According to the National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities, recreational activities contribute to an individual’s quality of life by:
- Promoting physical activity as part of an active lifestyle
- Developing fundamental motor skills necessary for participating in individual and team sports
- Increasing physical independence and/or mobility
- Enhancing self-esteem and self-image
- Establishing friendships with peers of all abilities

| Karst Farm Playscape wins diversity award |
| Congratulations to the Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County. The Karst Farm Playscape was presented with the Nancy Howard Diversity Award during the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce annual meeting. |

