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
October 24, 2024
John Schilder ›
John joined Playworks in October 2024 as the Development Director for California. A product of Central Ohio, John brings over 15 years of nonprofit leadership and fundraising experience with a…
September 22, 2017
Tim Seso-Hunter ›
Born and raised in the Bay Area, Tim got his start with Playworks as a coach in 2007. In that role, he served schools in San Jose, Santa Clara, and…
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…