What is Playworks?
Founded in January 2005 by Mike and Lorie Lentz, Playworks is a West Virginia-based organization dedicated to providing a safe, encouraging, and fun environment for child development. The company offers comprehensive occupational, physical, and speech therapies for individuals of all ages and abilities through its professionally staffed preschool and therapy clinics in Morgantown and Fairmont. Playworks Preschool has a proven track record of nurturing children and preparing them for academic success. Beyond its core services, Playworks actively engages in community support, notably serving as the West Virginia Chair for Variety the Children's Charity's programs, facilitating the distribution of adaptive equipment to children with special needs. Since 2014, Playworks has been instrumental in delivering over 300 adaptive bikes, strollers, and communication devices.
How much funding has Playworks raised?
Playworks has raised a total of $150K across 1 funding round:
Debt
$150K
Debt (2020): $150K with participation from PPP
Key Investors in Playworks
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Playworks?
The recent major strategic investment signals Playworks' readiness for its next phase of expansion and service enhancement. With a strong foundation in therapeutic services and a deep commitment to community outreach, this capital infusion is expected to fuel further development of its clinic and preschool offerings. The company is well-positioned to leverage this backing to broaden its reach within West Virginia and potentially explore new therapeutic modalities or geographic areas, reinforcing its mission to ensure every child has access to supportive and engaging developmental resources.
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