Site Coordinator Janelle Matthews was selected by Laureus USA to share her own personal story while spreading awareness about the power of play during the Mercedez-Benz USA National Dealer Meeting on June 10, 2015. Janelle spoke about her passion and dedication of being a Playworks coach to utilize play to bring out the best in every kid. Please read more about this event and Janelle’s speech on The Huffington Post.
Coach Jay Shares Her Story
December 29, 2025
30 Years of Play, Leadership, and Community: Why Your Support Matters This Season ›
In 1995, Playworks Founder Jill Vialet sat down with an elementary school principal who shared a problem that would change everything: “What I really need help with is recess. Can…
December 17, 2025
How Play Is Transforming Community at 112th Street Elementary ›
A Conversation with Principal Hernandez At Playworks Southern California, we know that play is more than just recess, it’s a catalyst for connection, joy, and community building. No one embodies…
December 10, 2025
Investing in Resilience: Playworks Southern California Receives Grant from Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation to Expand Health ›
In a powerful show of community support, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation has awarded more than $13.5 million in grants to organizations working to uplift and transform lives. Among the…