Updates
April 21, 2014
Volleyball season draws to thrilling close ›
Playworks’co-ed volleyball leagues came to a close after five awesome weeks where fourth and fifth grade players bumped it, set it, spiked it—because that’s the way they like it! Cheers rang out…
March 14, 2014
Bellevue School District features Playworks in Washington State ›
The power of play has made a seriously positive impact on schools in the Bellevue School District. Located just east of Seattle, Bellevue contracted Playworks trainers to lead professional development programs for…
March 10, 2014
Jill Vialet visits Portland and reads Recess Rules ›
Playworks Pacific Northwest had the pleasure of supporting and hosting a special book event in the Alberta Art District. Founder and CEO, Jill Vialet read excerpts from her new book…
February 26, 2014
Visit Playworks at the 12th Annual NorthWest PBIS Conference ›
On Thursday, February 27, 2014 Playworks will be presenting Powerful Play: How Recess Can Improve School Climate at 3 pm at the 12th Annual NorthWest PBIS Conference at the Red Lion Inn on the River…
February 20, 2014
Five Ways to support Playworks in the Pacific Northwest ›
We believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. For all our friends, supporters, and believers, you can help create a place on the…
January 13, 2014
Standing Together ›
Playworks is proud to be a 2014 Stand Together featured partner alongside eight other great Portland area nonprofits. Beginning this month, Playworks and the Portland Timbers and Thorns FC in partnership…
December 10, 2013
Girls get game at extravaganza ›
Playworks Pacific Northwest kicked off the new season of our girls basketball league this year with our annual extravaganza at the University of Portland campus. The event was a great…
December 9, 2013
#1 Best Nonprofit to Work For in Oregon ›
For the fifth year, Oregon Business showcased exemplary nonprofit workplaces on their 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon project. More than 5,000 employees and volunteers from 159 nonprofits…
December 9, 2013
Inspiring Our Next Generation ›
Portland Monthly Magazine recognized Playworks in their 2013 Light a Fire Awards. The annual awards ceremony is a celebration honoring the individuals and organizations who make Portland more prosperous, beautiful,…