Heartwood Institute, a non-profit educational organization based in Pittsburgh, is committed to promoting the understanding and practice of seven universal ethical attributes that are the foundation of community among all people: Courage, Loyalty, Justice, Respect, Hope, Honesty, and Love. By addressing these attributes in tangible ways, Heartwood’s comprehensive programs boost achievement while building character, and can help reduce bullying and disciplinary referrals in a school setting. In addition, the programs meet academic standards for language arts and social studies, making them ideal additions to both elementary and middle school curricula.