TxSSC
Mini-Grant Kits
To assist middle and high school student groups in their school safety initiatives, the Youth School Safety Program provides mini-grant kits completely free! These “projects-in-a-box” include youth-friendly materials and activities that were designed by youth for youth.
To request a kit, a student group must submit an application for a project that will be youth-led with at least one adult partner. Kits must be used during the school year and project reflections must be reported by June 14 each year.
*To request a Mini-Grant Kit you must be a registered KEYS Group. If you are not already a member, click here to join!
Teen Mental Health
Life as a teen can be stressful. Sometimes, we need to be reminded that things will get better. If you are looking for materials and activities to remind your friends and peers “they got this,” these kits can help!
Campus Safety
These kits help empower students to take ownership of safety issues in a practical and visible way. From conducting audits to creating awareness campaigns, students can use these kits for safety-focused initiatives.
Violence Prevention
Inspire your peers to help create a compassionate campus! These kits provide materials, activities, and campaign templates to help your student group build a culture of respect.
Mattering
One of the most important things young people can do is to help every student feel like they matter. These kits can help your student group promote a sense of belonging and value across your campus.
Alcohol & Drug Prevention
Living an alcohol and drug-free life is actually a lot of fun! If you are looking for something to help educate your peers on the harmful effects of alcohol, vaping, marijuana, and other drugs in a relatable way,these kits will work!
Digital
Digital Kits are downloadable projects with everything a student group needs to implement school safety projects at their school.
2026 - 2027 Mini-Grant Kits
KEYS New Member Kit
Ready to join the KEYS movement? Well, look no further! The KEYS New Member Kit includes everything you need to launch your own KEYS group and start advocating for a safer, healthier school! The kit includes wristbands, stickers, temporary tattoos, and infographics to help educate your peers on school safety topics. The customizable recruiting posters and tabletop banner can help spread the word about your club.
This kit is only available for new members.
2026 Red Ribbon Week Kit
The 2026 Red Ribbon Week Kit gives KEYS Groups ready-to-use resources and activities to engage students in substance use prevention during Red Ribbon Week. Designed for youth-led efforts, the kit makes it easy for students to share positive messages, encourage healthy choices, and get their peers involved.
Kindness Kit
The Kindness Kit gives KEYS Groups resources to help students promote kindness, build positive connections, and encourage a supportive school environment. Use the kit to spark conversations, inspire positive actions, and lead student-centered activities that make a difference on your campus.
Stronger Minds, Brighter Days Kit
The Stronger Minds, Brighter Days Kit is filled with educational items to help your group lead meaningful conversations about teen mental health. The kit features items like keychains and stress balls to help promote selfcare, while the downloadable activities and The 100 Day Playbook encourage mindfulness and peer-support. With this kit, you and your youth group can become mental health advocates in your school and community, ensuring stronger minds and brighter days for everyone!
Report Your Kit Project
Has your project ended? Tell us how it went! When reporting your project, you will need to provide the following information:
- Project reflections including achievements, challenges, and lessons learned
- Feedback from students and staff about your project
- Feedback about the kit to help us continue developing youth-friendly resources
- Estimated number of youth and adults your project reached
- Any photos from the project