Summer Solstice

The Loooooooongest Day of Play

Join the Summer Solstice Play-A-Thon

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What is Project Sunshine's Summer Solstice Celebration All About

In a word...PLAY!

In 40 words...it's us taking the longest day of sunshine each year (15 hours!) as an opportunity to showcase how important our mission is by encouraging everyone to engage in fun activities and spread the word about the healing power of play.

By registering, you will pledge to engage in play activities (whatever that means to you!) starting on June 1 and going until Summer Solstice arrives on June 21 (and beyond). Once you have registered, you can get support for your efforts from friends and family through our handy fundraising  platform. That's it!

 

I'm ready! What do I do next?

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Post Your Play.

Project Sunshine wants you to spread the word on why play is so important. Crafting gone wild, boardgame domination, trick shot awesomeness help us have fun and burn off stress. Tag us @projectsunshine and use the #playforprojectsunshine to raise awareness. 

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 Play and FUNdraise.

Ask your friends and family to support your PLAY. Shoot hoops, play boardgames, have a slime party or dance-off in the living room - just let them know you are playing for a cause and Project Sunshine will provide a step-by-step guide to get you started.

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Rally Your People to Play. 

Invite your coaches, yoga/dance teachers, favorite karaoke performers, Mahjong/D&D group, swim team and cornhole buddies to set up a community playdate, class or tournament for the cause. Play is always best when shared!

Come play with us!

From Los Angeles to New York City, we have special events and opportunites during the month of June for you and your family to enjoy. 

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The Mattel Store in El Sugundo

Visit the El Segundo, CA Mattel headquarters store for our special display of "Prescription for Play" mystery bags filled with some of your favorite items. 

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A Day of Play at Chelsea Piers
June 20, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

We're opening the Chelsea Piers Field House - Brooklyn for a day of free, high-energy fun for families, and asking those who can to make a tax-deductible donation to benefit children and families navigating medical challenges.

Interested in Being a Play-A-Thon Sponsor?

Show your company's dedication to PLAY by joining our esteemed rank of sponsors. No matter what product or service you offer, we know that you and your staff love giving back to your community. And there are so many ways to get involved.

Learn more about Summer Solstice and stay

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Fill out this simple 5-question form and we'll keep you in the loop all year round!

Thank You to Our Partners

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