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The Veres Society
Named in honor of Shanthi Project’s visionary founder Denise Veres, The Veres Society is a membership program designed to transform lives by helping to sustain our essential mindfulness programs.
In harnessing the power of Shanthi Project’s passionate and dedicated donors, we will collectively support the mental health and well-being of children and adults throughout the Greater Lehigh Valley. Together, members of the Veres Society will:
EMPOWER CHANGE
in schools, workplaces, the Juvenile Justice Center, and beyond, empowering individuals to lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
EXPAND ACCESS
in underserved communities, ensuring that mindfulness education can reach everyone.
DRIVE INNOVATION
by supporting cutting-edge programs and resources that meet the evolving needs of our communities.
OUR CHILDREN NEED MINDFULNESS
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), students face rising rates of mental health conditions, including unprecedented levels of stress. Increased stress may result in:
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Anger
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Negative Externalizing behaviors
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Lowered self-esteem
Research suggests that anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem can negatively influence students’ school performance by disrupting their thinking and hindering their learning.
THE GOOD NEWS?
Research consistently demonstrates the profound impact of mindfulness on mental health and well-being. Here’s a glimpse of the compelling data highlighting the benefits of mindfulness:
In 2023, data collected from our in-class mindfulness programming found:
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97% of teachers rated their students as having moderately to extremely benefited from our in-class mindfulness programming
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89% of students participated in class all or most of the time after our programming
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79% of students improved moderately to extremely in behavioral and emotional control
Membership Levels & Benefits
Unlock the power of mindfulness by becoming a member of The Veres Society today!
CHANGE-MAKER
$5,850
Change-Makers fund the facilitation of our 16-week mindfulness program for three entire classrooms, empowering 75+ children to become their most resilient selves.
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Verbal acknowledgment at special events
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Access to exclusive content, resources, and updates
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Prominent acknowledgment in our annual impact report, on the website, and in our e-newsletter
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Dedicated thank you on social media
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A Veres Society keychain
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A personalized membership card
CHAMPION
$1,950
A Champion-level gift will provide our 16-week in-school mindfulness program to one classroom of 30 students.
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Prominent acknowledgment in our annual impact report, on the website, and in our e-newsletter
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Thank you on social media
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A Veres Society keychain
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A personalized membership card
PIONEER
$780
Pioneer members can help blaze the trail by funding mindfulness education for half of an average-sized elementary school classroom.
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Listing in our annual impact report, on our website, and in our e-newsletter
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Acknowledgement on social media
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A Shanthi Project magnet
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A personalized membership card
PARTNER
$250
A Partner level gift will allow Shanthi Project to serve three children through our in-school mindfulness program and provide three classrooms with a beautiful wooden chime.
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Listing in our annual impact report, on our website, and in our e-newsletter
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A personalized membership card
FRIEND
$65
It costs Shanthi Project $65 to serve one child through our in-school mindfulness program. Your contribution of that amount will provide essential tools and resources to navigate our increasingly complex world.
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Listing in our annual impact report and on our website
Thank you to our generous Veres Society members!
Champion
Friends and Family of Denise
Pioneer
Paul & Paula Herron Braden
Lynn Prior
Partner
John & Vera Cosgrove
Dinoli Rowlands
Beth Seetch
Friend
Anthony and Gina Beltrami
Lynne Brolly
Renell Carpenter
Dave Erickson
John Hawkins
Kim Hopkins
Theresa Lavarini
Heather Myers
Jeanne Reilly
Questions?
Contact:
Kimberly Hopkins,
Executive Director
kim@shanthiproject.org
(610) 255-7230
