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The mission of Spread Goodness® is to uplift the vibration of the planet through acts of human kindness and generosity of spirit.

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Tune in to something GOOD!

In an increasingly divisive world, we are constantly bombarded with negativity from all forms of media. Now more than ever, we need to plug into something that reminds us of all the good in the world.

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So we created the Spread Goodness® Challenge…

The Spread Goodness® Challenge is a technology tool for the classroom that encourages students to do something kind and unexpected for someone, share what they’ve done on our online platform, and nominate others to participate.

By functioning as an age-appropriate social networking tool, it fosters positive feedback loops and inspires real life action among users.

To serve our communities best, we created:

  • Gamifying features kids enjoy

  • Meaningful engagement tools, along with quick ’n easy implementation tips teachers appreciate

  • A metrics dashboard and safety features administrators need

  • And SEL opportunities educators and parents collectively value.

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Spread Goodness® Challenge

Platform Features

  • Minimal Prep for Maximum Impact

    Create a culture of compassion in your classroom and beyond with simple tools seamlessly implemented in 5 minutes a day or less.

  • Educational Features that Promote Meaningful Engagement

    The platform fosters meaningful engagement through tools like digital journal prompts, an Inspiration Page featuring real-world examples to spark ideas, and conversation starters for classroom and family discussions.

  • Safety and Compliance

    The platform ensures safety and compliance through a closed-loop environment, where all interactions remain within a secure, moderated space

  • Perpetual Innovation

    We actively beta test our application with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to discover innovative ways to gamify and enhance the platform, ensuring that it meets their needs and adapts to their preferences.

  • Our Commitment to Continuous Improvement

    Our commitment to continuous improvement not only enhances user experience but also aligns our offering with educational objectives, making us an effective solution for promoting kindness and social-emotional learning.

Our Philosophy: Building the Foundation to Spread Goodness®

  • Vibes Up

    In order to prepare ourselves to spread goodness, we first need to get our VIBES UP by doing the things we love and taking good care of ourselves.

  • Hearts Open

    When our vibes are up, our HEARTS naturally OPEN, giving us more capacity for empathy and compassion.

  • Uplift

    And when our hearts are open, we have the superpower to UPLIFT those around us.

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Why I started Spread Goodness®

I started Spread Goodness® in 2015 after a personal experience revealed to me the transformative power of how small heart-centered points of connection can have a profound impact on both the giver and the receiver.

I believe people are doing kind things for each other all over the world every single day, however, the immense amount of goodness around us often goes unnoticed. I wanted to change that narrative and empower people to showcase, celebrate, and amplify these moments of human kindness and generosity of spirit.

I believe now more than ever, we must shine a light on our collective power to make the world a better place so that we don’t get swept into the undercurrent of negativity.

Spread Goodness® is a brand built to showcase and inspire acts of kindness. I believe each act of positivity has a ripple effect, sparking more goodness in ourselves and those around us.

-Lisa Lang, Founder

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Lifelong Educator, Lisa Lang, is the Founder of Spread Goodness®

Welcome to The Spread Goodness® Challenge!

I’m Lisa Lang, a lifelong educator, theater professional, and passionate advocate for spreading joy, love, and positivity. My journey began in 4th grade when I decided to become a teacher and later graduated from the University of Iowa with degrees in Elementary Education, Theater Arts, and French. I started my career in the classroom, where I taught students from early childhood through eighth grade. That experience shaped my deep belief in the power of education—not just in academics but in character, creativity, and community.

For 15 years, I founded and led Dream Big Performing Arts, one of the largest educational theater arts organizations for children in Chicagoland. Now, I am thrilled to bring that same passion for learning and personal growth into The Spread Goodness® Challenge, a program designed to inspire young minds to take action to collectively make our world a better place through simple acts of human kindness and generosity of spirit.

At its core, education is about transformation—helping students see their potential and empowering them to make a difference. With this challenge, I hope to ignite a movement in schools that encourages children to lead with generosity, compassion, and a sense of purpose.

I invite teachers, schools, and families to join us in this mission. Together, we can create a culture of kindness that reaches far beyond the classroom.

With gratitude,

Lisa Lang

Founder, Spread Goodness®

Spread Goodness® Founder Lisa Lang

Our Team

  • "Truly this is awesome. I see the potential that this has. This is explicit kindness instruction, which is often overlooked."

    Sarah Hirsh, Chicago Public School Teacher

  • "This fits in seamlessly into our morning meeting time to set the tone for our day."

    Teri Thomas, Retired School Teacher

  • "This is a great tool to acknowledge students and reinforce positive behavior."

    Jessie Smart, Educator