The 2nd Annual Work to Play Cup was a huge success! Thanks to all of the sponsors who made this one-of-a-kind event possible!
Work to Play Cup 2014


The 2nd Annual Work to Play Cup was a huge success! Thanks to all of the sponsors who made this one-of-a-kind event possible!

Urban Initiatives serves as a Lead Partner for 11 Chicago Public Schools, transforming campuses into vibrant year-round hubs where student-led enrichment and a deep sense of belonging keep 99% of participants feeling included and engaged through the winter months.

Urban Initiatives transforms the “indoor recess scramble” into a high-impact season of play by using proactive game plans, age-appropriate curriculum “remixes,” and deep integration with school staff to ensure Chicago students stay active and connected all winter long.

Drawing on insights from Gerald Zaltman’s Dare to Think Differently, this post explores how “serious play” acts as essential developmental infrastructure, helping Chicago’s youth build the cognitive flexibility, resilience, and decision-making skills needed to navigate life far beyond the field.