Playworks received an extra-special Super Bowl shout-out from First Lady Michelle Obama during the opening of Super Bowl City. In her video message, FLOTUS, whose Let's Move! initiative is dedicated to raising a healthy generation of kids, encouraged fans to get 60 minutes of active play every day and invited #SuperBowl fans to play a game of play rock, paper, scissors. Join the fun and show us how you play! Share your photos and videos using #RoShamBo!
Super Bowl Shout-out from the First Lady
March 25, 2026
The Importance of Play for Building Teamwork ›
On the playground, teamwork is active. It’s messy. It’s constantly being tested and rebuilt in real time. And at Playworks, we know something important: Teamwork isn’t just something to be…
February 25, 2026
Playworks Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Directors During 30th Anniversary Year ›
Raven Jemison, Jodi Bricker, and Oliver Nordlinger join at a pivotal moment as Playworks continues to innovate and expand access to play nationwide Oakland, California – Playworks, the national nonprofit…
February 20, 2026
Introducing the Playworks Facilitator Playbook ›
The newly released Playworks Facilitator Playbook is a library of ready-to-use lesson plans that help staff confidently lead games that keep kids active and learning through play, and is accessible…