This special episode of The Playeasy Warmup spotlights the 2025 Playeasy Purpose Project honorees – four organizations nominated by our destination partners for the life-changing impact they create every day.
You’ll hear:
- Rochester Accessible Adventures, nominated by Visit Rochester, as Executive Director Anita O’Brien shares how her team is removing barriers in recreation and transforming what inclusive play looks like nationwide.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Puerto Rico, nominated by Discover Puerto Rico, as CEO Alma Frontera discusses their two-generation model and how sports, education, and mentorship empower over 16,500 youth and families each year.
- P.U.N.T Pediatric Cancer Collaborative, nominated by the Buffalo Sports Commission, with Gwen Mysiak and James Adler sharing powerful stories of dignity, financial relief, bereavement support, and hope for families navigating pediatric cancer.
- MontCo Anti-Hunger Network, nominated by Valley Forge Sports, as Executive Director Shannon Isaacs explains how food security, collaboration, and innovation are strengthening the Montgomery County community.
From inclusive recreation to pediatric cancer support, youth empowerment, and food security, these leaders show us the power of purpose-driven work. Their stories remind us why sports, community, and connection matter, and how each of us can make a difference.
