About Playworks Southern California
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 Southern California
Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Southern California in 2009. Playworks Southern California serves low-income schools through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Southern California through professional development workshops for schools and youth organizations.
Our Core Values
Meet Our People
August 23, 2021
Fred Barrera ›
Fred began his journey with Playworks in 2016, serving three years as an AmeriCorps Coach. He has a passion for helping people in need and is committed to helping his…
June 8, 2022
Jon Gibbs ›
Jon, aka “Coach Redbeard,” joins Playworks bringing his passion for supporting youth development and strengthening communities through his experience as a fourth-grade teacher in New Jersey. After joining Playworks as…
May 11, 2023
Jon Hernandez ›
In previous years Jon worked at an after school with the YMCA for primary students, K-6th grade. He also has experience as a Special Education Instructional Assistant at a high…