West Virginia Playground to be Redesignedated to Honor Children Battling Cancer
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A new playground in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve will soon bear a powerful new name,recognizing the courage of West Virginia children and families impacted by childhood cancer. legislation introduced recently will redesignate the space as the “Hearts of Gold Playground: In Honor of West Virginia Children and Families Impacted by Childhood Cancer.”
The bipartisan effort, led by U.S.Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Senator Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), and Representative carol Miller (R-W.Va.), aims to create a lasting tribute to young West Virginians facing the challenges of pediatric cancer.
“I am so proud to join Senator Justice in the effort to redesignate this playground in honor of our youngest and bravest West Virginians fighting cancer,” stated Senator Capito. “Childhood cancer takes an unimaginable toll on patients and their families and frequently enough impedes on their ability to enjoy simple hallmarks of childhood like playing at the park. It is my prayer that this playground honors the strength of children and their families battling pediatric cancer, and brings them pure fun and joy.”
Senator Justice echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the meaning of the location.”This playground is so much more than swings and slides. It’s a place that shows the true heart of West Virginia,” he said. “Every West Virginia child and family that’s had to fight cancer is honored here, and Lord knows that battle is tougher than tough.my hope is that when kids are running and laughing here, when families are making memories here, it brings a little light into lives that have seen some real darkness. The brave children we have named this playground after truly have hearts of gold that will shine through this place.”
Representative Miller added, “It is a true privilege to join my colleagues in renaming this playground the ‘Hearts of Gold Playground: In Honor of West Virginia Children and Families Impacted by Childhood Cancer.’ This special place will stand as a lasting tribute to the strength and courage of our state’s children and their families. May it continue to bring joy, create lasting memories, and serve as a beacon of hope right here in the heart of West Virginia.”
A community space with Symbolic Meaning
The playground, located in the Grandview area of the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, has long been a popular gathering place for families and a cornerstone of the local community. The chosen name, “Hearts of gold,” carries deep symbolic weight, recognizing the remarkable resilience of children battling cancer.
The gold ribbon is internationally recognized as the symbol for childhood cancer awareness, further solidifying the playground’s dedication to this cause. The redesignation aims to transform the space into a haven of hope and joy for those navigating the difficulties of pediatric cancer.
Continued Commitment to Childhood Cancer Research
This initiative builds upon Senator Capito’s existing commitment to combating childhood cancer. She was a key author of the Childhood Cancer Survivorship, Treatment, Access, and Research (STAR) Act, hailed as the most comprehensive legislation ever passed by Congress to address the challenges of childhood cancer.
The “Hearts of Gold Playground” represents a tangible expression of support for West Virginia’s young cancer fighters and their families, offering a space for healing, connection, and lasting memories.
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