



Our Story
Anchored in Joy is the passion project of Providence native, Molly McBride. Anchored in Joy fosters a message of kindness by embracing and celebrating our differences and diversity that make the world beautiful.
Understanding the role kindness has in positive mental health outcomes, Anchored in Joy seeks to promote kindness to support youth build positive connections with their community while improving self confidence.
To learn more about the journey of Anchored in Joy and our current programming please click here.

Building Community Together
When youth feel accepted for who they are- their unique backgrounds, identities, and perspectives- the science is clear. Levels of anxiety, depression, school bullying are all reduced, while simultaneously raising levels of self-esteem, social connection, and resilience to overcome obstacles.