Raising kids who care about others and the common good.
What we do
We partner with families and educators, and work with the media, to share research-informed strategies that help children develop empathy, self-awareness, and a commitment to fairness.
Resources, tools, and networks for
Featured Resources
Combining research, theory, and the wisdom of practitioners, Making Caring Common brings fresh, energizing, and evidence-based resources and activities to schools and parents.
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Caring Schools Network
The Caring Schools Network (CSN) is a K-12 school program developed by experts at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and educators nationwide. The CSN empowers K-12 schools with the tools they need to cultivate community, caring, and a more fair world.
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READ OUR LATEST REPORT
Turning the Tide in 2026: Preparing Students for Lives of Caring and Purpose
Making Caring Common’s latest Turning the Tide report makes the case for a key shift in college admissions: College admissions, educators, and parents should elevate the key ethical and civic capacities at the heart of repairing what divides us, our democracy, and our collective well-being.
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NEW PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOLS
MCC’S Student Purpose Initiative
MCC’s Student Purpose Initiative helps U.S.-based high schools use new resources, including a step-by-step guide and direct support from the Making Caring Common team, to foster meaning and purpose in students.
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