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There are step-by-step directions below to complete your Kynd Kit. If you have any questions during your build, there is a live chat in the corner of the screen.

You can also email us by clicking the button below.
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Write a Note to the Recipient

1. Find the following items:
  • Blank card and matching envelope
  • Enclosed materials such as crayons, markers, stickers, etc.
2. Write your letter and decorate the envelope.
  • Use the enclosed materials to write a letter and decorate the envelope.
    • Express your encouragement and include a hopeful message.
      • Helpful Tips:
        • Do not include a date or year on the letter.
        • Avoid politics completely and religion in excess.
        • Use appropriate humor 

*Can’t think of what to write, draw a picture!

3. Put the completed card in the envelope you decorated. 
  • Include the Kynd Code sheet with the card
  • Please DO NOT lick the envelope shut

Decorate the Canvas Bag

1. Find the following items:
  • Canvas bag
  • Sharpies
2. Decorate the canvas bag
  • Use the permanent markers to decorate the canvas bag.
    • Make the bag fun and colorful for the child to use as a pencil bag or toiletry bag in their backpack.
      * Can’t think of what to write, draw a picture!
 

Create a Keychain

*We are currently transitioning from this activity. If you do not have these items, please skip this step.
1. Find the following items:
  • Keychain
  • Scissors (not included) 
  • Markers, pen, or other craft material 
  • White blank card
2. Open the keychain, using a pin or other small tool. Once open, use the rectangle cover to trace the shape and size onto the extra white blank note card paper. 
3. Decorate the paper. Write an inspirational message or draw a picture. 
4. Cut out the paper to fit the shape of the keychain. 
5. Place the image inside the keychain and close the keychain, replacing the opening rectangle piece. 

DIY Squish

1. Find the following items:
  • White squish stress ball
  • Permanent markers
2. Decorate the stress ball
  • Using permanent markers, decorate the stress ball.
*Only use permanent markers or else it will smudge!
*Allow for some drying time.
 

Pack the Kit

  • Pack the writing utensils into the small decorated canvas bag.
  • Pack all of the materials into the backpack and then place back into original box.
  • Make sure the Kynd Code is included.
  • Add any additional items you would like (optional).
  • School supplies (flashcards, pens, pencils, sticky notes, folders, etc.)
  • Books
  • Hygiene items
  • Self care items
  • Please only include items that are UNOPENED and UNUSED
Items not to include: 
  • Perishable items
  • Sharp objects
  • Nut food products
  • Religious or political items
  • Alcohol

Delivery Options

  • Use the return label provided to. return your completed kit to be distributed to Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights.
To get a return label, click HERE.

Share Your Impact

Post your experience on KyndHub.

KyndHub is an online community that gamifies volunteering, acts of kindness, and gratitude.

  1. Go to KyndHub.com or download the free app.
  2. Create a free account or log in.
  3. Select “I Built a Kynd Kit” from the post menu.
  4. Post about your kit.

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Dollars for Doers

  • If your company offers a Dollars for Doers program, you can submit the time you spent building your Kynd Kit to benefit Project Helping. 

Official Name: Project Helping

Website: ProjectHelping.org

EIN/Tax ID: 45-2442366

Nonprofit Classification: 501(c)(3)

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