Question 1

What is an Afrocentric playgroup?

Accepted Answer

First, a “playgroup” is a space set up like a preschool, but with parent/caregiver participants. Afro-Play provides adult/child activities based in Afrocentrisim. Both a culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate play space for parent/caregiver & child.

Question 2

Is Afro-Play only for children ages 0-5 years?

Accepted Answer

“Playgroup” is for 0-5yr olds. Homeschooled 6yr olds can participate by special request. Special events/workshops are usually for all ages unless otherwise specified. Afro-Play’s intent is to serve the whole family, from the Babies to the Elders.

Question 3

Is Afro-Play a Pre-school?

Accepted Answer

No. Afro-Play is a Playgroup. A space set up like preschool but where parents/caregivers must also participate. It’s FUN! (see #1 above)

Question 4

Does Afro-Play offer childcare?

Accepted Answer

No. Afro-Play is a Playgroup. A space set up like a preschool but where parents/caregivers must also participate. It’s FUN! (see #1 above)

Question 5

How can I find out more about Afro-Play?

Accepted Answer

Two ways, you can Sign Up for our Newsletters or send us your Inquiry Here (https://www.afroplayoakland.org/partner-with-us)

Question 6

I do not identify as Black, African American, or of the African diaspora, but I am an adoptee or caregiver to a black child/children; can we join the program?"

Accepted Answer

Yes, Afro-Play is ultimately a space for black children to be around, experience and engage in culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities. We are also a community of support with peer-to-peer resource sharing.

Question 7

My child does not identify as Black, African American, or of the African diaspora is this place for me?"

Accepted Answer

No. Afro-Play is an affinity space for families/children under the African Diaspora. We’d be happy to refer you to multicultural playgroups. (Please see #6 above.)

Question 8

How can I collaborate or partner with Afro-Play?

Accepted Answer

Please refer to our Partners Page (https://www.afroplayoakland.org/partner-with-us)where you can fill out your inquiry/request for collaboration.

Question 9

How much does it cost to participate in Afro-Play program?

Accepted Answer

Afro-Play is on a donation sliding scale of $7-$35 per class however, if you can not donate, you will not be turned away.

Question 10

Do you accept used toy/clothes donations?

Accepted Answer

We are currently not accepting used toy/clothing donations at the moment. However, we can accept packaged/brand new items to be given as a “gift giveaway” to our families.

Question 11

How can we donate to Afro-Play Oakland?

Accepted Answer

a. PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=AN2SAD588FB6G)- All donations are tax deductible 
b. You can Email us here (mailto:info@afroplayoakland.org)for additional inquiry or assistance with your donation.
c. Packaged/Brand new items to be given as a “gift giveaway” to our families.
d. Your time (in-kind donation). If you would like to partner with us for a workshop/event for our families to attend or offer other services of support to our program; Go to Partner With Us page (https://www.afroplayoakland.org/partner-with-us)and fill out the inquiry.
e. Packaged healthy snacks to give away during our bag distributions. Eventually, snacks for in-person playgroup; which can be fresh produce or packaged/boxed dry snacks. 
f. Virtual circle time contribution. Short story, Art demo, Dance, Song, Poem, Science experiment, etc. Email us here(mailto:info@afroplayoakland.org)
g. Cooked/Catered food for workshop/event. Go to Partners Page (https://www.afroplayoakland.org/partner-with-us)and fill out the inquiry form or Email us here.(mailto:info@afroplayoakland.org)

Thank you for your support!

WHAT WE DO

In-Person Afrocentirc Playgroups

AFRO-PLAY
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Curriculum Planning

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WHAT WE DO

In-Person Afrocentirc Playgroups

AFRO-PLAY Pop Up’s & Events

Curriculum Planning

Hear from the AFRO-PLAY Community

AFRO-PLAY
Pop Up’s & Events

Hear from the
AFRO-PLAY
Community