What we have accomplished
3,320 books donated
84 “Bears, Blankets, and Books” given to children at risk
3 computer lap top computers delivered
562 teachers trained who lack training access
Autism Care
Social-emotional development
Classroom Safety
Child Development
etc.
We look forward to accomplishing in 2025
1000 books donated
200 “Bears, Blankets, and Books” given to children in the current US states who struggle with fires, and other traumatic events.
20 more computer lap top computers or tablets delivered
500 more teachers trained who lack training access
Create partnership with construction company:
to provide an internship for at risk youth
to provide new construction for renewable school building
to provide individualized safety school/educational buildings such as bullet proof glass, safe rooms for tornado hiding, etc.
Sustainability, safety, and social-emotional health are deeply interconnected, especially in settings like education, community development, and early childhood environments:
Sustainability involves creating systems—environmental, social, and economic—that support long-term well-being. A sustainable environment is safe, healthy, and nurturing for future generations.
Safety—both physical and emotional—is a foundation for well-being. Sustainable practices often prioritize safe environments (e.g., toxin-free materials, secure spaces) that support physical health and reduce risk.
Social-emotional health thrives in safe, predictable, and supportive environments. When sustainability is prioritized, children and adults are more likely to experience consistency, community support, and reduced stress—all of which bolster emotional well-being.
Example: In a sustainable school setting, using natural light, green spaces, and non-toxic materials not only protects physical health (safety) but also reduces anxiety and supports focus and emotional regulation (social-emotional health).
Example: An Early Childhood Classroom Garden Project
- Sustainability: The class plants a vegetable and flower garden using recycled containers, compost from food scraps, and rainwater collection. Children learn about conserving resources, local ecosystems, and their responsibility to care for the environment.
- Safety: The garden area is designed with child-safe tools, nontoxic plants, soft ground cover, and clear boundaries. Children are taught safe behaviors (like using tools properly and washing hands after gardening).
- Social-Emotional Health: Working in the garden gives children a sense of purpose, patience, and accomplishment. They collaborate with peers, experience calm and focus from interacting with nature, and develop empathy by nurturing living things.
This single project promotes long-term well-being (sustainability), protects children physically and emotionally (safety), and nurtures their ability to manage feelings, build relationships, and develop self-confidence (social-emotional health).
We believe that education can change lives. Educators, families, and community members all are benefited through education.
FULL INCORPORATION As a foundation named: Reynolds’ Provisions NFP Inc. on June 08, 2023, and American Federal Not-For-Profit status December 18, 2023
Reynolds’ Provisions Beginning
•Dr Rebecca began using the name “Reynolds’ Provisions” in 2010 when providing specific items to homeless shelters, schools in low-income areas, and other social services that provide for the education towards environmental independence. Items provided include but are not limited to:
•Books, technology, weather specific needs, hand-sewn face masks, hand-sewn toddler blankets & Holiday wish lists for programs dedicated to education towards independence.
•International support began in 2016, during a trip by Dr Rebecca to Vietnam and Malaysia – now giving support to the efforts of governments to provide services to families with children who struggle with special needs through video & webinar services.
•In 2017 - Assistance to Puerto Rico immediately following massive hurricanes providing books and stuffed animals to children suffering from PTSD
•International support was furthered in 2019 to Liberia, providing books & supplies to schools recovering and building new after years of war.
Board Meeting July 2024
Topics discussed:
Current financial statement
Working on Illinois state sales tax exemption
Upcoming Fundraisers
Schools we have supported
Schools we will support
Pictured Left to right:
Emanuel Reynolds, Helga Hambrock, Richard Richter, Rebecca Reynolds
Programs increased from 5% to 39% growing by 34%
