Right to Play

Every child has a right to play, period.  Why?  Play is fun, play is happy, but its a lot more than a good feeling.   Play is a critical tool for development of healthy productive adults.  Using play children have a chance to become constructive participants in society, regardless of gender, disability, ethnicity, social background or religion and is the best way to create social change in communities affected by war, poverty and disease.

We’re rowing in support of Right to Play, International (RTP), a non-governmental organization founded on the principle that play is an inherent right and critical tool in creating positive, proactive citizens and future leaders in underprivileged countries.  Upon fulfillment of our budget, half of all public donations received will directly benefit RTP programs.

Vietnamese child holding RTP's signature red ball. Photo Credit: Right to Play

Top athletes inspire children and raise awareness about RTP internationally.  The aim is to engage key decision-makers from the development, sport, business, media and government sectors and further ensure that every child benefits from the positive power of sport and play.

Watch the videos below to get up-close with Right to Play and its work around the World:

Adam Kreek has been a prominent athlete ambassador for Right to Play for several years, and actively promotes RTP around the globe.  Before and after the expedition, Adam, joined with Greg, Jordan and Richard will visit RTP communities in Liberia (West Africa) & Venezuela.  RTP’s slogan and most important lesson is “Look after yourself, look after one another.”  This embodies the qualities we will need for this voyage.  Through our story of adventure, passion, perseverance, and commitment to each other, we provide a dramatic metaphor for each village – the most important lesson RTP teaches.