About Keeping Kids Positive
Keeping Kids Positive is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth through kindness, confidence, and community. We create uplifting resources, lead nationwide programs, and encourage young people to grow through service, mentorship, and mental wellness. From activity books to Positivity Boards, we're on a mission to power the future with positivity—one child at a time.
Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission
Keeping Kids Positive is dedicated to powering the future with positivity by nurturing the minds and hearts of today’s youth. Through uplifting programs, mentorship, and community engagement, we promote mental wellness, self-worth, and kindness. We believe that by fostering a culture of encouragement and empowerment, every child can grow into a confident, compassionate leader of tomorrow.
Vision
We envision a world where every child grows up rooted in confidence, surrounded by kindness, and inspired to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Values
At Keeping Kids Positive, our values guide everything we do—from our programs to our daily interactions.
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Positivity is at the heart of our mission. We believe every child deserves to feel hopeful, encouraged, and uplifted.
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Empowerment ensures kids gain the tools and confidence to lead with purpose and resilience.
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Inclusivity reflects our belief that every child, regardless of background, deserves to feel seen, supported, and celebrated.
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Service teaches young people the joy of giving back and reminds us all that building others up builds us too.
Together, these values power our vision of a brighter, kinder future—one child at a time.
The Board
President
Brooke Heath
Brooke Heath is the Founder and President of Keeping Kids Positive, a nationwide initiative born from a personal need for light during a difficult time in her life. What began as a simple idea to spread hope has grown into a powerful movement to equip children with lifelong tools for mental wellness through activity books, Positivity Boards, and community engagement.
Brooke is a Management major at Texas A&M University, where she also serves as the Service Director for Kappa Alpha Theta. She is passionate about building meaningful connections and plans to pursue a career in sales. Brooke continues to lead KKP with heart, vision, and purpose.
She hopes to inspire others to lead with kindness and never underestimate the power of a positive voice.
Vice President & Treasurer
Stephanie Heath
Stephanie Heath is a founding member of Keeping Kids Positive and proudly serves as both Vice President and Treasurer of the organization. A passionate advocate for youth empowerment and mental wellness, Stephanie also continues to support KKP as a dedicated ambassador, helping spread positivity within her community and beyond.
Stephanie is a graduate of Texas A&M University, where she earned both her BBA and Master’s in Management Information Systems. She currently works as a Power Platform Business Analyst in IT at ExxonMobil, where she blends her technical expertise with a heart for innovation and impact.
Known for her positive spirit and thoughtful leadership, Stephanie brings a unique combination of strategic insight and personal commitment to KKP’s mission.
Secretary
Mary Sickler
Mary Sickler serves as Secretary of Keeping Kids Positive, where she supports the organization’s mission to uplift youth through positivity, confidence, and community engagement. She has been involved with KKP since its early growth and is passionate about creating safe, empowering spaces for young people to thrive.
Mary is a pre-law student at Rice University and the founder of Guardian Alliance Foundation, a nonprofit focused on sexual assault prevention and survivor advocacy. She is also a certified self-defense instructor and an active spokesperson for the Houston Area Women’s Center.
Mary brings a unique perspective to her role at Keeping Kids Positive, blending her passion for youth mental health with her broader mission to build safe, informed, and resilient communities.