Use the enclosed materials to write a card and decorate the envelope. Express your encouragement and include a hopeful message.
Use the permanent markers to decorate the canvas bag. Tip: Place a piece of paper in the bag before decorating to prevent the markers from bleeding through.
Worry stones are smooth, polished rocks used for relaxation or anxiety relief to help one feel grounded. The stone is meant to be kept in one’s pocket. The physical act of massaging a worry stone for several minutes is proven to provide therapeutic & psychological benefits that help soothe your nervous system, reduce stress and anxiety, and help clear your mind so you can focus and think clearly.
On one side of the drawstring bag write an inspirational or calming word. Examples: hope, love, grow, breathe, dream, courage, wonder. Tip: Place a piece of paper or cardboard in the bag before decorating to prevent the marker from bleeding through.
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 outside of the box. Make it fun and colorful for the recipient to feel like they are opening a gift when they receive the completed kit.
Write a special affirmation message on each card. Loop the piece of string through the hole punched cards and tie a knot to secure them together. If you have a key ring, loop the cards through the key ring.
Items not to include:
Distribution options if your kit does not have a prepaid return label:
Official Name: Project Helping
Website: ProjectHelping.org
EIN/Tax ID: 45-2442366
Nonprofit Classification: 501(c)(3)
