Meet Playworks Northern California
Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Northern California in 2012. Playworks Northern California serves low-income schools across the San Francisco Bay Area through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Northern California 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.
Meet Our People
August 30, 2021
Joe Herring ›
Joe came to Playworks bringing over fourteen years of experience working in education. He discovered his love for education while teaching at summer camps and found a home at Playworks…
October 15, 2025
Franz Mangonon ›
Having grown up in San Francisco, Franz has always been committed to serving the Bay Area community. After graduating from the University of Puget Sound, Franz realized her passion for…
October 15, 2025
Rafael Molina ›
Rafael is thrilled to start his journey with Playworks as a Pro Trainer in Northern California. Originally from San Francisco, he has built a career as a multidisciplinary change-maker, with…