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John,

The benefits of any green space extend far beyond its physical
boundaries. That's certainly true for our Community Schoolyards
projects, where the positive impact extends throughout the entire
neighborhood.

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-Alana Fink, Trust for Public Land 

PS: What outdoor adventure are you most looking forward to this fall?

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POP QUIZ: How Much Can Green Design Lower Temperatures in Schoolyards?

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Did you know that when temperatures rise above 90 degrees Fahrenheit,
asphalt can become a heat trap and cause third-degree burns?
This happens because asphalt absorbs 90 percent of solar radiation.
Can you guess how much green design can lower temperatures and protect
students from extreme heat and potential injuries?  

 5 DEGREES  

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15 DEGREES

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20 DEGREES

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30 DEGREES

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Sign Now: Transform Tribal Schoolyards for Kids

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Schoolyards offer essential physical and mental health benefits,
leading to better educational outcomes. However, many schoolyards in
tribal communities lack the necessary resources to unlock their full
potential. That's where you come in: urge Congress to increase funding
for the Bureau of Indian Education today!

TAKE ACTION

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In the Spotlight

Time is Running Out to Designate National Monuments

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With your help, we can urge President Biden to designate key national
monuments before leaving office in January. Sign now to let President
Biden know you support protecting breathtaking landscapes like
Chuckwalla and preserving critical historic sites such as Black Wall
Street.

SIGN NOW

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More Stories for You

Celebrating Our Podcast's First Year

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In this special retrospective episode, host Ronda Lee Chapman looks
back over a year of People. Nature. Big Ideas. and calls out some of
her favorite guests, moments, and "big ideas."

In Memoriam: Ed Olson of TPL Hawai'i

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Ed Olson, TPL Hawai'i's emeritus board member and longtime supporter
of our work, established a $2 million endowment for the Hawai'i
state director position, supported several land protection projects,
and volunteered at various community work days with our partners. His
dedication to land will forever live on.

Protect Your Right to Access Georgia Waterways

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The Georgia General Assembly is studying where you can legally paddle,
boat, and float in the state, and their decision could limit your
access to state rivers and streams. Urge the House Study Committee on
Navigable Streams and Related Matters to protect our freedom to float.
Sign the petition today.

Green is Cool for Back to School

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Opening this month with more green features on the way, the new
playground at Brooklyn Center Elementary STEAM in Minneapolis is
packed with fun and climate-smart features to take learning outside
the classroom-all designed by the students and local residents.

Broad Support for the Florida Gulf Coast Trail

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The Bonita Estero Rail Trail, part of TPL's 420-mile Florida
Gulf Coast Trail, just got a boost! Senator Marco Rubio and the
Florida Department of Transportation sent letters urging
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to fund the project. This
support is crucial for turning the trail system into a reality.

Ways to Give 

Spaces to Grow

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With your help, we've created nearly 300 Community Schoolyards
projects, leading the movement to transform asphalt playgrounds into
vibrant, safe spaces. From Philadelphia to Tacoma, revitalized
schoolyards are connecting students and neighbors to the benefits of
the outdoors. Deepen your impact and advance health, climate, equity,
and educational outcomes nationwide.

BECOME A MEMBER

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Planned Giving

Get Immediate Tax Benefits When You Give through a DAF 

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Show your care for nature and those you love by building your legacy
with Trust for Public Land. Gifts can be made outright through a
donor-advised fund (DAF), which will allow you to receive immediate
tax benefits. You can also name a charity like TPL as a remainder
beneficiary of your DAF, ensuring support of our mission to build
vibrant, sustainable communities for years to come.

GET ANSWERS WITH OUR DAF GUIDE  

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Question of the Month

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Answer this month's Question of the Month for your chance to be
featured in a future newsletter.

ANSWER THIS MONTH'S QUESTION

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Join Our Advisory Board

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Advisory board members are TPL advocates, ambassadors, and donors that
help increase our impact through philanthropy, advocacy, connections,
and strategic guidance.

Join Our Team

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Come join a passionate team working toward a mission you believe in.
View all open positions.

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Business Intelligence Developer - Philanthropy Operations, Remote

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Director of Strategic Projects and Support

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Texas State Director

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Region Director of Philanthropy, California

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Stockton Parks Fellow

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Administrative Coordinator, California

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Director of Philanthropy, Illinois

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Senior Land Conservation Project Manager, Western WA

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Program Coordinator - Camden

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access to the benefits and joys of the outdoors for generations to
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