March for Kindness is MRP’s campaign to encourage kindness toward others and to recognize good deeds in the Lincoln community.
March Kindness Award
Every March Mystic Rhoads Productions recognizes a group or individual who has shown exceptional kindness toward the Lincoln community. A $500 charitable contribution is given to the organization or to a charity of the individual’s choice.
Do you know a principal who goes above and beyond for their students or a young person who helps an elderly neighbor? An organization that promotes cross-cultural understanding or provides meals to people in need? Help us recognize and spread these acts of kindness in the Lincoln community. Our goal is to encourage others to be kind to their neighbors. No reason needed, but just because it is the right thing to do.
Nominations for March Kindness are accepted from the general public January 15-February 20 each year. Individuals who have resided in the Lincoln community for at least the past 6 months are eligible. Eligible organizations must have a charitable community focus and serve the Lincoln community. Nominations can be for a one-time project, but demonstrations of long-term kindness are preferred.
MRP’s vision is empowered communities supporting great deeds. The March Kindness program helps us see this vision right here in Lincoln.
2024 Recipient | VFW Post 3606
2025 Recipient | Coming Soon.
Hulda Roper Citizenship Award
Hulda Roper is the namesake of Roper Elementary School. She was a significant figure in the history of our City, known for her strong dedication to serving the community and improving the lives of children. Ms. Roper broke ground as one of the city’s early female police officers, where she focused on helping families and advocating for young people. Hulda was instrumental in establishing key resources for vulnerable youth, including helping to found the CEDARS Home for Children and playing a role in creating the juvenile court system. Her important contributions and lasting commitment to the youth of Lincoln are honored through the Hulda Roper Citizenship Award.
The Hulda Roper Citizenship Award is given annually to a Roper Elementary School student who shows a commitment to kindness and good deeds in the Lincoln Community. Students are recognized with a plaque and have a tree planted in their honor on school grounds. The student is chosen by school staff.
Award Winners:
2021 Recipient | Sofia James, 3rd grade (tree name: Bert)
2022 Recipient | Hope Hansen, 5th grade (tree name: Hope)
2023 Recipient | Victor Patterson Jr., 5th grade (tree name: King)
2024 Recipient | Avalyn Rhoads, 4th grade (tree name: TBD)
2025 Recipient | Aryelle Jones, 4th grade (tree name: TBD)
MRP’s March Madness Challenge
The baldorf March Madness Tournament Challenge is an annual event to show appreciation to the MRP community and to raise awareness about our March for Kindness program.