National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize and thank volunteers who lend their time, talent, voice, and support to causes they care about in their communities and around the world. Their stories serve to inspire others to take action and discover their collective power to unite in making a difference.
Playworks Celebrates National Volunteers Week
May 19, 2026
Why Reflection is the Secret Ingredient to Impactful Play ›
As the school year winds down, many educators and program staff are asking the same questions: What worked, what didn’t, and what should we do differently next year? It’s an…
May 13, 2026
Pediatricians Agree Recess is More Than a Break ›
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently published an updated policy statement, The Crucial Role of Recess in School, and their message is clear: recess is not a luxury or…
May 12, 2026
Leadership in Action: How Junior Coaches Are Transforming School Playgrounds ›
Reflecting on how leadership and teamwork are woven into every aspect of Playworks services, one of the most powerful programs we offer at Playworks: our Junior Coach Leadership Program. It’s…