The Blue Jackets and the Blue Jackets Foundation are on a mission to help kids get healthy, play safely and stay active. They are making that vision a reality by committing to build eight Blue Jackets themed playgrounds throughout central Ohio over the next four years.
This week marks the unveiling of the second of those playgrounds. The first was completed a few weeks ago at Glenwood Park, and now, one is open at Windsor Park as well. What makes these play areas special isn't just that they have a hockey theme, but they are part of a long-term commitment to make the neighborhoods in Columbus better.
"We traditionally have given a number of different grants of different sizes," said Kathryn Dobbs, Columbus Blue Jackets Vice President of Community Relations and Executive Director of the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation. "When it came to this grant, we had a chance to move the needle. We spent a great deal of time finding the right match for the unique resources of this team and the needs of the community. Our goal was to find where we can really connect."
But the Blue Jackets aren't doing this alone. They have the support of Columbus Mayor Andrew J. Ginther who launched a campaign to make vulnerable communities safer for children to play and be with friends and family. The Jackets are also working hand in hand with Columbus Recreation and Parks who had helped them with previous builds in the city.
CBJ continue mission to improve local neighborhoods with new playground
These play areas are special because they are part of a long-term commitment to make the neighborhoods in Columbus better



