About Playworks Pennsylvania
All kids deserve the social, emotional, and physical benefits of play. We help schools and youth programs create healthy play environments where every child can join in.
Meet Playworks Pennsylvania
Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Pennsylvania in 2010. Playworks Pennsylvania serves low-income schools across Philadelphia through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Pennsylvania 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.
Our Core Values
Meet Our People
December 2, 2022
Sean Speers ›
As the Regional Program Manager, Sean brings years of experience in youth development and play-based programming to my new role with Playworks PA. After graduating from Kutztown University with a…
January 30, 2024
Hallie Martenson ›
A certified camp kid and goofball, Hallie is overjoyed to contribute to Playworks’ mission to bring out the best in every kid through the magic of play. Hallie joined Playworks from…
December 2, 2022
Corrie O’Neil ›
Corrie O’Neil, better known as Coco, has been a member of the Playworks PA team for almost a decade. As an AmeriCorps coach, Program Manager, Training and Partnerships Manager, Corrie…