Inspiring stories from our vast community of Playmakers and optimists.
Playmaker Spotlight: Norayma
Playmaker Spotlight: Tinna Brown
Everyday Hero: Malcolm Mitchell
Playmaker Spotlight: Erin & Anifreed
Playmaker Spotlight: Melissa
Hero of Optimism: Ella
PLAYMAKER SPOTLIGHTS
As a child life specialist and the on-site Coordinator for the Teammates for Kids Child Life Zone at Children’s Minnesota, the importance of coaching and connection remains at the heart of Stephanie Smith’s work. Learn how her philosophy of care can be summed up in a game of catch.
What if every School Resource Officer led with Love? Read Officer William Chapman’s story about how he creates an optimal learning & healing environment for the children of Newtown to feel safe, loved, and joyful.
Since opening Reach for the Stars Child Development Center, Lisa and her team of Playmakers have cared for hundreds of children whose lives have been impacted by drugs, violence, neglect, abuse and other early childhood traumas.
