PEACEFULL KIDS
President: Donna Brown
PEACEFULL KIDS is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating exclusively for public benefit. We are committed to building a more compassionate world by nurturing the next generation of peacemakers through evidence-based programs and community engagement.
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Our Location
Headquarters
PEACEFULL KIDS
Rochester, New York
14618-3729
Located in the heart of Western New York, we serve children and families throughout the Rochester metropolitan area and surrounding communities. Our central location allows us to partner with schools, community centers, and local organizations across the region.
Service Area
While headquartered in Rochester, our programs extend throughout Monroe County and neighboring areas. We believe every child deserves access to peace education, regardless of their zip code or economic background.
Our mobile workshop teams travel to schools, libraries, and community centers, bringing our transformative programs directly to where children learn and play.
Our Mission
Growing Hearts
We nurture emotional intelligence and empathy in children, helping them understand their own feelings and connect meaningfully with others. Through age-appropriate activities and guided discussions, we help young hearts expand with compassion.
Spreading Peace
Our mission extends beyond individual growth to community transformation. By equipping children with conflict resolution skills and peaceful communication tools, we create ripple effects that strengthen families, schools, and neighborhoods.
What We Do
PEACEFULL KIDS is a nonprofit organization that fosters empathy, kindness, and conflict resolution skills in children through innovative workshops and comprehensive community programs. We believe that teaching children peaceful communication and emotional regulation creates lasting positive change in our communities.
Our evidence-based approach combines interactive learning, role-playing exercises, and mindfulness practices to help children ages 5-17 develop essential life skills. We work closely with educators, parents, and community leaders to create supportive environments where children can practice and reinforce these valuable lessons.
Our Core Programs
School Workshops
Interactive classroom sessions that teach conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and empathy building. Our trained facilitators work with teachers to integrate peace education into daily learning, creating more harmonious classroom environments.
Community Programs
After-school and weekend programs that reinforce peaceful practices through games, art, and group activities. These programs provide safe spaces for children to practice new skills while building lasting friendships.
Family Engagement
Parent workshops and family activities that extend peace education into the home. We believe that involving families creates consistency and strengthens the impact of our children's programming.
Skills We Teach
01
Emotional Awareness
Children learn to identify, understand, and express their emotions in healthy ways. We teach them that all feelings are valid while helping them choose appropriate responses.
02
Active Listening
We develop strong communication skills by teaching children how to truly hear and understand others. This foundation creates the basis for meaningful relationships and effective problem-solving.
03
Conflict Resolution
Through role-playing and guided practice, children learn peaceful strategies for addressing disagreements and finding win-win solutions that respect everyone involved.
04
Empathy Building
Activities and discussions that help children understand different perspectives and develop genuine compassion for others, regardless of differences in background or opinion.
Our Impact by the Numbers
2,500+
Children Served
Students have participated in our programs across Rochester and surrounding communities since our founding.
45
School Partners
Educational institutions actively incorporate our peace education curriculum into their programming.
150
Workshops Delivered
Interactive sessions conducted annually, reaching children in schools and community centers.
95%
Positive Outcomes
Teachers report improved classroom behavior and peer relationships among participating students.
Success Stories
"Since PEACEFULL KIDS started working with our students, we've seen remarkable changes. Children who once struggled with anger are now helping their classmates solve problems peacefully. The ripple effect throughout our school has been incredible."
— Sarah Martinez, Elementary School Principal
"My daughter came home from the workshop and taught our whole family better ways to communicate. She's more confident, more caring, and helps resolve conflicts between her siblings. It's amazing to see these skills in action."
— Marcus Johnson, Parent
How You Can Help
Donate
Your financial support helps us reach more children and expand our programs. Every dollar directly funds workshops, materials, and training for our facilitators. Even small contributions make a meaningful difference in a child's life.
Volunteer
Join our team of dedicated volunteers who help facilitate workshops, support community events, and assist with program logistics. We provide training and ongoing support to ensure you feel confident and prepared.
Partner
Schools, community organizations, and businesses can partner with us to bring peace education to more children. We offer flexible program options and work collaboratively to meet each community's unique needs.
Join the Peace Movement
Every child deserves to grow up with the tools for peaceful communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution. At PEACEFULL KIDS, we're building a generation of young people who choose understanding over anger, collaboration over competition, and peace over conflict.
Together, we can create communities where children thrive, families are strengthened, and neighborhoods become more connected and compassionate. Join us in growing hearts and spreading peace throughout Western New York and beyond.
PEACEFULL KIDS • Rochester, New York • dbrown@peacefullkids.help • 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization