Project Ideas
We are constantly creating and improving our build plans, so check back frequently for new additions and updates!
Some resources used here have been sourced and/or adapted from Kaboom! and other do-it-yourself websites. Painting ideas are from our supporter, Benjamin Moore. These are direct links to the websites.
Remember, some of these projects can be complex. See if any Platoon members are skilled in landscaping, painting, or woodwork and ask them to help out. Some of these projects may also require a lot of prep and may not be done in one visit.
Use the this page to explore projects that can be completed by volunteers at your potential project site!
Outdoor Furniture
There are variety of seating options you can make for your project. Some are built from scratch and others can be assembled from a kit.
Benches
Park Bench - $110 | Kid's Park Bench - $90
Double Arbor Bench - $285
Farmhouse Bench (Matches Table) - $80
Planter Bench - $275
Tree Bench - $200
Tables
Farmhouse Table - $150
Children's Picnic Table - $75
Picnic Table (ADA) - $150
Picnic Table kit (Lowe's) - $138
Produce Table - $365
Work Table - $120
ADA Work Table - $60
Children's Work Table - $60
Gardens
Community Gardens / Community gardens are a great and easy project for a Platoon.
Note: estimates do not include the price of soil
Elevated Garden Bed (4'x2') - $190
Elevated Garden Bed (8'x2') - $420
Garden Bed - $130
Raised Garden Bed with Bench - $424
Raised ADA Garden Bed - $410
Square Planter Box - $130
Soil Viewer - $285
Modular Planter System - $168
Landscaping Tips
Painting Projects
The following links will help you in your painting projects.
Shade Structures
Let's make it nice outside! Check out some of the simple structures you can build.
Arbor - $150
Double Arbor Bench - $285
Pergola - $475
Double Pergola - $650
Wooden Pergola kit - $1,350
Games
Life-Sized Jenga - $70
Life-Sized Dice - $0-$10