Impact Report
Update from CEO
During the 2023-2024 school year, we had the honor of supporting 638,008 students in 1,413 schools and community based organizations across the country. Our partners and Playworkers spent another school year bringing their exuberant energy to play alongside students, fostering environments where children feel supported, active, and connected.
“Our students love recess time more now than ever,” said a principal at a Playworks school. “Our Junior Coaches are developing in confidence and leadership.”
But our journey is far from finished. As we continue towards our goal of ensuring every kid in America plays every day, we are developing innovative new ways to bring play to new communities. We’re expanding our digital learning and widening our reach with community-based organizations, which will allow us to make our practices accessible to even more adults who uplift kids.
Today, and every day, we are proud to have you on our team.
This year we served
638,008
Students
5,998
Youth Leaders
1,413
Partners
58.39% Free/Reduced Lunch Eligible Students
“I love the structure and consistency that Playworks promotes. My students know where our assigned location spot is. They can lead the games themselves. I love the way my students have turned into responsible school citizens.”
– Classroom Teacher
According to our Annual Survey,
% of educators agree that Playworks helps…
increase the number of students that are
physically active
94%
students develop the skills to succeed in their learning community
94%
improve the school climate
93%
create an environment of belonging
96%
reduction in the number of disciplinary incidents
85%
create opportunities for inclusion of diverse groups of students
96%
National Spotlight
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Playworks and the American Academy of Pediatrics teamed up for a special webinar exploring the ecosystem of care for kids’ mental health and the transformative role of play.
This virtual conversation engaged medical professionals, educators, and other community leaders to shine a spotlight on the various people who form the ecosystem of care for youth and how play-based practices can make a difference across all of those relationships and settings.
