About Playworks Colorado
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 Colorado
Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Colorado in 2010. Playworks Colorado serves low-income schools across Denver, Aurora, and Mapleton through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Colorado 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
July 28, 2026
Megan Dorheim
Megan has been with Playworks since 2023. She started as an intern and spent the past two years as a Site Specialist. This will be her first year as a…
August 8, 2023
Devon Manning
Devon Manning is a Program Manager with Playworks Colorado. He was involved with Playworks for three years as a Program Coordinator prior to moving to his current role. He has…
July 24, 2025
Ellen Jenks
Ellen began working with youth at summer camps and after school programs at the age of 15. A graduate of the University of Vermont, Ellen has always enjoyed exploring the…