Bullying doesn’t take a break—it affects children daily, both in school and online, leaving victims isolated and causing harm that bullies may not fully realize. Bystanders often feel powerless to intervene, fearing retaliation or a lack of support. That’s why it’s essential to equip all children with the skills and support to build healthy relationships, even in difficult situations.

Buddies Not Bullies provides evidence-based bullying prevention education in Franklin County and beyond. Since 2005, we’ve helped over 10,000 children, families, and professionals better understand bullying, develop essential skills, and navigate the mental health challenges linked to peer abuse.

Community support has been vital in delivering school-based programs like All In and Play It Safe, our FREE web-based parent education series, and now, our newest initiative: a digital curriculum of our programs that educators can integrate into their daily lessons to support and respond to even more children who need skill-building and guidance in developing healthy relationships. 

Your generosity helps children understand conflict and bullying better, and practice emotional regulation, respectful communication, problem-solving, and cooperation. Together, we can change the narrative for kids -changing the story for those affected by bullying.