Steven Gross

Steven Gross, MSW, is the founder and chief playmaker of the Life is Good® Playmakers, a nonprofit organization that helps children overcome poverty, violence, and illness through the power of play and optimism. He has devoted his career to the service of our most vulnerable children. A pioneer in utilizing exuberant, joyful play to promote resiliency in children and their caregivers, and a leader in the field of psychological trauma response, Steve is committed to the healthy development of children facing the most challenging circumstances. As a speaker, he has received rave reviews from organizations across the country. 

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