Pacific Northwest
March 25, 2021
As more and more schools transition back to in-person learning, we know educators are looking for games that are physically-distant and don’t require equipment. The need for play is more…
March 12, 2021
One year ago… All of our partner schools closed their buildings and our work serving kids in schools risked coming to a halt. We knew our mission had to continue.…
December 15, 2020
Many educators have risen to the challenge of transitioning their lessons to accommodate virtual education, and Playworks has been helping educators ensure play remains in every child’s day, even online.…
Let's Talk Portland: Playworks Pacific Northwest
October 23, 2020
Let’s Talk Portland interviews our very own Asia Wisecarver, Executive Director Playworks PacNW, to learn more about what we do, how we responded Covid19, and how Playworks PacNW will continue…
Eastmoreland Living
Check out this Eastmoreland Living May edition article highlighting our impact in the community. Read about our continued efforts to ensure students have access to safe and healthy play and…
October 20, 2020
Over the summer, our friends at Sport Oregon hosted an event called Medford2Medford. This long-standing running event attracts runners to put their endurance to the test and help fundraise for…
October 6, 2020
Play isn’t just fun and games – it’s a vital aspect of our health and well-being. When we play, we engage our bodies, minds, and senses, creating opportunities for increased…
The 2020 Bud Award
September 28, 2020
Playworks increases access to athletic participation for kids at low-income elementary schools in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties. They also engaged 300 students in their junior coach youth leadership program…
September 3, 2020
The play opportunity gap Play is critical for healthy child development as it is a safe way for kids to experiment and practice building relationships and cooperating with others. And…