DALLAS (1080 KRLD)- The children's park at Klyde Warren park in Dallas will now be known as the 'Sheila and Jody Grant Children's Park' thanks to a $5 million gift from the Perot family.
The Grants, who led the effort beginning in 2004 to create Klyde Warren Park, are also spearheading its previously announced Enhancements and Expansion Project expected to be completed in 2024.
Since its creation, the Children’s Park has served hundreds of thousands of children each year, at no cost to their families.
The Enhancements and Expansion Project includes enlarging the
children’s area from 12,000 square feet to 18,000 square feet and will add exciting new, state-of-the-art play equipment, including a climbing tower, a children’s climbing wall, new balance and spinning elements, an additional water feature, and a shaded picnic area, which can be used for birthday parties or other fun family celebrations.
“Without Sheila and Jody Grant, there would simply be no Klyde Warren Park,” said Margot Perot.
“This gift honors their courage and commitment in developing this wonderful Park for all of Dallas to enjoy. I can’t think of a greater privilege than putting the Grants’ name on the newly expanded Children’s Park, commemorating their selfless service and creative passion in making this dream for Dallas come true.”
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