for the Grant
Photo Gallery
Projects that started with one.
Every space below began with someone in the community who advocated for inclusion. Click a project to see the full story.
Be The One
Start with one.
One question can become a project. One advocate can change a community. One inclusive space can help every child feel like they belong.
The Ones Across the Country
Every dot starts with one voice.
Each approved nomination represents someone who noticed a need, spoke up for inclusion, and helped move a community closer to play for everyone.
Draft map using approved sample stories