Pollyanna is a national nonprofit helping academic institutions, non-profits and corporations build stronger and kinder communities.
“By creating spaces where everyone feels valued and heard, Pollyanna is not only building stronger communities, they are also laying the foundation for a more compassionate and harmonious world.” — Laura Light, AAIE Executive Director
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.
Pollyanna 2025-25 Workshop Series
EVERYONE MAKES A COMMUNITY launches on October 15, 2025 and runs through May 14, 2026. We are once again offering topical workshops with dynamic facilitators for one price for all 16 workshops for your entire school community. In addition to participating live on Zoom, each workshop will be recorded, archived and available to view until May 20, 2026. Check our the whole series.
Pollyanna National Conference 2026
The Pollyanna National Conference brings together a wide range of schools and perspectives to amplify every voice and drive real change. Through intentional discussions, we foster a shared sense of belonging and collective growth. Let’s come together, share challenges and effective practices, and develop actionable strategies to Build Stronger and Kinder Communities.
Pollyanna Teen Council 2025-26
Calling all teens! Get ready to amplify your voices at Pollyanna Teen Council meet-ups. Teen’s opinions matter, and we’re thrilled to provide a platform where they can share thoughts, ideas, and passions. 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.
Assessments
Community and Communications Assessments collect and synthesize feedback pertaining to inclusivity, and offer guidance needed to implement systemic 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 trainings and workshops aimed at supporting educators, leadership teams, trustees, families, and executives in driving change in their communities.
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