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Welcome to PLAY
People for Leisure and Youth, Inc.

Promoting and Supporting Recreational, Cultural, Social, and Arts Programs Throughout the Santa Maria Valley

City of Santa Maria

You can support PLAY, Inc. by making a tax deductible donation today! Assist with the creation of new and improved recreation programs and services.

Commemorative Giving program


Dedicate a tree or landmark in a memory of a passed loved one or special anniversary at select city parks and municipal settings.

people, parks, and programs!

los flores ranch

Our Mission Statement

PLAY Inc, is a non-profit public benefit corporation committed to promoting public welfare and education through the acceptance of contributions for use in enhancing, maintaining, and promoting the recreation, leisure, and parks services offered by the Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department. These services offer a multitude of personal, social, economic, and environmental benefits.

The park offers the public a rare mix of
environmental education, land preservation
and recreation, with about eight miles of
hiking / equestrian / mountain biking trails.

People for Leisure And Youth

support our efforts!

City of Santa Maria Recreation & Parks Department