Sponsor Calming Corners
Sponsor a Calming Corner Initiative
Empowering Schools. Supporting Students. Inspiring Calm.
The Calming Corner Initiative, part of Blossoms of Hope’s Seeds of Hope program, brings mental wellness and emotional regulation tools directly into classrooms across our community. These safe, restorative spaces—often called Calming Corners, Zen Dens, or Peace Pods—help students reset, refocus, and thrive.
About the Program
We began this initiative at Stevens Forest Elementary School, providing funding for a Calming Corner in every classroom. Students quickly benefited by having a place to self-regulate without missing valuable class time or disrupting the learning environment.
Building on that success, we implemented Zen Dens at Laurel Woods Elementary School, tailored by teachers to fit the needs of their students and school culture. Both students and staff have seen the positive impact of these spaces on behavior, focus, and overall wellbeing.
Our goal is to expand the program to every elementary school in Howard County, starting with Title I and Community Schools.
Stevens Forest Elementary School's Assistant Principal, Casey Shurman, discussing the benefits of Calming Corners in each of the classrooms.
How It Works
Your sponsorship directly funds grants that schools can apply for through Blossoms of Hope.
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Schools submit grant applications for the creation or enhancement of Calming Corners or similar spaces.
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Proceeds go directly to schools selected through the grant process.
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Each sponsored space is personalized to meet the unique needs of students and educators.
Laurel Woods Elementary School's Community School Site Coordinator, Alesia Richter, showing a Zen Den in one of the classrooms.
Sponsor a School
You can make a lasting impact in our community by sponsoring a school’s Calming Corners or Zen Dens. Your support helps schools provide safe, supportive spaces that promote emotional regulation, mindfulness, and overall student wellbeing.
Why Sponsor?
Your sponsorship provides:
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Essential materials like sensory tools, seating, lighting, and décor.
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Training resources for teachers and staff on trauma-informed care.
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A lasting impact on student wellbeing and school culture.
Student sharing how the Calming Corners in his classrooms help him.
Recognition Opportunities
Sponsors will be acknowledged in multiple ways:
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Featured on Blossoms of Hope and Seeds of Hope websites and social media
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Recognized in school communications and materials
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Option for inclusion on signage within funded Calming Corner spaces
Join Us
Your support helps create spaces of calm, hope, and healing for students who need it most. Together, we can foster resilience—one corner at a time.
Sponsorship Levels
Sponsor a Grade – $500
Provide one grade level with a complete Calming Corner or Zen Den setup, including sensory tools, comfort items, and décor that encourages relaxation and focus.
Recognition on our website and social media.
Roots & Renewal Sponsor – $1,000
Help replenish existing Calming Corners or Zen Dens to provide support for those already established.
Recognition on our website and social media.
Sponsor a School – $2,500
Fund Calming Corners or Zen Dens for an entire school’s classrooms, helping hundreds of students access tools for emotional regulation and mindfulness.
Recognition on school banner/poster, website, and social media.
Community Champion – $5,000+
Support multiple schools or expand wellness programming countywide.
Recognition on banners in all participating schools, on the Blossoms of Hope website, and featured posts on social media.
How to Become a Sponsor
Be part of this growing movement for mindfulness and wellbeing in education.
Click the button below or email us at info@blossomsofhope.org for more information or to sponsor a school.
Your support helps plant seeds of hope — and grow calmer, happier classrooms across Howard County.
Calming Corner Sponsors
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