Impactathon for Kids: Exploring Stormwater Runoff
Presented by Innov8social and Pineapple Friends as part of the the Make a Splash program through the City of Tacoma and Pierce Conservation District, in partnership with Maritime Blue.
⭐️ Join us for a fun, hands-on event for K–5 students and families! Through storytelling, crafts, teamwork, and mini “impact pitches,” kids will explore stormwater runoff and learn how to protect our local waterways—while getting creative and working together. Inspired by the Pineapple Friends book series, this workshop is led by engaging facilitators and local experts.
👥 Kids (K-5th grade suggested) + guardians should plan to attend together. And, guardians can also get in on the brainstorming and pitching fun.
🥨 📒 We will have kid-friendly snacks and each learner will receive a Pineapple Friends coloring book to take home!
🧭 Accessibility
The Center for Urban Waters is ADA accessible and located near the Tacoma Dome Station, which is served by bus, Sounder train, and Link light rail. Free parking is available on-site. For accessibility questions or special requests, please email: hi@innov8social.com
📸 Photo & Media
We may take photos and short videos during the event to share the impact of Impactathon for Kids. No names or personal details will be shared. If you’d prefer your child not be photographed, please let us know at check-in.
Community & Venue Partners
Pierce Conservation District works to engage and support Pierce County residents in conserving natural resources through community-based education, technical assistance, and stewardship initiatives, such as the “Make a Splash” stormwater water project, in partnership with the City of Tacoma.
Make a Splash Stormwater Program through City of Tacoma is an environmental grant offered by the City of Tacoma for projects that help prevent stormwater pollution and protect or restore local waterways like lakes, streams, and Puget Sound.
Maritime Blue is nonprofit strategic alliance is committed to the development of maritime business, technology, and practices that promote a sustainable future contributing to economic growth, ecological health, and thriving communities.
The Center for Urban Waters brings together Environmental Services, UW Tacoma researchers and Maritime Blue to restore and protect the Puget Sound.
About Us
Impactathon is a participatory problem-solving “hackathon-style” experience designed to connect learners with real-world issues through fun, team-based challenges.
Innov8social is a social enterprise that designs engaging content and experiences, including Impactathons, to empower changemakers. We collaborate with educators, cities, companies, and communities.
Pineapple Friends is a new story-based series inspiring young readers to explore sustainability and innovation.