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
September 22, 2017
Tim Seso-Hunter ›
Born and raised in the Bay Area, Tim got his start with Playworks as a coach in 2007. In that role, he served schools in San Jose, Santa Clara, and…
May 8, 2018
Tommy Courtney ›
Tommy started with Playworks in 2019 as a Program Coordinator, bringing with him a passion for supporting the growth of healthy communities. With several years’ experience working in athletics and play around…
November 4, 2025
Hector Salazar ›
Hector Salazar is the Executive Director of Playworks Northern California. Though he began this role in November 2025, Hector is no stranger to Playworks. His journey with the organization began…