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The American Empathy Project
On Saturday, May 2, 2026 the American Humanist Association sponsored service projects across the country for a national day of compassion and community care.
We gave $100,000 in grants to changemakers who organized events, drives and awareness campaigns to put empathy into action.
Our Impact:
- $100,000 in grants distributed
- 101 grantees funded out of 648 grant applicants
- 20,000+ people positively impacted
- 3,400+ attendees at AEP events
- 1,800+ organizers and volunteers mobilized
- Projects in 37 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
- 18 first-time organizers
- Over 70% of grantees are more likely to organize a future service project
*Numbers are based on grantee reporting and do not include independent AEP projects that took place without grants.
"Advocacy does not always have to look like testimony, policy work, or opposition. Sometimes it looks like crayons, pizza, handwritten notes, coloring, and families leaving with the message that they are not alone."
Florida
While the American Empathy Project has concluded for 2026, we encourage Humanists across the country to continue to put empathy into action and find community through service.
Check out our project guides for inspiration for DIY service projects!
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