POGO PARK
Recreational FacilitiesCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Pogo Park is a nonprofit focused on converting neglected urban parks into safe, welcoming spaces where children can play and neighbors can connect. The organization emphasizes local inclusion by hiring and training residents from inner-city communities to participate in the park design and construction, aiming to empower those who face unemployment or marginalization. In addition to the physical redevelopment, Pogo Park provides on-site staffing and a range of activities for kids, such as after-school tutoring, chess clubs, and arts and crafts. Through these efforts, the project seeks to support the healthy development of children and strengthen community ties. The organization operates in the Recreational Facilities sector and is based in Richmond, California, with a small team. In 2025, it participated in its third annual Summer Carnival and announced plans to transform Elm Playlot into a family-focused hub for that event.