We at The-Leo-Project hope schmaltzy critter Zen can counterbalance the mistrust and fear too prevalent in today’s world. We want to get Leo’s values into people’s hearts, and to help those who make the world better while we do it.

It’s free to participate:

• Teachers, classroom aides, readers in literacy or after-school programs, anyone who interacts with children can download free materials that promote kindness to children and animals. You can help teach kindness through reading.

• Creatives of all kinds can us these materials as the basis for art and music workshops, plays, or even operas. Listen to this fabulous NPR story for inspiration.

• Non-profits can receive download the stories to gift to donors, with our thanks for your good work.

• Corporations and foundations can use charitable giving funds to support kindness-based programming.

• Ecumenical and faith groups can use the stories in classes as they talk about how a values-based society treats those who need help.

• Cultural Influencers and philanthropists can spread the word by linking The-Leo-Project to their favorite project.

We want to shift public discourse from diatribe to dialogue. Because Leo Land is filled with charming, adorable critters, children will be able to imagine a world where shared purpose can lead to happier communities. We all need hope, which is Leo Land’s home base.

If you can imagine playing with these ideas, contact us for a fun conversation about what’s possible in your world. To quote the modern bard, (John Lennon, Imagine), You might say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one.

The Ask

Our only ask is that you snuggle in, alone or with children, and read or listen to the stories to see what a fabulous new hero Leo is to root for. You’ll see why he can help us learn to talk to one another again as good neighbors. It’s a chance to use your institutional moxie in a new way, to connect kids with creativity and kindness.