About Playworks Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin
Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Wisconsin in 2012. Playworks Wisconsin serves low-income schools across the Greater Milwaukee metro area and southern Wisconsin through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Wisconsin 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.
Our Core Values
Meet Our People
April 21, 2023
Samantha Kluever ›
Samantha, or Coach Sammi, is extremely excited to be joining the Playworks team as a Site Coordinator. Sammi went to University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee in Fall 2018. She graduated…
August 2, 2022
Courtney Gonnering ›
As a Regional Partnerships Manager, Courtney works with schools across the state to consult and create a positive recess and school climate. She is passionate about youth development, play, and…
June 3, 2022
Maggie Shanahan ›
Maggie has been with Playworks Wisconsin for seven years. She started as an Americorps Coach, moved on to Site Coordinator, and is currently a Program Specialist. Maggie is responsible for…