Educational Programming 

Kindness ExperienceS

Research-informed, hands-on experiences that inspire kindness, strengthen connection, and build healthier communities.

Whether you're a classroom of students, a team of educators, or a workplace looking to strengthen culture, every Kind Works Kindness Experience combines engaging learning, meaningful conversation, creative expression, and real-world action.

Choose the experience designed for your group.

Student Kindness Experience

An Interactive Field Trip That Students Never Forget

Bring your students to the Kind Works Studio for an engaging field trip where they discover the science of kindness, explore what connects us as human beings, and participate in meaningful community art that leaves a lasting impact.

Students don't simply visit our studio—they become part of it.

Through interactive learning, creativity, and service, students leave inspired to create positive ripple effects within their schools and communities.

Ideal for:

  • Elementary Schools

  • Middle Schools

  • High Schools

  • Youth Organizations

  • Summer Programs

Community Kindness Experience

A Meaningful Experience for Adults Who Want to Build Stronger Relationships and Healthier Communities

The Adult Kindness Experience is an interactive workshop that explores the science of kindness, human connection, and belonging through engaging discussion, reflection, and hands-on activities.

Participants discover how our brains are wired for connection, why kindness is more than simply "being nice," and how intentional acts of kindness strengthen relationships, improve well-being, and create positive ripple effects throughout families, workplaces, schools, and communities.

Whether you're an educator, parent, healthcare professional, senior, nonprofit volunteer, community leader, or simply someone who wants to make a positive impact, this experience offers practical insights that participants can immediately apply in their everyday lives.

Participants leave with renewed perspective, meaningful connections, and practical strategies for fostering kindness wherever life takes them.

Perfect for:

  • Educators & School Staff

  • Parents & Caregivers

  • Senior Centers

  • Community Organizations

  • Nonprofits

  • Healthcare Professionals

  • Faith Communities

  • Civic Groups

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Every Kindness Experience Includes

Regardless of your audience, every Kind Works experience is grounded in the same philosophy.

Participants will:

  • Discover the science behind kindness and human connection.

  • Experience meaningful reflection and discussion.

  • Participate in hands-on activities that reinforce learning.

  • Strengthen empathy, belonging, and communication.

  • Leave with practical ways to create positive ripple effects in their everyday lives.

During this structured program that lasts 90 minutes participants will:

  • receive a discussion on the power of Kindness.

  • participate in a fun and interactive Kindness skill-building group activity.

  • work on a community art project. 

  • receive a finished Kindness Token upon completion of the session.

We can accommodate up to 50 people at our Bethel studio at one time.  We also offer the same experience at your location with no limit on the number of participants.

Cost: Based on how many participants and whether you come to our Bethel studio or we bring the experience to your location. Please note we will charge for travel if your location is more than 20 miles from our Bethel studio.

Pricing chart comparing Bethel Studio and Offsite costs for varying number of participants.
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Community Kind Night

Kindness on a Community-wide basis!

Kind Works will spend a special Kindness themed evening with your school community, including parents, children and teachers. This 2-hour workshop features 4 Kindness-themed educational stations facilitated by the Kind Works Team. Three stations will address specific areas of Kindness with an interactive workshop and the last station will invite participants to engage in a unique art project where participants will make Tools of Kindness to be shared with the community. Kind Works merchandise will also be available for purchase.

Cost: $500.00 for up to 100 people

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Assemblies

The Power of Kindness

This age-appropriate 30 minute talk combines relatable stories and examples with the science behind the tremendous power Kindness has on all of us as humans. This inspirational and impactful message will empower children to appreciate the positive impact they can have on their community through Kindness. And why each of us needs Kindness more than we might have realized. We recommend this talk for students K-12. 

Cost: $500.00 (plus travel if over 20 miles from our Bethel studio). Scholarship pricing is available.

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This unique program brings students together across age groups—engaging 4th–5th graders, 6th–8th graders, and high school students who serve as mentors. Each session is designed to combine connection, creativity, and kindness-based learning through team-building, discussion, and hands-on art projects.

Program Details:

- Fall 2026 Dates TBD

• Location: Kind Works Community Studio (Bethel)

Students explore meaningful topics like empathy, gratitude, and the science behind kindness, while building real relationships with peers from different schools and communities. High school mentors play a powerful role in modeling positive behavior and helping create a welcoming, supportive environment.

One of our biggest goals is to make this program as inclusive and accessible as possible. Thanks to grant support, this program is offered free to families, helping ensure that all students have access to a space where they can connect, grow, and feel a true sense of belonging.

Afterschool Program

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