Our Projects
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Virtues4Kids Photo Exhibit
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Description: This project invites students who use Virtues4Kids posters at home or in school to participate in a quarterly photo contest and exhibit. Participants will submit photos that capture moments from their daily lives where they practice a specific virtue, such as kindness, respect, or responsibility.
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How It Works:
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Students submit their photos on the Virtues4Kids Facebook fan page, showcasing how they apply virtues in real-life situations.
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Monthly winners will be selected through voting or a judging panel and awarded prizes from generous sponsors.
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A quarterly photo exhibit will feature the winning photos, highlighting the inspiring ways students bring virtues to life.
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Outcome: This project encourages kids to reflect on their actions and reinforces positive behavior by showcasing real-life examples of virtues in practice. It also builds a sense of community and recognition among participants, inspiring others to join the movement.
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Community Service Challenge: "Virtue Missions"
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Description: Kids form teams or work individually to complete monthly "Virtue Missions," such as acts of kindness, community clean-ups, or supporting local charities like food banks. Each mission will focus on a specific virtue (e.g., caring for the less fortunate, or responsibility in recycling).
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Outcome: Participants document their missions through videos, photos, or written stories, which are shared on the website and social media to inspire others.
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Rewards: Certificates, recognition, or small prizes for completing missions, with an annual award ceremony celebrating standout participants or teams.
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Caring & Kindness Cards – Lifting Others Up
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Description: In this project, kids are encouraged to think of three people in their lives—classmates, family members, or neighbors—who are facing emotional, health, or financial challenges. They will create thoughtful, personalized Caring & Kindness Cards with uplifting messages and offer specific acts of support suitable to the situation. The goal is to spread compassion and show that small gestures can make a big difference.
How It Works:
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Identify Someone in Need:
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Students select three people they know who are going through a tough time (e.g., a friend feeling lonely, a relative recovering from illness, or a neighbor facing financial difficulties).
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Create Personalized Cards:
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Each card will feature a positive, encouraging message and an offer to help, such as:
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“I’m here if you need someone to talk to.”
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“Can I help you with your homework or carry your books?”
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“Let me run an errand or help with something small at home.”
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Students can add drawings or decorate the cards to make them unique and special.
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Deliver the Cards and Follow Through:
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The cards are hand-delivered to the intended recipients, and students are encouraged to follow through on their offers of help in ways appropriate to the situation.
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Outcome:
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This project nurtures empathy, responsibility, and kindness by encouraging children to notice the needs of others and take action.
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Students learn the value of small acts of care and support, building stronger relationships within their families, schools, and communities.
Recognition:
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Schools or communities can celebrate participants by displaying anonymous photos of the cards (with permission) or having students share reflections about their experience.
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The stories of how the cards made a difference can also be featured on the Virtues4Kids website or social media to inspire others.
This project teaches kids the power of kindness, empathy, and action, helping them understand that even the smallest gesture can bring light to someone’s life.