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WBTV – ‘Miracle’ in the making as S.C. leaders celebrate groundbreaking for all-inclusive park
The official groundbreaking was held for the all-inclusive public facility which city leaders say will be the first of its kind in the nation.
“The legacy that comes from the effort that we see here today– the smiles on faces for families in Rock Hill and around this entire community– what a difference it makes,” said South Carolina Majority Leader Gary Simrill who represents York County.
Miracle park is a 15-acre, $8 million facility that has been more than two years in the making. Wednesday’s groundbreaking brought together the York County Disabilities Foundation, which is the nonprofit behind the park, Governor Henry McMaster, US representative Ralph Norman, SC Representative and Majority Leader Gary Simrill, Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys, leaders from Winthrop University and many others who have been working together to make the project happen.
WSOCTV – ‘Miracle’ coming to Rock Hill next summer
Miracle Park will be a unique place for athletes of all ages and abilities.
Josh Myers, 31, is a world gold medalist weightlifter in the Special Olympics.
On Wednesday, he stood with hundreds of others outside the Winthrop Coliseum, to help break ground on something he never imagined as a kid.
“I’m so excited for the opportunity for all kids,” Myers told the crowd, which included the state’s governor, a congressman and other dignitaries.
Patti Myers is Josh’s mother. She’s watched him grow up competing in Special Olympics and in the World Games last year. She’s also a special education teacher in Clover.
“We cannot wait for Miracle Park to be open,” she said. “This is a great opportunity for Rock Hill.”
EAGLE IMPACT – Junior Welfare League’s Gobble Wobble 5K/8K benefitting Miracle Park
The non-profit organization Junior Welfare League of York County needs volunteers for our 5K/8K Gobble Wobble Race benefitting Miracle Park Rock Hill, SC on Saturday, November 17th.
Miracle Park is a park designed for people of ALL ages and abilities to play and work TOGETHER – a place for EVERYONE to BELONG! It is located at1005 Eden Terrace, Rock Hill, SC and is the first park in the world to hold a Universal Design certification! The park is a result of a public-private partnership between The York County Disabilities Foundation and The City of Rock Hill: the Foundation is fundraising and developing the park, and the City’s Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department maintains, operates, and programs the park and the Miracle League. Please browse our site for more about the park and the Miracle League.
If you have questions specific to development and fundraising, please contact Kylie Carroll, the Executive Director of Miracle Park, HERE.
Phase 1 – Complete:
- 1 Miracle League Field
- Concessions Area
- One-of-a-Kind Inclusive Playground designed for play for all ages and abilities which includes music, resistance equipment, a sensory pod, interactive games, and many parallel play elements.
- Sensory walls and pathway that addresses all 5 of senses, including a smelling and tasting garden!
- Family restroom
- Adult Changing station
- Traditional Baseball Field
- Universal Design elements
Final Phase of Development – to begin in 2024!
– After successful fundraising from over 500 donors in the community, we have raised all funds for Phase 1 and are now seeking funding for the rest of the park, which will include:
- Large multi-purpose field suitable for football, soccer, lacrosse, kickball, basketball, volleyball and more
- 2600 square foot Education Building – indoor space for programs and storage for adaptive equipment with another adult changing station
- 2nd Miracle League baseball field
- 8,000 square foot Retail Space – dedicated to training , employing, and serving people of all abilities.
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York County Disabilities Foundation
The Foundation is recognized as a non-profit 501-(c) 3 entity and all contributions are tax deductible.
You can donate directly using button above or you can mail checks to:
The York Disabilities Foundation
PO Box 37021
Rock Hill, SC 29732
COMMITTED SPONSORS
$100,000 +
Nicole & David Tepper Foundation
Godbold
CRAIG & TIFFANY
CRAZE
Gary & Peggy
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York County Disabilities Foundation
The Foundation is recognized as a non-profit 501(c)(3) entity and all contributions are tax deductible.
Mail checks to:
Miracle Park
PO Box 37021
Rock Hill, SC 29732
Make checks payable to "Miracle Park."
You may designate your gift "in honor" or "in memory" of a loved one by adding a comment to your online donation or include a note with your check. If you want someone to receive an acknowledgement, please include that information with the donation and be sure to include the address.
The Miracle Park is maintained and operated by the City of Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department. Please contact them with questions or concerns:
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If you have questions specific to development and fundraising, please contact Kylie Carroll, the Executive Director of Miracle Park, HERE.
Call Miracle Park at 803-325-2650 or email terry.hagen@cityofrockhill.com to let us know of your interest in helping with programs at Miracle Park.
1005 Eden Terrace
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-325-2650
Terry Hagen:
terry.hagen@cityofrockhill.com
Jonathan Shea
jonathan.shea@cityofrockhill.com