Meet Playworks Northern California
Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Northern California in 2012. Playworks Northern California serves low-income schools across the San Francisco Bay Area through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Northern California 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
October 15, 2025
Franz Mangonon ›
Having grown up in San Francisco, Franz has always been committed to serving the Bay Area community. After graduating from the University of Puget Sound, Franz realized her passion for…
May 16, 2023
Valentina Casotti ›
Valentina is beginning her Playworks journey as a Northern California Pro Trainer. A Bay Area native, Valentina has over ten years working in the elementary school environment, and prides herself…
August 10, 2022
Nikki Chiu ›
Nikki joined Playworks as a Site Coordinator in 2019 just after graduating from the University of Santa Barbara with a degree in Environmental Studies. As a Bay Area native, Nikki…