<div>Help Thomas Build a Buddy Bench for Avalon Elementary School
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<div>Every Child Deserves Someone to Play With
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<div>For many children, recess is the best part of the school day. But for others, it can be the loneliest.
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<div>Imagine being a child who wants to join a game but doesn't know how to ask, or feels too shy or afraid of being rejected. Too often, these students spend recess standing alone, feeling invisible.
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<div>My name is Thomas Haddaway, and for my Eagle Scout Service Project, I am building and installing a Buddy Bench at Avalon Elementary School—a simple idea with the power to make a lasting difference.
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<div>A Buddy Bench is a special place on the playground where a student can sit if they are feeling lonely or looking for a friend. It serves as a silent signal to other children that someone could use a playmate or a kind invitation to join in. This simple bench encourages compassion, inclusion, and friendship while helping every child feel seen and valued.
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<div>Why This Project Matters
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<div>Children learn best when they feel safe, accepted, and connected.
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<div>By creating a welcoming space where students can easily ask for friendship without saying a word, this project will:
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<div>Help reduce feelings of loneliness and social isolation.
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<div>Encourage students to practice kindness and empathy.
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<div>Build a more inclusive playground culture.
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<div>Give shy or struggling students an easy way to connect with their peers.
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<div>Create a lasting resource that will benefit Avalon Elementary students for years to come.
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<div>My hope is that this Buddy Bench becomes more than just a bench—it becomes a symbol of kindness and belonging for every student who walks onto the playground.
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<div>About My Eagle Scout Project
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<div>As part of earning the rank of Eagle Scout, I am responsible for planning, organizing, fundraising, and leading a team of volunteers to complete this project from start to finish. I will coordinate every phase, from purchasing materials and constructing the bench to organizing volunteers and installing it at Avalon Elementary School.
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<div>This project allows me to develop leadership skills while leaving a meaningful, lasting impact on my community.
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<div>How Your Donation Helps
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<div>Every dollar donated goes directly toward building and installing the Buddy Bench.
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<div>Funds will be used for:
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<div>Pressure-treated lumber
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<div>Hardware, screws, lag bolts, and anchors
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<div>Exterior wood sealer
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<div>Soil and flowers for the integrated planter
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<div>Outdoor liner materials
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<div>Sanding and finishing supplies
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<div>Safety equipment for volunteers
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<div>Paint brushes, tarps, and other project supplies
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<div>Water, snacks, and meals for the volunteer team during construction
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<div>The estimated project cost is approximately $650, and my fundraising goal is $900 to help cover taxes, fees, and any unexpected project expenses. Any remaining funds or materials will be provided to Avalon Elementary School in accordance with Eagle Scout project guidelines.
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<div>How You Can Help
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<div>Whether you donate $10 or $100, every contribution brings this project one step closer to becoming a reality.
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<div>If you're unable to donate, you can still make a difference by sharing this fundraiser with your family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors.
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<div>Together, we can help create a playground where every child knows they have a place to belong.
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<div>Thank you for supporting my Eagle Scout journey and for helping make Avalon Elementary School an even kinder and more welcoming place for every student.
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<div>— Thomas Haddaway
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