MARTA SOCCER FIELD PROJECT
Soccer in the Streets Support Initiative
Project Overview
Take It Outside proudly executed its inaugural community project in collaboration with Soccer in the Streets at the West-End Marta Station in Atlanta, Georgia. This transformative endeavor focused on various aspects of community upliftment, including Entrence Beautification, Drainage Installation, Pathway Construction, and Vegetable Garden Installation.
Date: April 2023
Location: West-End Marta Station in Atlanta, Georgia
Organization Supported: Take it Outside proudly executed its inaugural community project in collaboration with Soccer in the Streets.
Volunteers: 25+
Budget: The project involved an investment of $115,000.00 – encompassing labor, materials, and generous donations from the community and stakeholders.
Timeline: Our dynamic team of 26 Take It Outside members successfully completed the project within an 8-hour timeframe.
- ENTRANCE BEAUTIFICATION
The project revamped the entrance area, creating an inviting atmosphere for everyone who utilizes the space. - DRAINAGE INSTALLATION
Effective drainage systems were installed to resolve longstanding water-accumulation issues, making the land more usable and safer for the community. - PATHWAY CONSTRUCTION
New pathways were constructed to facilitate easier mobility and access within the area. - VEGETABLE GARDEN INSTALLATION
A vegetable garden was set up to address the issue of food scarcity, providing a sustainable solution to the area designated as a food desert.
Tucker Brewing Company
SiteOne
Tributary Landscape Group
Forest Group Management
U.S. General Construction
LandCare
Helena
Maxwell Landscape Construction
FiveTraks
Yardsy
This project holds particular importance for Take It Outside as it marks our first community endeavor. Our aim was to breathe new life into an area that was previously considered unusable. Moreover, the space serves as a key meeting place for school children, making it an ideal location for communal development.
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