KIND OF THE UPSTATE
Kids Including & Nurturing Disabilities
The Most Important Subject In Every School Is Kindness
Every child is a gift, with unique traits and talents. No two children are alike. When we embrace disabilities, we create something stronger together. By teaching disability inclusion and kindness from a young age, our schools can become communities where every child belongs and every child thrives.
What is KIND?
KIND of the Upstate is a non-profit organization founded on the principles of kindness toward all children. We partner with area schools to host KIND Days, where we teach the importance of disability inclusion through hands-on learning experiences and resources. Our goal is to educate young children on the importance of embracing and celebrating disabilities so every child feels they belong.
2025-2026 was a great school year for KIND
“The best thing KIND does is bring awareness to the need for incluson and acceptance for all children, regardless of their differences or challenges. I have a sister with special needs and it would have been great to have the support of a group like KIND when we were growing up. I am so thankful for the work they do with schools, fostering inclusion with children.”
– Ashley Praytor
2025-2026 Participating Schools
Advent Methodist Church (Greenville)
Augusta Circle Elementary (Greenville)
Bethel Elementary (Greenville)*
Buena Vista Elementary (Greenville)
Camperdown (Greenville)
Cherrydale Elementary (Greenville)*
Christ Church Episcopal School (Greenville)
Concord Elementary (Anderson)
East Link Academy (Greenville)
Ellen Woodside (Greenville)
Faith Montessori (Greenville)
First Presbyterian Church Weekday School (Spartanburg)
Fountain Inn Elementary (Greenville)
GREEN Charter School (Simpsonville)
Hollis Academy (Greenville)*
King’s Classical School (Greenville)
Lake Forest Elementary (Greenville)
Midway Elementary (Anderson)
Pelham Road Elementary (Greenville)
Reedy Laurel Elementary (Greenville)
Roebuck Elementary (Spartanburg)*
Roots and Wings (Greenville)
Sara Collins Elementary (Greenville)
Spearman Elementary (Anderson)*
Spartanburg Day School (Spartanburg)
Springbrook Behavioral Health (Greenville)
St. Pauls (Greenville)
Stone Academy (Greenville)
Summit Drive Elementary (Greenville)
Thomas E. Kerns (Greenville)*
West View Elementary (Spartanburg)*
Westminster Weekday School (Greenville)
*Title 1 School
Get Involved!
KIND loves volunteers – whether you’re a parent, educator or donor, we would be glad to have you on our team. Ask us how you can help support the mission!
Donation Levels
*There are an average of 24 children in a classroom.
If you are a business and interested in customizing your donation, please contact us here.
We Need Your Help
We are in need of donations in order to meet the needs of children in the area. KIND of the Upstate is a registered South Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. 100% of your donation goes toward our mission and is tax-deductible to the extent of the law.