Willow's Playhouse&Teen Center-A dream for DeKalbCounty Kids

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Willow’s Playhouse & Teen Center – Project Story

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Mission of the Company

Willow’s Playhouse & Teen Center exists to create a safe, joyful, and welcoming indoor space where kids, teens, and families in Fort Payne, Alabama can gather, play, connect, and build community.

We honor the spirit of love and light brought by my daughter Willow, creating a place where every child feels valued and every family feels supported.

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Problem We Are Solving

Fort Payne currently has no local indoor recreation options for families.

• No bowling alley.

• No skating rink.

• No movie theater.

• No teen lounge.

• No indoor playground at all.

Families must drive an hour or more to find entertainment.

Teens have few safe places to gather.

Young children have limited options for active play, especially during hot summers and rainy days.

Families here need and deserve a local, accessible, safe, and fun indoor place to enjoy year-round.

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Market Size and Opportunity

• Fort Payne’s population is about 15,000 people, with thousands of families and children.

• Nearby towns in DeKalb County could also use Willow’s Playhouse, extending our reach beyond just Fort Payne.

• Schools, daycares, churches, and homeschool groups in the area are potential partners and customers.

• There is virtually no local competition for an indoor play center and teen lounge.

This is a big opportunity to fill a real need and become a vital, cherished part of the community.

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Our Company Product and How It Solves the Problem

Willow’s Playhouse & Teen Center will offer:

• Indoor playground equipment for kids (ages toddler–12)

• A teen lounge area with games, music, and seating (ages 13–18)

• Birthday party hosting and private event rentals

• Seasonal events and educational programs (crafts, story time, game nights)

This solves the local entertainment gap by giving families:

• A safe place to play, especially in bad weather

• A fun, supervised hangout spot for teens

• A place for special events and celebrations

• A meaningful community space everyone can be proud of

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Why We Are Seeking Funding and How We Will Spend It

We are seeking funding to bring Willow’s Playhouse to life because starting a community indoor center requires up-front investment.

Your support will help pay for:

• Leasing and renovating a building

• Purchasing commercial-grade indoor playground equipment

• Building out the teen center space (lounge furniture, games)

• Necessary licenses, insurance, and startup operational costs

• Basic marketing to spread the word and open strong!

Every dollar you give will directly help build a safe, happy, and much-needed place for the children and families of Fort Payne.

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Thank You to Our Backers

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in this dream.

When you support Willow’s Playhouse, you are helping create a joyful, lasting tribute to my daughter Willow’s light — and you’re giving hundreds of local kids and families a place to laugh, grow, and feel loved.

You are part of building something truly special for this town.

We can’t wait to welcome you through our doors!