4 x 8 - $50

8 x 8 - $100

8 x 8 with logo - $200

WHO WE ARE

Julie’s Jungle is a not-for-profit organization located in the southern-most tip of Dutchess County in the Town of East Fishkill, N.Y., population 29,000 and growing. We have built a public playground for all children, no matter what their abilities, ages, or interests. Julie's Jungle Playground is the first fully accessible playground in Dutchess County and boasts a 16,000 sf play area and a 6,000 sq serenity garden, Clare's Enchanted Garden.  

Because of the popularity of the playground, our organization remains active in accepting donations for upgrades and enhancements. 100% of our proceeds go to the playground and garden. Our volunteer Board of Directors does not receive compensation.

Your brick donation is helping to keep Julie's Jungle a wonderful destination for all children of all abilities. Thank you.

OUR INSPIRATION

Our inspiration for Julie’s Jungle was based on a letter written, at the time, by a 12 year old Natalie Keating. Although her special needs sister, Julie has since passed away, Natalie had wished for an accessible playground where she and Julie could have played together. Along with the Keating family, the non-profit organization, Julie’s Jungle, was formed. In 2016 the first phase of the playground was built. It was completed in 2018 and a sensory garden was added in 2022.  

“Julie would have liked a playground where she could be pushed in her wheelchair or could have walked independently while holding handrails. Without words she touched the hearts of many with her laughter and smile. Julie was very special, and like Julie, this playground is meant to be special for everyone. It will always make children smile. We love to see a playground without limitations for any child; Julie would have wanted that. Most of all, she would have enjoyed watching children do all the things they are capable of doing. We appreciate your support to make this project possible for every child to enjoy.” ~ The Keating Family 

 

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Julie’s Jungle is to offer an accessible playground for all children to interact with family and friends.

 

OUR VISION

·         Maintain a state of the art adaptive playground

·         Remove barriers, offering an opportunity for all children to play

·         Strive to give all children a fulfilling, educational, and fun environment

 

THE PLAYGROUND INCLUDES

·         Accessible routes and paths throughout

·         Short stair heights

·         Ramps

·         Braille play panels

·         Spacious decks