featuring: dollar a day foundation & tim hortons smile cookie campaign
By: Morgan Macklin & Caitlin Herrick
a shared value:
“OUR SCHOOL IS KINDER”
Imagine a world where the word "kind" is not just an adjective but a way of life. Think about what it would be like if everyone around you, from your family and friends to colleagues and classmates, chose to sprinkle a little extra kindness into their interactions. We often hear about the power of kindness, but have you ever experienced it in action?
In one of our recent training sessions, a teacher who had been using the Heroes programs in their classroom made a profound observation: "Our school is kinder." This simple yet powerful statement reflects the transformative impact that the Heroes program is having on our educational communities. It's a ripple effect of kindness that we're proud to be a part of, but we couldn’t share these moments without the help of our supporters.
the smile cookie campaign
Kindness, as it turns out, is contagious. When someone extends a gesture of kindness, it sparks joy within the recipient and, in turn, inspires them to pass that kindness forward. Inspired people inspire others. The Smile Cookie Campaign by Tim Hortons is a heartwarming example of this ripple effect. Tim Hortons, the beloved Canadian franchise, has been raising funds for local charities for over 25 years. Last year, their restaurants raised a record-breaking $15 million for over 600 local charities and community groups, including Impact Society. The Smile Cookie legacy, which has seen over $90 million raised since its inception, showcases the incredible impact a simple act of kindness can have.
two years of kindness from dollar a day foundation
At Impact Society, we're no strangers to the power of kindness. We've had the privilege of receiving support from the Dollar a Day Foundation through the Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign for two consecutive years. The Dollar A Day Foundation operates with a clear mission that reflects the values of Impact Society, which is to provide the critical funds needed for frontline mental health and addiction programs across Canada. With the aligned mission for creating resilient individuals who are equipped with the tools needed to navigate adversity, we are grateful to be among the recipients of funds from the Calgary region Smile Cookie Campaign. Thanks to these contributions spanning the past two years, Impact Society has been able to provide Heroes programs and enhanced mental health services to nearly 900 youth across Canada. These funds are a key driver in creating generations that cherish kindness in their pursuit of building positive mental wellbeing. This is a testament to the commitment of organizations like the Dollar a Day Foundation and Tim Hortons to make a real difference in their communities.
share your story of kindness
Whether you’re an educator and experienced behaviour changes in your classroom through Heroes programs, or simply wanted to share how an act of kindness impacted you, we would love to hear your story. These moments empower a ripple effect that inspire us and others to continue spreading kindness. Please fill out the form below to continue spreading kindness!
Remember, a single act of kindness can create ripples of positive change in the world. So, let's continue to be kind and make our schools, communities, and the world a kinder place, one small act at a time. Together, we can build a brighter future.