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A Collaboration Between Burlington Public Schools & HELPIS
Kindness is more than just a word—it’s a movement! Burlington, MA, will come together for a Kindness Celebration, inviting all families, students, and community members to spread joy, generosity, and goodwill.
What to Expect
✅ A Community-Wide Celebration – Activities, entertainment, and opportunities to give back.
✅ Kids' Kindness Activities – Fun, engaging stations for children to practice kindness.
✅ Live Music & Entertainment – Uplifting performances.
✅ Local Business Participation – Sponsor tables or become high-level event sponsors.
✅ Nonprofit Showcases – Learn about local nonprofits and how to get involved.
✅ The Kindness Parade – A short parade celebrating the power of kindness!
✅ “Get Ladybugged” Fundraiser – Nominate someone who embodies kindness and see their recognition displayed throughout Burlington!
Why May?
Empower
Growth
HELPIS has long championed May as the Month of Kindness. Since 2016, Massachusetts has officially recognized May as Kindness Month, and Burlington is leading the charge in making kindness a community-wide tradition.
Empower
Growth
Community Involvement
Schools & SEL Curriculum
Every Burlington school will adopt a kindness theme and perform acts of kindness, incorporating social-emotional learning (SEL) principles already in place.
Kindness Stations
Booths where attendees can write kind notes, donate to charities, or create "kindness rocks" to hide around town.
Ladybug Yard Signs
Kindness will be made visible across Burlington as ladybug yard signs, representing acts of kindness, are delivered to the Common, filling it with a beautiful display of generosity.
Local Business Engagement
Businesses will be encouraged to display ladybug decorations and offer special kindness promotions.