About Playworks Michigan
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 Michigan
Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Michigan in 2010. Playworks Michigan serves low-income schools across Detroit through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Michigan 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
September 28, 2023
Cristalynn Johnson ›
As a proud Playworks AmeriCorps alum (2018-2019) and former Site Coordinator (2022-2023), Cristalynn is now entering her third year as a Program Specialist. A graduate of the College for Creative…
November 20, 2025
Tommie Dickey IV ›
Hello, my name is Tommie Dickey and I’m excited to be joining Playworks Michigan as a Coach this year! I was born and raised in Detroit and have always had…
September 28, 2023
Tyler Jackson ›
Tyler has been with Playworks Michigan, serving as a Playworks Coach, since August 2017. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI, but for the past few years, he has resided in…