About Playworks Arizona

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.

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Meet Playworks Arizona


Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Arizona in 2011. Playworks Arizona serves primarily low-income schools through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Arizona through professional development workshops for schools and youth organizations.

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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.

Our Core Values

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Meet Our People


August 23, 2022

Lisa Paulos ›

Lisa Paulos is the Program Director for Playworks Arizona. She first joined Playworks in 2018. Lisa holds a master’s degree in Parks and Recreation Management from Frostburg State University and…

February 12, 2024

Aubrey Watkins ›

Aubrey is a Phoenix native and has an extensive background in Theater for Young Audiences. She is excited to be joining Playworks with over five years of experience fundraising for…

February 7, 2024

Georgia Harris ›

Georgia Harris is the Executive Director of Playworks Arizona. Georgia brings nearly 20 years of leadership experience in the education, social services, and nonprofit sectors. Most recently, Georgia was awarded…

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