We believe that we are all connected by six degrees or less.

We connect people to resources, share stories, and amplify causes to make the greatest possible impact in communities.

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  • SixDegrees.Org is a 501c3 that has been harnessing good since 2007. It was founded by Golden Globe Winning Actor, Musician, and Philanthropist, Kevin Bacon on the principle that everyone is in need of connection.

    SixDegrees supports impactful initiatives to sustain and enrich local communities. Our work centers on youth empowerment, justice and equality, and improving a sustainable living environment. We listen to and prioritize the lived experiences of communities that are commonly underserved and under-resourced.

  • SixDegrees is dedicated to creating dialogue, raising awareness, understanding, and empathy around causes that our communities care most about. SixDegrees One Degree Less Programs include Building Kits - resource bags for neighbors in need, causEvolve- production services for social impact storytelling, and DegreeShift - convener campaign activations.

    We develop partnerships and solutions by working collaboratively with local leaders, residents, and celebrities.

    Our core focus areas are Youth Empowerment, Equality and Justice, Sustainability, and Emergent Issues important to our communities.

  • At SixDegrees, we believe that everyone has the power to invoke change. We believe that all people regardless of a person’s gender, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or economic standing, deserve to be seen and heard. We leverage our unique resources to create the greatest positive impact and invite you to join us in making the world more kind and connected!

Our Focus

  • Logo of youth empowerment featuring a large blue number six with a clenched fist silhouette inside, set against a background of many graduation caps.

    We work within neighborhoods to create safe spaces in which young people can gather in their own communities, without barriers.

  • Logo for sustainable environments with a green leaf and number six, against a blurred background of a tree and a sign that says 'Planet Earth First'.

    We strengthen the work of nonprofits committed to conservation, healthy lifestyles, renewable resources, ethical consumerism, and responsible stewardship.

  • Graphic with a yellow chalkboard eraser icon, the equal sign, and the words "justice & equality". In the background, blurred sign stating "Demand Justice for ..." and a person's hand holding a peace sign.

    We connect communities and strive to transform equality into equity.

  • Blurred smartphone screen displaying a news article with the Emergent Issues logo overlayed, featuring a stylized red brain with a globe inside and the text 'emergent issues'.

    We are committed to confronting future crises as they arise.

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