One group in the Yuba CA area has made it their mission to provide Buddy Benches for schools in the area to promote inclusivity and fight bullying. And with the support of local businesses and individuals, they are succeeding. The group is called the Yuba-Sutter Stand for the Silent. This is a chapter of the national Stand for the Silent ... Read More »
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 »
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