10/16/2026
Kindness is contagious. So is hope.
Sometimes, the most powerful support a young person can receive comes from someone sitting right next to them in class.
That's what Hope Squad is all about.
Through this student-led, peer-to-peer su***de prevention program, young people across Cape Cod and the Islands are learning how to recognize when someone may be struggling, offer support, and connect their peers with trusted adults.
And the impact continues to grow.
๐ 21 participating schools
๐ 88 trained advisors
๐ 550 student Hope Squad members
๐ Nearly 10,000 students with access to peer support
Behind every number is a student who knows they don't have to face a difficult moment alone.
As we head into the weekend, here's a reminder that kindness doesn't have to be complicated. Check in on a friend. Invite someone to join you. Make sure the person sitting alone feels included.
Small moments of connection can make a meaningful difference.
Learn more about our work at sharingkindness.org.
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