Episode 21 - KABOOM! - Innovation to end playspace inequity, and the role of crypto and web3

In this episode we have the pleasure of being joined by James Siegel, Senior Fellow at KABOOM!, a non-profit organization with a powerful mission: to “end playspace inequity for good”. We discuss the amazing work KABOOM! is doing, and how they have embraced web3 and technological innovations.

In his role as Senior Fellow, James is responsible for advising the organization, building strategic partnerships, and advancing the mission of ending playspace inequity. James previously served as the CEO of KABOOM! for five years, and has also served on the Corporation for National and Community Services, the non-profit coalition Independent Sector, and in various other public and private sector roles.

About KABOOM!

KABOOM! is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a powerful mission: to “end playspace inequity for good”. KABOOM! works with communities “to build kid-designed playspaces that can spark joy and foster a sense of belonging for the kids who are often denied opportunities to thrive.”

For over 25 years, KABOOM! has provided joy to kids throughout the United States in their mission to end playspace inequity, and has had amazing impacts through their work:

• Over 17,000 playspaces built or improved
• Over 1.5 million volunteers engaged
• Over 11 million kids served

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Episode Time Stamps

01:30 - What was your “Ah hah” moment that got you interested in cryptocurrency?

03:35 - Tell us about KABOOM! and the programs and services you offer

10:15 - I understand that KABOOM! has been redefining what a play space means, including bringing play spaces to where kids are. Can you tell me more about this?

12:55 - I understand that you are finding creative ways to use technology at KABOOM!, including the development of “tech enabled play spaces”. What is a tech enabled play space, and what are the benefits for kids?

17:53 -  Please share with us some of the impacts KABOOM! has had through its programs (this could be stats, inspiring stories, etc.)

26:25 - Why did KABOOM! decide to start accepting cryptocurrency donations? 

30:50 - What has been your experience with cryptocurrency fundraising thus far?

34:50 - Beyond accepting donations, what other ways do you see cryptocurrency, blockchain, and web3 being of benefit to KABOOM! in the future?

40:00 - If you had the opportunity to share one thing with any non-profit partner hesitant to engage with cryptocurrency, what would it be? 

42:58 - What’s the best way to learn more about and support KABOOM!?

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