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Spread Joy with The Simple Good Mask 

• 82/18 Nylon/spandex
• 2-ply stretch fabric for tighter fit
• Non-medical grade

Grab a TSG Bracelet and help spread positive vibes by passing one onto someone who has shown you an act of 'the simple good' in your life.

Each bracelet is made of lava stone beads (provides energies of strength & courage) and sandal wood beads (protects from negative energies) and has a beautifully engraved silver pendant. Each bracelet sold helps support TSG Youth Art Programming focused on mindfulness and social emotional learning.

Remind yourself of your meaning of 'the simple good' with this tote! 

This cotton canvas tote bag is both stylish and practical.

• All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective. 
• 6 oz, 100% cotton canvas
• 22” dual handles
• Dimensions: 14 ½” x 15 ½”

Limited Edition 16" x 20" Screen Print by renowned Chicago Artist, Sam Kirk

We are excited to share a project with you all that has been in the works for some time now! Introducing 'Dreaming' - a fine art Limited Edition screen print made in collaboration with local artist Sam Kirk for our 8th Annual City of Big Dreams Fundraiser! With only 50 prints made, this is a limited edition drop made specifically to support our mission in empowering our youth to become change makers and mindful leaders in the future.

"This piece is inspired by the role that dreaming plays in our journey of life. It begins within us. As youngsters we begin to imagine who we could be and how we will impact the world. Our dreams often begin with our roles in our own communities and can take us to a world beyond." - Sam Kirk

Only 15 Signed Prints Available

*Customers will be notified when the prints are ready for pick-up and/or delivery*

During Winter 2020, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic that still dictated our realities, there was no certainty on what life would continue to look like. It was during this time when Chicago non-profits, The Simple Good and BUILD Chicago, came together to reflect on the challenges of the past year and how we can work together to create light amidst the chaos. It did not take long for the youth to become the highlight of the discussion, being inspired by the resilience they always show. It was important for us to celebrate their continued strengths, leadership, and acts of simple good that they take part in everyday in order to show the world that these are acts that truly impact others.

 This compilation of comics was inspired by The Simple Good’s ‘Sheroes of COVID-19’ book, which shared stories about female sheroes from across the globe who stepped up their leadership to spread the simple good during the pandemic. We wanted to challenge our girls to also think of themselves as change agents in their worlds as Sheroes of Chicago- elevating their truths that they have discovered throughout the pandemic.

This book is written by BUILD Chicago’s BUILDing Girls 2 Women youth who will share how they are Sheroes in their Chicago communities, depicting the ways they have used their meaning of the simple good to change their world. Read their stories and join their movement in order to create a better world… together.

Proceeds of this book go to TSG and BUILD Chicago.

"Sheroes of COVID: The women leading in the crisis" is a global, crowdsourced collection of stories that recognizes the disproportionate exposure and impact of women during the COVID-19 pandemic. The book focuses on the positive stories happening around the world, recognizing heroines, unsung or often sung, who has led during the crisis. The story is part of a series of books to help children and families navigate the complexities of the crisis. Praise for Sheroes of COVID-19: “So important. So relatable. So human. Sheroes of COVID-19 is an inspiration to our families in a time when we need just that. This is a great learning opportunity for people as young as 4 and old as 104. It is a leadership book, a geography book, a hopeful book, and an understanding book.”— Geraldine Laybourne, first President of Nickelodeon and advocate for children and women“This special book shows how women are leading during the COVID-19 pandemic. No matter who you are or where you come from, you can make life better for your community. Just look around you, then take initiative to make things better. And keep reading and encourage others to do the same!” — Dr. Ronald F. Ferguson, Harvard University Professor, and Founder, The Basics“Everyone can be a leader because everyone can help in some way—even in a scary time like this. I am sure these amazing women leaders will inspire you because when women lead, positive changes happen.”— Melanne Verveer, Executive Director, Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security and Former U.S. Ambassador for Global Women’s Issues“Sheroes of COVID-19 is a wonderful resource to foster conversations between children and adults. These essential conversations will help the readers of this book recognize the power of ordinary women to do extraordinary things to mitigate human suffering during the most serious pandemic in a century.”— Dr. Fernando M. Reimers, Ford Foundation Professor of the Practice of International Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education

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What's better than gearing up for the winter than a fresh beanie that supports spreading positivity to youth?!

A comfortable, warm knit beanie.

• 60% cotton/40% acrylic

"My simple good work is about superheroes because we need a leader in Chicago. We need leaders in Chicago because there's too much violence. We need more peace. I communicate my simple good by painting peace and love to show everyone I care about everyone. I plan on using my simple good to change the world by being nicer and kinder because you can make other people feel good inside. This is important to me because we need heroes in Chicago to fight for peace. Make peace everyday in every way!"

Davi D., 5th Grade, Auburn Gresham, Chicago

A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.

• All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective. 
• 100% polyester case and insert
• Hidden zipper
• Machine-washable case
• Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)

“My simple goods are sunsets, winter and Harold's fried chicken. I love chicken because it is so good and delicious. I love Chicago because even though it is violent it has many other beautiful qualities.”

- Ajia, Auburn Gresham, Chicago

A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.

• All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective. 
• 100% polyester case and insert
• Hidden zipper
• Machine-washable case
• Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)

All orders made between 11/9-12/3 will be placed on 12/4 following the City of Big Dreams fundraising festival. All shipments will be 3-4 weeks after final orders confirmed.

"My simple good is to be caring and courageous. I feel this way because when someone actually cares for me it gets me really happy and it also gives me courage to do the right thing. I feel like this is very important because we all know that we have to care for each other and it’s really nice to do something good for others and see them smile. It is also harder for the other people because if there close to the person that is suffering it is hard for them to see that person cry or be sad. I think my work will impact the Little Village community because it will make people reflect and communicate with others. I think the Rwanda students will gain courage and also many happinesses from my artwork."

Jackelyn A., 7th Grade, Little Village, Chicago

A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.

• All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective.
• 100% polyester case and insert
• Hidden zipper
• Machine-washable case
• Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)

"My simple good that we are better together. This means that we as people can work together and accomplish more things together. My artwork expresses a social issue by showing people around the planet earth holding hands. We all should care about each other so that we could get more things done. My artwork can impact the Little Village community by showing people helping each other. We need to help clean up our community and get rid of all the gun violence. The Rwanda students will see that we are from the same planet so we are equal are we can take care of the planet together. Even through we are far away and of a different race we are we should care about one another and our world."

Ivan C., 7th Grade, Little Village, Chicago

A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.

• All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective. 
• 100% polyester case and insert
• Hidden zipper
• Machine-washable case
• Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)

Rep The Simple Good from across the world through this beautiful tote representing global unity under goodness. The bag has translations of 'the simple good' in Spanish, French, Croatian, Gujarati, Hindi, Swahili, Arabic, Acholi, Portuguese, Kinyarawandan, Japanese and English which are all different parts of the world that have been touched by TSG! Bring this bag everywhere you go and see how you'll quickly connect to the world :)

"My simple good is making the world better because there is too much fighting and hurt in the world, especially right now. My simple good came from connections to seeing others try to make life better. I depicted my simple good in my work by trying to portray the idea that art can create various emotions in different people. I plan on using my simple good in my community by showing people how art can change their mindset. This is important because art can really help people."

Akeylah A., 8th Grade, Bronzeville, Chicago

A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.

• All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective.
• 100% polyester case and insert
• Hidden zipper
• Machine-washable case
• Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)