Basketball and pickleball are just a few of the many activities that will be able to take place in New Perceptions’ newly constructed sports facility in Edgewood.
The non-profit organization, which provides growth, employment and education for over 400 individuals with disabilities, unveiled the new facility officially at a ribbon cutting Thursday.
The over $25,000 project was made possible with the help of Toyota Boshoku, an automotive manufacturer.
Rich Norris, vice president of corporate planning, said he is excited for members to have access to physical activity in the new space.
“I know how important it is for these members to have the opportunity to have a safe place to have this type of physical activity,” Norris said. “This [facility] provides them a safe, comfortable environment to do that.”
Shawn Carroll, executive director of New Perceptions, described the new facility as “transformational” for the organization.
“The physical activity you get, along with the camaraderie that comes from playing sports, is amazing,” Carroll said. “We’re really thrilled that Toyota Boshoku has gifted us with this. We wouldn’t be able to do this on our own.”
For more information about New Perceptions, visit their website here.
