This summer, we’re choosing joy as a radical act of connection. At SixDegrees.org, we believe joy isn't a distraction from the work. It's at the heart of it. In a world heavy with urgency, our team is reclaiming rest, celebration, and human connection as essential to sustainable change. From behind-the-scenes laughter to mission-driven partnerships, we’re spotlighting how grassroots joy builds resilience, fosters empathy, and keeps the nonprofit world beating. Join us as we explore what it means to lead with softness, and why joy might be the most powerful tool we have.

What if the most powerful thing you could say to someone struggling is simply: I get it? This reflection on our national mental health campaign explores how empathy, connection, and collective care can shift the conversation and open the door to healing.

On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, in partnership with Find Your Anchor, SixDegrees.org activated BKxKB for the creation of 2,500 FYA boxes. The kits are designed for individuals struggling with thoughts of suicide. SixDegrees was proud to stand alongside our friends at Find Your Anchor in support of their mission infuse the mental health world with good vibes.

On Thursday, August 22, 2024, SixDegrees.org cultivated a powerful activation of its Building Kits initiative. In just three weeks time, they organized volunteers, procured over $250,000 worth of resources, and organized a meaningful volunteer activation for the build of 3,000 mental health resource kits for distribution to all attendees at the following week’s International Association of Fire Fighters convention and 150 for patients enrolled with the On-Site Academy , a short term, intensive residential treatment center for rescue personnel who may be temporarily overwhelmed by the stress of their job, suffering from work-related cumulative or delayed critical incident stress.