Empower communities to be a catalyst for change & equal opportunity through sustainable programs that promote safety, health, & inclusion, in collaboration with residents, volunteers, civic leaders & business coalitions.
Our vision of kindness & oneness aligns all identities & groups to end hate & separateness
Lisa began working with survivors of trafficking/abuse in 2011 and subsequently implemented Trauma Sensitive Yoga & support groups for emergency shelters, schools, and organizations including Gilda's Club, Womankind, Sanctuary for Families, The Center, and NOW.
Macy joined the bKind team in March 2020 to launch emergency response initiatives when NYC shutdown due to the pandemic. She played an invaluable role in hunger relief, senior care, and academic support for youth who had no access to computers/WiFi for virtual learning. Her youth outreach activities include spearheading toy/clothing drives, mentoring, and supporting Voices of Youth.
Vincent Green spearheaded a worldwide project that accepts manuscripts from children ages five to fifteen for inclusion in a book of stories written by kids for kids.
Raymond Russell spearheaded programs for safety and positive thinking helping countless individuals achieve a state of overall joy and wellbeing. He has over 30 year investigative service and has been honored for his unparalleled service, Ray is a 2nd Degree Black Belt: Nabi Su Martial Arts (incl Tai Chi & Kung Fu) & previously trained in Vee Arnis Jitsu & Kansai Self Defense.
Myeshia implements programs that empower girls and women. She creates a place where women/girls can feel safe, supported and heard. Myeshia implements programs that facilitate open communication and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel personally and professionally.
Jaila Marie McCoy is a gifted writer and bright young lady who has been making notable contributions to G-Square Publishing efforts since she was six years old.
The majority of her contributions to G-Square have focused on drafting youth reviews. One of the first children’s books that she worked on as an author was a G-Square publication, entitled, “I Saw a Mouse Today”.
With great respect and admiration to Doris Ling-Cohan for a lifetime of unwavering, consistent dedication to making our city a better place and inspiring countless individuals to overcome all obstacles.
"We have the collective power to be the catalyst for change, so no group is considered "foreign" or "lesser"; so that equality and kindness are directed to each of us. bKind bONE!" Doris Ling-Cohan
Macy is a dedicated leader and role model, whose commitment to charitable initiatives in underserved communities includes emergency hunger relief, clothing & toy drives, safety & physical fitness, and helping youth find their voice and excel. Passionate about inspiring others to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams, she has assist
Macy is a dedicated leader and role model, whose commitment to charitable initiatives in underserved communities includes emergency hunger relief, clothing & toy drives, safety & physical fitness, and helping youth find their voice and excel. Passionate about inspiring others to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams, she has assisted in mentoring young writers, editing their manuscripts, and collaborating to promote confidence, resilience, kindness, and hope. Keenly attuned to intergeneration needs within the community, she has spearheaded toy drives for those in need, delivered food and supplies to housebound seniors, and initiated projects for sick and disabled veterans. She collaborated with the Prescott Foundation’s Hangar at 743 Albany Airport on a Veterans Project to bring families and community together, to honor and celebrate the 100th birthday of a WWII veteran and family member, an endeavor that can be replicated and sustained year after year.
“Through this work you have established a strong and lasting legacy as an Advocate for constituents...greatly inspired the next generation... for your dedicated and tireless service to our city, the state, and our nation"
FOOD RESCUE Provides 1500 meals every week Reduces waste in landfills Unites our Community
FOOD RESCUE AND GREENER SPACES TEAM:
Lisa, Macy, Ray, Vinny
To our contributors, supporters, team, & community, thank you for years of dedication to hunger relief, equality in education, mental health, & wellness for all.
Uniting communities & building bridges to replace violence & division with peace & unity.
Emergency initatives began when New York City shutdown in March 2020:
· Thousands of meals served
· Support for isolated seniors
· Academic programs & supplies for kids
· Basic necessities delivered
· Sanitizer & Masks provided
Empowers individuals to achieve the highest expression of themselves
Lisa Mehos incorporated Trauma to Triumphs, Inc. (DBA bKind) in 2018, epitomizing that every person deserves dignity, equality, justice, and equal opportunity, regardless of race, gender identity, or economic status. A graduate of Emma Willard School and Boston College, she taught Step Aerobics and earned an AFAA certification, while completing a B.S. degree in Business and Human Resource Management. She worked in that field and started a promotional products company, until her own children and life experiences inspired a commitment to the health and well-being of children, adults, and families in underserved communities.
For the past two decades, she has served NYC communities and schools; Lincoln Square Neighborhood Center; “New York Cares;” NYS Education Department; and Gilda's Club, providing training and programs in homes, schools, corporate offices, community centers, fitness centers, and shelters. She has been affiliated with “Inhale to Exhale,” “Womankind,” (formerly the NY Asian Women’s Center); Sanctuary for Families, Henry Street Settlement Center for Mental Health, AAFE, and NOW (National Organization for Women).
She is certified in Children’s Yoga, Family Yoga, Trauma-Sensitive Teaching Methodology, and Y12SR Yoga that nurtures healing from eating disorders, addictions, trauma, abuse, and PTSD. She works with all age groups from pre-school to adult, through private and group classes that develop positive energy, resilience, and strength. She has spearheaded community food drives and programs that unite communities, promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being, combat aggression and bullying, overcome trauma, and collaborate to confront obstacles.
Lisa Mehos has received commendations and awards for her 25 years of dedication to serving those in need. Among those are a Citation from the NYS Assembly, letters of reference, interviews about her work and what drives her to give back, and being honored by organizations such as New York Cares.
Wendy Henry and Rachel Kaplan are New York State licensed acupuncturists with over 20 years of experience. Their unwavering dedication to helping others heal is admirable and has far reaching impacts. As highly respected wellness experts, they have helped individuals overcome addiction, anxiety, pain from arthritis, insomnia, and other issues related to physical and mental wellbeing.
Acupuncture has long been a recognized supplemental or complementary medical practice used to treat a wide range of ailments including chronic pain and insomnia as well as mental health conditions like anxiety and depression.