Foresters Financial: Help Build a New Playspace at Waxahachie YMCA!

Who: A total of approximately 125 volunteers from Foresters Financial, PHP, and KABOOM! 
Work is available for volunteers of all levels of skill and ability.
Please note - All youth under the legal working age for this state will be welcome to participate in youth activities but will not be able to participate in building in the construction areas. School-aged children are welcome to join in the Family Fun Zone! Please add children's names on the next page. 
When: Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 8:00AM-3:00PM
Where: Waxahachie Family YMCA, 100 YMCA Dr Waxahachie, TX 75165
What's Provided: Breakfast, lunch and water will be provided. Gloves and other safety materials will be provided for the projects that require them. All volunteers will receive a T-shirt to wear during the project.
What to Wear: The playground build will happen rain or shine. Please come dressed for the weather. Closed-toe shoes are required; sneakers or work boots that you don't mind getting dirty are advisable. Please leave valuables at home as secure storage is not available on site.
Family Fun Zone: A variety of fun kids activities will be available for children ages 5-14 on Build Day. You must be LEGAL WORKING AGE to volunteer for the playground build. Parents/guardians must sign a waiver for kids to participate and must remain on site during the project.  
By registering here, you acknowledge the following:

• I acknowledge that my participation is voluntary and does not constitute a condition or requirement of employment. By registering for this activity, I understand and accept that Foresters Financial, KABOOM!, and Waxahachie Family YMCA is not responsible for any injuries or damages that might arise from the event and/or activity.
• I will be respectful and considerate to all event attendees and staff and will not create an unsafe situation for other individuals or myself. If I see any situation that I feel is unsafe, I will immediately call it to the attention of the event organizer or a coordinator. I agree and consent to the use of my image by Foresters Financial, PHP, Integrity, KABOOM!, and Waxahachie Family YMCA in any marketing, social media, or other promotional or informational materials.
• I understand that a volunteer may be at the Project to provide medical treatment in the event of an injury, and if necessary to assist in arranging transportation to medical facilities, but acknowledge that neither the event organizer nor any other of the parties are in any way responsible for providing such medical volunteer or treatment.

Build Site Rules: All participants must comply with the following practices. These rules have been established and agreed upon to ensure the safety, comfort and respect for all involved. Failure to comply will result in immediate dismissal from the project.
• Work together, treat everyone with respect and use family-friendly, inclusive language
• Report any unsafe or inappropriate behavior to on-site staff
• Please comply with all requests from on-site staff
• Follow all safety guidelines
• Only pre-approved power tools are permitted
• Closed-toe shoes are required
• Youth may not participate in areas of active construction
• No smoking, alcohol or drugs
• The use or carry of firearms is prohibited *with the exception of certified, active officers
 
Build Day Schedule
We will need Foresters Financial volunteers on October 3, 2026. Below is the schedule for Build Day: 

Build Day: Saturday, October 3, 2026
125 volunteers are needed.
• 8:00 AM - Volunteers arrive and check-in
• 8:30 AM - Kick-Off Ceremony
• 2:30 PM - Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony:
Construction Week will culminate with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of a job. This ceremony will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 2:30pm and will last approximately 20 minutes. Ribbon cutting time may be subject to change based on project completion.