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Henderson Today
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Henderson Central Park Playground Receives Upgrade Grant
T-Mobile awards $27,000 to replace playground surface with safer poured-in-place rubber
Mar. 26, 2026 at 10:54pm
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The Central Park Playground in Henderson, Kentucky is receiving a $27,000 grant from T-Mobile to replace the playground surface with a safer poured-in-place rubber material. The project was selected from over 900 applicants this past quarter, and a check presentation will take place at the park on Saturday morning before the annual Easter egg hunt.
Why it matters
Upgrading aging playground equipment and surfaces is an important investment in community infrastructure, helping to ensure safe and accessible recreation for local families. The grant from T-Mobile will allow Henderson to enhance the safety and longevity of this popular public space.
The details
T-Mobile officials say the grant will be used to replace the existing playground surface at Central Park with a poured-in-place rubber material, which is designed to enhance safety and durability. The project was selected from over 900 applicants nationwide this past quarter.
- The check presentation will take place on Saturday morning, March 29, 2026, before the annual Easter egg hunt.
- The playground upgrade project is expected to be completed in the coming months.
The players
T-Mobile
A major U.S. wireless carrier that provides the $27,000 grant to fund the Central Park Playground upgrade.
City of Henderson, Kentucky
The local government that will oversee the playground upgrade project using the grant funds provided by T-Mobile.
What’s next
The city plans to begin the playground upgrade project in the coming months, with the goal of completing the new poured-in-place rubber surface before the summer season.
The takeaway
This grant from T-Mobile will allow the City of Henderson to make important safety improvements to a well-used community asset, demonstrating the value of public-private partnerships in enhancing local infrastructure and recreation opportunities.
