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Gratitude Practice

Let's start by taking a moment to practice gratitude.

  • First responders help people in our community each and every day. Think back to the last time you helped a stranger. How did it make you feel?

  • Think of a significant incident in your life that you are grateful for getting through (perhaps when you needed the help of a first responder). 

The Recipient

First Responders are on the frontlines each and every day, tending to us in our moments of greatest need. Right now, they are working tirelessly to provide care during a scary, uncertain time. 

The Reason

This kit was created in honor of the 20th anniversary of 9/11. After a long shift, or two, our first responders are exhausted both physically and mentally. Build a gratitude kit to help lift first responders’ spirits and let them know how grateful you are for their work.

Unpack the Box

  • Take everything out of the box.
  • Lay everything out so you can find what you need to build the kit.

Create Your Kynd Code

* We are currently transitioning out of this step. If your kit has a reference to a Kynd Code, please disregard.

Register Your Kit to Follow It's Journey

*Starting on April 4th, we have implemented a QR code/serial number process. If you do not have a QR code on the inside of your box, please disregard this step. This QR code will be blue and has a serial number starting with KK underneath it. See example image below.

1. Locate the QR Code serial number on your Kynd Kit
  • If you have a classic kit, it will be located on the plastic bag inside the kit
  • If you have Plus or Max kit, it will be located on the inside of the box. 
2. Go to kit registration page 
  • If you are using your phone, open your camera and scan the QR code
  • If you are using your computer, click this link below and enter the serial number listed below the QR code
    • Code starts with KK 
Click here to go to kit registration page
3. Register your kit
  • Fill out the requested fields 
  • By providing this information, you will be notified when your kit is returned to Project Helping and when it is distributed to those in need 

*We will not use your information for anything besides notifying you of your Kynd Kit progress. 

4. When you have completed registering your kit, please return to this page to continue building your kit. 
5. Please ensure you include your QR serial code when returning your kit so we can scan it when we receive it.
6. You can visit kyndkit.org at any time to check the status of your Kynd Kit. 
 

Find the Kynd Card

This is for you to spread extra kyndness to someone in your own life.  Consider writing a note to a friend, loved one, or colleague that you are grateful for.  Address the note and send it in the mail or give it to someone in person.

DO NOT include this in the finished kit.

Completed Kynd Kits go all over the world. As you customize your kit, please refrain from using any religion or political content.

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 closed. 

Decorate the Canvas Bag and Tote

1. Find the following items:
  • Canvas tote and canvas bag
  • Markers
  • 2. Decorate the canvas bag.
    • Use the permanent markers to decorate the canvas bag.
      • Make the bag fun and colorful. Can’t think of what to write, draw a picture!
*Helpful Tip: Place a piece of paper in the bag before decorating so the marker does not bleed through. 

DIY Paracord Bracelet

1. Find the following items:
  • Buckle
  • Scissors
  • Paracord rope
2. Follow this video to make a Paracord bracelet.
*Paracord bracelets started as a way for service members and first responders to carry extra cord in a lightweight, compact manner. Paracord has many uses and can be a survivalist’s best tool.

Surprise Kyndness

1. Find the following items:
  • Adult puzzle book or gratitude journal
  • Enclosed materials such as markers, stickers, etc.
2. Surprise Kyndness
  • Decorate the outside of the journal with a picture or uplifting message.
  • Use random pages in the journal to write short uplifting messages, draw small colorful images, or create fun writing prompts for the recipient

Decorate the Box

Use the enclosed materials to decorate the box the kit came in. Make this fun and colorful. Get creative! This is how the recipient will receive their final kit.

Pack the Kit

  • Pack all of the hygiene materials into the canvas bag for an on-the-go bag that the first responder can keep in their car or backpack.
  • Pack the rest of the materials in the large canvas tote. Pack the tote back into the original, decorated box.
  • DO NOT include any open/used decorating materials
  • Make sure the Kynd Code is included.
  • Add any optional items you would like.
  • Self-care items 
  • Protein rich snacks
  • Puzzle books
  • Card games
Items not to include: 
  • Perishable items
  • Sharp objects
  • Nut food products
  • Religious or political items
  • Alcohol

Delivery Options

  • Deliver your completed kit to a first responder you know or a local fire station/police station.

OR

  • Return your completed kit to be distributed to local first responders.
To get a return label, click HERE. 

You Did It!

Thank you for building a Kynd 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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