About Playworks Indiana

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 Indiana


Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Indiana in 2013. Playworks Indiana serves low-income schools through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Indiana 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.

Meet Our People


January 30, 2023

Audrey Hallmann ›

Audrey Hallmann began her career as a leader in summer camp and out-of-school organizations and has nearly 20 years of experience in the field. She joined Playworks Indiana in March…

June 22, 2022

Karlencia Johnson ›

Karlencia Johnson joined Playworks in August 2019 and has been reinvigorating recess and play across the Midwest since.  After participating as an AmeriCorps member, Karlencia began implementing consultative services and…

May 3, 2022

Taylor Glaser ›

Taylor Glaser is a certified Trainer at Playworks. As an innovative, life-long learner, Taylor has completed a Masters degree in Adult and Community Education and applies her knowledge to help…

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