Dear John,

When kids have the chance to move regularly throughout the day—whether during recess, classroom games, or quick brain breaks—they’re better able to retain what they’re learning and apply it in meaningful ways.

Playworks Coaches and Junior Coaches bring these moments of active play to their schools.

A Junior Coach is a 4th and 5th grader trained and encouraged to lead active games and support peers. Junior Coach Naya explains, “I get to teach kids games. If they’re having a bad day, I can see if they want to play a game and cheer them up.”

Just as Junior Coaches like Naya create a consistent space for play at their school, donors like you provide the steady support Playworks needs to develop the next generation of leaders. With the uncertainty surrounding education funding, your support is more important than ever to ensure every kid gets to benefit from playing every day.

 Help us make sure kids like Naya continue to have fun, active, and rewarding experiences on the playground. Donate today.

Play on,
Elizabeth Cushing
CEO
Playworks