Project Play

How would sports change if athletes of all genders were able to compete side by side?

We can build healthy communities through sports, starting with quality experiences for all children.

How well are we doing in making quality sport accessible and affordable to all kids?

Our first annual report on how well stakeholders are serving children and communities through youth sports offers grades, the latest data on participation rates, exclusive insights, and 50+ key developments in the past year.

Aspen Institute Project Play Initiative releases research brief: What Do We Know about Early Childhood Development? The purpose of this r

What can be done to ensure children are being physically active and learning team skills?

Hear from first lady Michelle Obama about the state of play for American youth in sport, and more.

What’s the state of play for youth sports in America?

First lady Michelle Obama calls for more investment in youth access to sports.