This is the biggest change made to the playground in over a decade. And you can be a part of it.
BIG PLANS FOR LITTLE KIDS.
We’ve got the plans.
We just need your help to bring them to life.
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If you want to make a real difference, this is it.
The playground at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital has supported hundreds of thousands of families over the years, but it is no longer meeting the needs of the children who rely on it.
The current equipment is limited, particularly for children with a disability.
We have the opportunity to build something better. A space that is more inclusive, more accessible and purpose-built for therapy and recovery through play.
This is not just a nice-to-have. It is essential to child-centred care.
It is where play, recovery, learning and connection come together and where children can truly thrive. We’ve got big plans and need to raise $200,000 to bring them to life.
This is the biggest change made to the playground in over a decade. And you can be part of it.
Help us create a space that encourages movement, connection and recovery, and will strengthen the role of play right across the Hospital.
Play your part. Donate now.
Individual donations of $1,000 or more are gratefully recognised on our Donor Recognition Board.
Thanks to SA Power Networks and Enerven employees, through their Employee Foundation, for sliding in early and matching the first $20,000 in online donations.
“Sometimes the only way I can get Jack through the doors is by reminding him we can go to the playground.”
Jack is five. He’s been admitted to hospital more times than his mum, Amy, can count.
He lives with a lifelong genetic immune deficiency and has recently been diagnosed with autism and ADHD. Hospital is a big part of his life. So is the playground.
It's where Jack can move, reset, and feel like himself. It's where his family can catch their breath and find some calm in the chaos.
“It’s never just been a playground for Jack,” says Amy. “It’s familiar. It’s safe. It’s how we get through.”
Across the Hospital, play is a vital part of care. It helps children understand what’s happening, reduce anxiety and feel more at ease in an unfamiliar environment. For Jack, it has made a lasting difference.
Your gift will help ensure play remains part of the care experience for Jack and for every child when they need it most.
We want to build a playground that supports therapy, movement, inclusion and recovery. But we cannot build it without you.
Artist impression only. Final design may vary. This image is a visual representation of the proposed playground located on the Play Deck at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
This playground isn’t just important for one child. It matters to thousands.
Every year, more than 300,000 children and families rely on the Women’s and Children’s Hospital. For many of them, the playground is part of that experience. A place to reset between appointments, to recover after treatment, or simply to feel like a child again.
It is used by therapists, Hospital School teachers, siblings and support workers. It is the one space in the Hospital designed entirely for children, and it plays a different role in every child’s journey.
These numbers matter. But behind every one of those families is a child with a story of their own. The playground means something different to each of them. For some, it’s a break. For others, it’s a tool. For many, it’s the one place that feels safe.
For kids like Jack, Deccy, Zahli and Ryan, it’s all of that and more.
For kids like Deccy.
Deccy lives with Leukodystrophy, a neurological disorder that affects the central nervous system. He’s reliant on a wheelchair and receives ongoing care through the hospital’s Paediatric Palliative Care Service. His condition requires regular therapy and complex care, with hospital visits now part of everyday life. Deccy is full of imagination, always finding ways to play.
For kids like Zahli.
Zahli was diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma, a rare and aggressive bone cancer, at age 11. Her family relocated over 700 kilometres from Streaky Bay to Adelaide so she could begin treatment. She’s spent months in hospital, undergone major surgery to remove part of her leg, and is continuing a long course of chemotherapy with incredible resilience.
For kids like Ryan.
Ryan was just over one when a sudden infection turned into a life-threatening emergency. He was flown from Broken Hill to Adelaide, went into cardiac arrest, and later had parts of his legs and hands amputated. After weeks in intensive care and months of rehab, he’s now learning to walk with prosthetics. His strength and determination continue to inspire everyone around him.
Sliding in early! Thanks to SA Power Networks and Enerven employees, through their Employee Foundation, for matching the first $20,000 in online donations.
Your Gift. Your Impact. Your Name.
Gifts of any amount are gratefully received for this campaign. To express our gratitude for particularly generous contributions from our community of supporters, we are pleased to be able to include donors on our Donor Recognition Board. For full details on eligibility and how names and logos will be displayed, please read the FAQ below.
Who is eligible to have their name displayed on the Donor Recognition Board?
Individual Donors
• Minimum contribution $1,000+
• Recognition: Name displayed on the Donor Recognition Board
Organisation Donors
• Minimum contribution $5,000
• Recognition: Organisation name displayed on the Donor Recognition Board
Organisation Donors (inclusive of logo)
• Minimum contribution $10,000
• Recognition: Company or organisation logo displayed on Donor Recognition Board
• Logo submission: Must be high-resolution and approved for use
What are the guidelines for name display on the Donor Recognition Board?
All names must be submitted in English characters.
• Up to 40 characters (including spaces) are permitted for each donor name
• Individual names will be displayed as First Name and Last Name (i.e. John Smith)
• Couple names are permitted and will be displayed as Couple Name (i.e. John and Jane Smith)
• Family names are permitted and will be displayed as Family Name (i.e. Smith Family)
• Honorifics and suffixes may be included but must remain within the character limit
• Organisation names will be displayed as the registered legal business name, abbreviations allowed
• The display of names, style and placement is at the discretion of the WCH Foundation
• Name format may be altered for consistency and to adhere to character limits
• If you would like to make a group contribution, please contact us at hello@wchfoundation.org.au or call (08) 8464 7900 to discuss your gift.
What are the requirements for organisation logo submissions ($10,000+ organisation donations)?
- Logos must be submitted in vector format (.AI, .EPS)
- Logos will be resized to fit the board’s design – maximum width and height will apply
- Logos may appear in colour, greyscale or monochrome at the discretion of the WCH Foundation and in keeping with the donor board design
- Logos must not include promotional slogans or websites or QR codes
- The WCH Foundation reserves the right to approve or decline any submission to ensure alignment with our Gift Acceptance Policy
- Inclusion of logos, size, design and placement are at the discretion of the WCH Foundation
- A representative from the WCH Foundation will contact you to arrange for submission of your corporate logo. Feel free to contact us at hello@wchfoundation.org.au or 08 8464 7900
Are there any display standards or terms and conditions?
- All names and logos must use English characters only with no special symbols
- All names will be displayed in a uniform font with sizing at the discretion of the WCH Foundation
- Name format may be altered for consistency and to adhere to character limits
- Please double check spelling when you submit your name. Any changes or corrections must be submitted in writing before the final production deadline
- No offensive, political, religious or promotional content
- WCH Foundation reserves the right to modify, abbreviate or exclude names that do not comply with our standards. Final placement is at the discretion of the WCH Foundation
- These guidelines are subject to change and at the discretion of the WCH Foundation
