It is estimated that more than half of elementary schools in the US now feature Buddy Benches in their playgrounds. The Park and Facilities Catalog, a major supplier of Buddy Benches nationwide, continues to see a steady number of orders for this popular product. And many of the orders we see come in the form of donations either by individuals ... Read More »
It’s heartening to see how one simple piece of outdoor furniture, a “Buddy Bench,” is having such a positive impact on alleviating loneliness and bullying in schools across America. Crosspointe Elementary School in Boynton Beach, FL is the latest school to add a Buddy Bench supplied by The Park and Facilities Catalog. “The kids love it,” said Courtney Roper, Parent ... Read More »
Adding a Buddy Bench to a school might be a goal for children and parents to consider if they are looking for a project that will have a positive impact with young students. That’s exactly what 9-year-old Ariana from California accomplished recently as a member of the Girl Scouts. She sold a bunch of Girl Scout cookies and raised enough ... Read More »
A Buddy Bench donated to a school by The Park and Facilities Catalog was recently featured on the nationally televised “Steve” show starring popular comedian Steve Harvey. The show centered on a young man named Alex, who was recently the subject of an article on our website. Producers at the “Steve” show heard about the story and contacted Alex and ... Read More »
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