Welcome
Turning Pain Into Power, One Heart at a Time.
Join Aedyn’s ripple effect of kindness.
From Pain to Purpose. From Love to Legacy.
Spreading Kindness ~ Healing Hearts.
At just 11 years old, after experiencing the pain of being bullied, Aedyn made a courageous decision — he wanted to turn his struggle into strength and help others who were hurting. With the support of his family, and his mom Karen by his side, he founded Aedyn’s Backpack Club, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit built on kindness, compassion, and hope. Today, the organization is dedicated to standing with victims and survivors of bullying and abuse, making sure no one feels alone in their fight to heal.
Join the Movement of Kindness
Parents: You Have the Power to Help
Talk with your child
Don’t brush it off — listen with love. Show them you believe them, and that they don’t have to face this alone.
Team up with the school
Teachers and administrators can be powerful allies. Reach out early so your child knows the adults are working together for them.
Encourage peaceful solutions
Model kindness and calm. Remind your child that strength isn’t about fighting back — it’s about choosing better ways forward.
Empathize with your child
Let them know it’s not their fault. Celebrate their courage for opening up to you.
Find solutions together
Ask your child what they think could help. Problem-solving as a team builds their confidence and trust.
Involve law enforcement if needed
If the behavior becomes criminal or dangerous, don’t hesitate to take it seriously and get help from authorities.
Stay persistent
If the bullying doesn’t stop, keep pushing for answers. Your persistence shows your child they are worth fighting for.
If You’re Being Bullied – You Are Not Alone
Speak up
Tell your parents, teachers, or a trusted adult right away. You don’t have to handle it alone.
Choose peace
Fighting back may only make things worse. Real strength comes from finding safer solutions.
Use your voice
If you feel safe, ask the bully to stop. Sometimes standing tall and calm can make a difference.
Write it down
Keep a record of what happened — who, where, when, and if anyone saw it. This helps adults take action.
Find your team
Whether it’s friends, family, teachers, or community members, surround yourself with people who support you.
Talk it out
Sharing your feelings with a counselor or trusted adult can help lighten the weight you’re carrying.
Stand for others
If you see someone else being bullied, don’t stay silent. Tell a teacher or adult right away.
Remember this
Bullying is never your fault. You deserve kindness, respect, and safety — always.
Resources
Safe to Tell
1-877-542-SAFE (7233)
Bullying Recovery Resource Center
(303) 991-1397
STOMP Out Bullying: https://www.stompoutbullying.org
Stop Bullying: https://www.stopbullying.gov/resources/get-help-now
Kids Against Bullying: https://pacerkidsagainstbullying.org/
Teens Against Bullying: https://pacerteensagainstbullying.org/
Visit your School Counselor
Join Aedyn's Backpack Club Mission
We believe every act of kindness creates a ripple. Aedyn’s Backpack Club exists to support victims of bullying and abuse, empower survivors, and inspire communities to stand together — proving that love always wins.
