Pollyanna is a national nonprofit helping academic institutions, non-profits and corporations build stronger and kinder communities.

“The people at Pollyanna come from such a genuine space. They are the real deal. The more people Pollyanna can work with – schools, health care, and corporations – the better.””     Annie Mendelsohn, CEO, Center for Comprehensive Health Practice

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Pollyanna Circle Membership 2026-27

Join the Pollyanna Circle Membership and equip your entire school community with the programs, tools, and inspiration needed to Build Stronger and Kinder Communities all year long.

Become a founding member and gain expanded access to the resources schools rely on most from Pollyanna. As a member, you’ll receive

  • Year-round learning for your whole school
  • Leadership development for both educators and students
  • Access to a national network of schools committed to equity, belonging, and community strength
  • A unified approach to strengthening culture and climate
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Pollyanna National Conference 2027

Stay tuned for the Save the Date announcement for the 2nd Pollyanna National Conference 2027. Together we will  Build Stronger and Kinder Communities.

Pollyanna Teen Council students sharing ideas at a leadership meet-up

Pollyanna Teen Council 2025-26

Join us for informative and exciting monthly meet-ups, specially designed for 13-18 year olds eager to engage in meaningful discussions on today’s most pressing topics. If you’re interested in a leadership role next year, please add your name to this form and we will be in touch. 

Pollyanna workshop participants in discussion on school values and commitment

10 Stories for 10 Years

Ten years. Ten stories. Countless moments of growth and connection.
In a decade of Building Stronger and Kinder Communities, Pollyanna has helped students find their voices, educators lead with purpose, and schools transform their cultures. These stories honor the people and partnerships that made it possible—and remind us that our journey of kindness, courage, and action is only just beginning. Click to read the 10 Stories.

 

 

Assessments

 

 

Community and Communications Assessments collect and synthesize feedback pertaining to inclusivity, and offer guidance needed to implement change.

 

 

Curriculum

 

 

Pollyanna’s free K-12 Racial Literacy Curriculum is designed to help students gain knowledge about race as it has been constructed in the United States.

 

 

Workshops

 

A range of in-person workshops and Circle Membership online workshops support students, educators, leadership teams, trustees, families and executives.

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