Get Active with Upcoming Events
Project Play events are designed to connect people, empower communities and create meaningful change. From dynamic gatherings and trainings to hands-on experiences, every event is a chance to get involved, contribute your voice and help shape a future where children can thrive through sports and play.
Unite to Ignite: Southeast Michigan Youth Sports Summit
Friday, April 24, 2026
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wayne State University
Join us for Unite to Ignite: Southeast Michigan Youth Sports Summit, a dynamic gathering designed to inspire, connect and empower the Project Play Southeast Michigan community. This special event brings together youth sports coaches, advocates, volunteers and leaders for a day of collaboration, learning and celebration.
Project Play Power Hour: Revitalizing In Town Leagues
Thursday, March 19, 2026
12-1 p.m.
Zoom: Virtual Meeting
Join our next virtual Power Hour, focused on revitalizing in-town leagues. This session will highlight successful regional and national models, along with practical strategies for staff recruitment and training, and developing effective parent handbooks.
Hear insights from leaders at National Parks and Recreation, Detroit PAL, Sheriff PAL, and Royal Oak Sandlot League as they share lessons learned and actionable ideas you can bring to your community.
Project Play Power Hour:
Communications & Storytelling
Thursday, May 21, 2026
12-1 p.m.
Zoom: Virtual Meeting
Learn strategies in effectively and authentically communicating your organization’s mission, programs and impact. Hear from resident experts across the region on practical strategies and ready-to-use tools that you can implement immediately. Participants can expect to learn how to better frame messages for various audiences, tangible examples of communication tools (social media, newsletter and hard copy assets), and developing a marketing calendar.