LM Team 2 - 2 Illuminate Miami

HELP US BUILD A SAFE SPACE WHERE CHILDREN EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS CAN HEAL THROUGH PLAY

Team 2 IlluminateMiami, in partnership with The Salvation Army Miami Area Command, is building a healing-centered playground at the Center of Hope for children experiencing homelessness in Miami-Dade County.

A safe, supportive play space helps children:
 • Reduce toxic stress
 • Improve emotional regulation
 • Build confidence and self-esteem
 • Strengthen social connection
 • Restore autonomy and resilience

Children facing homelessness experience high rates of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), making them:
 • 4x more likely to experience depression
 • 7x more likely to develop substance dependence
 • 12x more likely to attempt suicide

Physical inactivity accounts for nearly 70% of low self-esteem outcomes among homeless youth. Structured play is not just recreational—it’s protective and healing.

Your donation helps transform an unused outdoor area into a space where children can play, breathe, and simply be kids again. Every gift directly supports equipment, safety features, and volunteer build efforts.

Thank you for helping us create lasting impact for Miami’s most vulnerable families.

JOIN US BY BUILDING RESILIENCE FROM THE GROUND UP.