Empowering kids to care about themselves, others, and the world around them. Positive + fun. Reducing youth violence, peer conflict and self-harm with kid-led 5 minute actions.

Signature program developed by Inlight Institute alongside educators, psychologists, and child experts:

Spring Challenge Happening Now-May | FREE

CARE HARD ACTION CHALLENGE

A Youth Well-Being & “Care”cter-Building Program

The Challenge:  A simple, kid-led challenge that builds care, courage, and connection - one small action at a time. Work together as a team to reach 10,000 actions.

What to expect:

↓ Less Peer Conflict

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↑ More Positive Youth Expression

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↑ More Ideas Sharing

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↓ Less Peer Conflict * ↑ More Positive Youth Expression * ↑ More Ideas Sharing *

Who is it for:

Designed for schools and youth-serving organizations, Care Hard fits easily into existing schedules while creating measurable impact on school culture, student well-being, and young people in our community.

For schools:

Daily classroom * Assemblies * PTA events

For youth-serving nonprofits:

Sports leagues * Intervention * After school

For corporate partners:

Workplace * FanFest/ Halftime * Sponsorship

Testimonials

  • "CARE HARD makes school more fun."

    Ava, 4th grade student

  • "I love how this is kid-led. It's unique to any mental wellness program where the kids drive the program."

    Anasuya, Campus Dean

  • "On the days when I lead CARE HARD, I see a quantifiable difference in behavior and confidence with my kids. Conflict drops. They ask if it's not on the calendar."

    Jeff, 4th grade teacher

What schools and organizations get:

• A flexible, ready-to-use challenge that requires minimal prep

• Daily, kid-led actions that promote kindness, responsibility, and connection

• A shared experience that strengthens classroom and community culture

• Recognition for participation

Care Hard is designed to scale through meaningful partnerships.
To learn how Care Hard can work within your school, organization, or company, contact us at:

shannon@inlightinstitute.org

Let’s Partner