Helping kids reach their academic & life potential through sports

Our Mission

Helping kids reach their academic & life potential through sports.

Ayudar a los niños a alcanzar su potencial académico y vital a través del deporte.

Sports is one of the most powerful tools we have. It builds character, fosters belonging, and teaches young people the skills they need to succeed — in school, in their communities, and in life. PlaySmart harnesses that power for kids who need it most. All campers attend free of charge, supported entirely by donations and volunteers.

Community access

All programming is completely free, including lunch, snacks, and daily transportation.

Sports as a vehicle

Athletics introduce young people to new possibilities, broaden their perspective and aspirations.

Life skills development

Every day on the court reinforces lessons campers carry back to the classroom, family, and future.

Five Pillars.
One Foundation.

Every day at camp, lessons are woven around the five pillars that anchor PlaySmart, connecting what happens on the field to who campers become off it.

Respect

Self-worth and empathy for others

Hard work

Perseverance to reach new goals

Honesty

Making the right call, every time

Sportsmanship

Play fair, win and lose with grace

Teamwork

Achieving more together as a team

Speaker Series

Each day campers hear from athletes and sports professionals who share how lessons
from the field shaped their lives beyond it.

Allan Houston

Retired NBA All-Star

Theresa Weatherspoon

Retired WNBA Player

Emily Keenan

Former Olympic Soccer

Michael Levine

Co-Head, CAA Sports

Kamiko Williams

WNBA Player

and many more

Every session

Volunteer Be A Counselor

Be a counselor while receiving 40 community service hours! Experience an unforgettable one-week
at PlaySmart Academy as a role model!

Please contact Debbie at debbie@playsmart.org or 917-526-8482 for an application.

Help kids reach their potential

Get Involved

Whether you want to enroll a child, volunteer your time, or support our mission through a donation, there’s a place for you in the PlaySmart community.