Detroit Lions linebacker Anthony Pittman credits sports with teaching him life skills, creating lifelong friendships, and helping him connect with people. He now partners with Playworks to encourage kids to stay active and join a team.
How a Detroit kid’s love of sports launched a dream NFL career
Michigan Daily
October 30, 2025
Put play back into the K-12 learning community ›
This column explores how recess increases student physical activity, reduces stress and stimulates learning engagement, and how organizations like Playworks encourage teachers and parents to increase play-based learning through their catalog of resources…
Crain's Detroit Business
June 17, 2025
Judy Tipton – Notable Leaders in Philanthropy 2025 ›
Executive Director Judy Tipton was recognized as a Notable Leader in Philanthropy by Crain’s Detroit Business. She drives strategic initiatives, program development and partnership cultivation to improve outcomes for children through…
Ilitch Companies News Hub
June 10, 2025
Ilitch Companies Volunteers Lead Recess Play Day in Detroit with Playworks Michigan ›
Ilitch Companies volunteers partnered with Playworks Michigan in early June to lead a Recess Play Day. Volunteers facilitated games and activities for the students.