Burlington, MA to Host 2025 Month of May Kindness Celebration on May 18

A Collaboration Between Burlington Public Schools & HELPIS

Burlington, MA – Kindness is more than just a word; it’s a movement! On Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 10 AM – 12 PM, Burlington will come together for a Kindness Celebration on the Town Common, inviting all families, students, and community members to spread joy, generosity, and goodwill.

Hosted by Burlington Public Schools (BPS) and HELPIS, this first annual event will highlight acts of kindness, community giving, and local partnerships, ensuring that every person—no matter their age—can be part of something bigger.

What to Expect:

A Community-Wide Celebration – Enjoy a morning filled with activities, entertainment, and opportunities to give back.
Kids' Kindness Activities – Fun, engaging stations for children to learn and practice acts of kindness.
Live Music & Entertainment – Experience the joy of kindness with live performances and uplifting music.
Local Business Participation – Businesses can sponsor tables or become high-level event sponsors.
Nonprofit Showcases – Local nonprofit organizations will share their missions and ways to get involved.
The Kindness Parade – A special short parade for children to march and celebrate the power of kindness!
“Get Ladybugged” Fundraiser – Students, parents, teachers, and community members can nominate someone who embodies kindness with a small donation. Recognitions will be displayed on lawns around Burlington, spreading kindness throughout the town!

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Local businesses and organizations are encouraged to support this community-driven event by sponsoring tables or becoming high-level sponsors to help cover event costs. Nonprofits are invited to host a table to showcase their work and connect with the community.

Why May?
HELPIS has long championed May as the Month of Kindness, challenging individuals and communities to help others without expecting anything in return. Since 2016, Massachusetts has officially recognized May as Kindness Month, and Burlington is leading the charge in making kindness a community-wide tradition.

Community Involvement

Schools & SEL Curriculum: Every Burlington school will adopt a kindness theme and perform acts of kindness, incorporating social-emotional learning (SEL) principles already in place.
Kindness Stations: Booths where attendees can write kind notes, donate to charities, or create "kindness rocks" to hide around town.
Ladybug Yard Signs: Kindness will be made visible across Burlington as ladybug yard signs, representing acts of kindness, are delivered to the Common, filling it with a beautiful display of generosity.
Local Business Engagement: Businesses will be encouraged to display ladybug decorations and offer special kindness promotions.

Sponsorship & Volunteer Opportunities – #BurlingtonKind

Local businesses and organizations are encouraged to support this community-driven event by sponsoring tables, becoming high-level sponsors, or donating prizes for kindness recognition. Volunteers are also needed to help with setup, activities, and crowd engagement.

Spread the Word

📢 Join the Movement! Use our event hashtag: #LadybugsOfKindness or #BurlingtonKind to share photos and stories on social media.

📅 Save the Date & Get Involved!

We need supporters like you to help make this event a success. Whether through sponsorships, volunteering, or simply showing up to celebrate kindness, your support fuels our mission to make the world a better place—one act of kindness at a time.

2025 Kindness Celebration - Sponsor a Ladybug