About Playworks Southern California
All kids deserve the social, emotional, and physical benefits of play. We help schools and youth programs create healthy play environments where every child can join in.
Meet Playworks Southern California
Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Southern California in 2009. Playworks Southern California serves low-income schools through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Southern California through professional development workshops for schools and youth organizations.
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.
Meet Our People
August 27, 2021
Kaitlyn Gentling ›
Kaitlyn “Coach Kait” first joined Playworks in 2018 as an AmeriCorps Program Coordinator, serving Monte Vista Elementary in her first year and Heninger Elementary in her second year. After serving…
August 1, 2022
Wendy Romero ›
Wendy joins Playworks as a Southern California Pro Trainer. She brings to Playworks her passion for creating positive, enjoyable, and inclusive environments for all students and believes all students should…
November 6, 2023
Jessica Torres ›
Jessica is the Events & Activations Development Manager. She began her Playworks journey as a Southern California Pro Trainer. She brings her passion for youth development and student, family, and…