We help every kid play, every day.
We help schools and youth programs create recess and play environments where every child can join in.
All kids should experience the social, emotional, and physical benefits of play.
Our Mission
Playworks’ mission is to improve the health and well-being of children by increasing opportunities for physical activity and safe, meaningful play.
Our Vision
Playworks’ vision is that one day every child in America will have access to safe, fun, healthy play every day.
Our History
In 1995, a frazzled principal with three little boys in tow asked Jill Vialet if she could do anything about recess. We’ve been helping educators re-think playtime ever since. Read more about our history
Our Core Values
News from the Field
Playworks is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit respected for our evidence-informed services and strategic approach to scale. Read what people are writing about Playworks across the country, get the inside story on the growing movement for play, and write about play or Playworks.
Our Community
Supporters
Many people and foundations are improving children’s social and emotional health every day through the power of play.
Corporate Partners
Learn how athletes, businesses, and peer organizations around the country are making our communities playful.