Help Write the Next Chapter of Kindness in Jacksonville

The American Civility Association (ACA) proudly continues the Barry Henry Kindness Book Fund, a powerful initiative that has already touched countless young lives across Jacksonville. Established in honor of Barry Kent Henry, whose unwavering commitment to kindness and compassion continues to inspire our mission, our book club enters its second transformative year.

In 2025, we're expanding our reach to bring even more essential kindness-focused books and lessons to local schools. The impact of our first year has shown us that when children have access to books that promote empathy and understanding, positive change and safer school climates follow. Henry's Kindness Book Club has become a beacon of hope in our community's ongoing effort to prevent bullying and support youth mental health.

Barry Henry's legacy lives on through every book we place in a child's hands. These carefully selected books serve as powerful tools that:

• Guide children in understanding and practicing empathy
• Provide strategies for standing up to bullying
• Foster building relationships that make every child feel valued
• Build emotional resilience in our youth

Your continued support becomes even more crucial as we enter our second year. Every contribution to the Barry Henry Kindness Book Fund helps us:

• Expand our reach to more children, youth, and parents across Jacksonville
• Provide updated resources that address contemporary challenges
• Create safe spaces for meaningful discussions about kindness and mental health
• Support teachers and families with materials and events that promote social-emotional intelligence and how to recognize mental health warning signs.

Join us in building upon last year's success. Your donation to Henry's Kindness Book Club isn't just supporting a program – it's nurturing a movement of compassion that grows stronger each year. Together, we can continue Barry Henry's vision of a world where every child feels empowered to choose kindness and thankfulness over meanness and rudeness. And then to help others do the same.

Make your mark on our community's future. Support the Barry Henry Kindness Book Fund today, and help us write the next chapter in our ongoing story of creating a kinder, more caring world for all our children.