Playgroup NSW is a not-for-profit community organisation operating with financial support from the Department of Family and Community Services and annual membership fees.
The group :
* Play a key role in developing new playgroups and supporting existing groups
* Provide insurance cover for members attending an affiliated playgroup
* Provide a referral service to Playgroups for members of the community
* Provide playgroups with administrative material, play/craft ideas, conflict resolution and a range of services relevant to conducting a community playgroup
* Communicate with members through the distribution of Totline, the official Association magazine
* Provide support for children and families with special needs and from culturally diverse backgrounds
* Provide an advocacy role with government and non-government agencies.