Park Quest is Here
- The Community
- Oct 1
- 2 min read
Join Us at Pumpkin Palooza!
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Ottawa Park
Something magical is happening in Toledo… and it starts in a park, with a game, a quest, and a community ready to rise.
After months of creativity, coding, and collaboration, we are thrilled to officially launch Park Quest, our youth-developed video game, on Saturday, October 18th at Pumpkin Palooza in Ottawa Park. This is more than a game—it’s a love letter to our city, written in pixels and powered by purpose.
🎮 In Park Quest, players step into the shoes of community heroes fighting to clean up Ottawa Park, defeat the mysterious Night Jogger, and restore joy, color, and history to one of Toledo’s most beloved green spaces. Developed by local youth under our STEM Center’s guidance, every line of code and character design tells a story rooted in pride, perseverance, and play.
Special Thanks to Meijer
This milestone wouldn't be possible without the generosity of Meijer, who recently joined us as a STEM Center donor. Their support helps us continue building pathways in technology, gaming, and digital literacy for youth who have historically been excluded from these spaces.
Because of Meijer and others like them, our students aren’t just playing games they’re making them. And that changes everything.
Join Us for Our Fall Fundraiser
Friday, October 17th | 6 PM to 9 PM – Next Door Pub & Grub – Toledo, OH
Before the adventure begins in the park, we’re throwing a party to power our future.
Our Fall Fundraiser is happening the night before Pumpkin Palooza—an evening full of competition, community, and celebration. With dart tournaments, video game battles, and more, this is a night built for gamers, supporters, and anyone who believes in youth potential.
🎟️ Tickets: $50 (at the door)🌮 Taco Bar | 🎮 Games | 🎁 Auction Items | 💬 Meet the Creators
All proceeds support our Art, Code & Community Fund and the launch of our STEM Center Donor Wall.
Be Part of the Donor Wall
We’re building more than programs—we’re building a legacy. Our STEM Center Donor Wall will permanently recognize individuals, businesses, and community members who help bring this vision to life.
🔹 Become a donor today and leave your mark on the future.🔹 In-kind donations of tech, snacks, software, or art supplies are also welcome and vital!
📩 Contact us to become a donor or in-kind partner → info@besnxc.org
A City of Creators
Park Quest is proof of what happens when youth are given tools, trust, and a team that believes in them. We’re proud to launch it during Pumpkin Palooza, a festival of fall joy and community spirit.
So come out, play the game, meet the creators, and support a movement built on innovation and inclusion.
Let’s build the future. Together.
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