King County Play Equity Coalition

Shared goal(s): Continue or Leverage existing partnerships to meet youth needs, Support youth during out-of-school time activities

Description: 

https://kcplayequity.org/our-work/

Web site: https://kcplayequity.org/our-work/

Lead organization partners: King County, The Aspen Institute, State of Play

Kinds of organization: Advocacy/Intermediary Non-profit Organization, Direct Service Non-profit Organization, Research Firm, School/School District

Participant population: Youth (Ages 14-17 or Grades 9-12), Youth (Ages 5-13 or Grades K-8)

Youth development support targetted: Health Education/Healthy Behaviors/Healthy Routines/Nutrition, Physical Activity/Recreation/Playtime

Primary funding source: Private Philanthropic Foundation

Document: 

Timeframe: Fall 2020 (Academic Year), Summer 2020, Winter 2020 (Academic Year)

Location: Washington

Total capacity: varing

Health and safety: Not applicable; We are not providing in-person supports.

How do you address inequity? 

From strain on essential workers to unemployment of others, parents are struggling to support their families. This stress is exacerbated by disconnection from community and reduced support in providing their children adequate childcare, education, and opportunities for physical activity. These challenges have a disproportionate impact on under-resourced communities whose basic needs are jeopardized. Equitable support for the families and youth of King County remain at the fore of members’ concerns.

Contact information: 

playkc@uw.edu

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