In 1995, Jill Vialet, Playworks’ Founder, sat across from a principal who arrived at their meeting with three kids in tow. It was their third trip to the office that week for fighting on the playground.

“These aren’t bad kids,” the principal explained, “they’re just using their energy unwisely at recess.” Then she posed a question that sparked a movement:

With your support these past 30 years, millions of children have discovered the power of play, making a lasting difference in communities across the country. Check out Playworks’ 30 years of impact.

Looking ahead, the next chapter is about reaching every child, everywhere, through digital tools like SparkPlay that put play in the hands of every educator, programs like TagTeam that empower community organizations to bring play to more kids, and innovative partnerships that extend play into the lives of both children and adults, even beyond the playground.

Our vision is bold but simple: a future where every child in America will have access to safe, fun, healthy play every day.

You can help us get there, John.

Make a donation today to support even more kids across our communities. A gift of $25, $50, or $100 helps build a future where every child plays.

Give your first gift to Playworks and be a part of a story that’s creating brighter futures for kids for the next 30 years. Donate today.

Play on,
Elizabeth Cushing
CEO
Playworks