Empowering communities through the psychological science of actively caring.

Welcome to Actively Caring for People (AC4P™), where we harness the transformative power of actively caring to make a difference in communities worldwide.

Our Mission:

At AC4P™, we believe in every individual's potential to positively impact their community. We empower individuals and communities through science-based principles and evidence-based strategies to foster a culture of kindness, empathy, and support

Utilizing 50+ Years of Virginia Tech Research to Actively Support Communities and Corporations:

We proudly leverage over 50 years of groundbreaking research from Virginia Tech to support communities and corporations worldwide actively. Led by esteemed professor Dr. Scott Geller, our programs are rooted in decades of empirical evidence and practical insights.

Using innovative approaches rooted in the science of actively caring, we address behavioral dynamics in various settings, from schools and workplaces to neighborhoods and beyond.

Our Programs

Community and Corporate Training

  • Building a Positive Workplace Culture: Imagine a workforce that embraces the power of interpersonal kindness and civility. Learn how our AC4P™ training can:

    • Build a successful leadership team with the power of behavioral science.

    • Develop organizational tolerance and respect.

    • Improve employee retention, organizational performance, and profit margins.

  • AC4P™ Leadership Training: An 8-hour course providing organizational leadership with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to develop and sustain thriving organizations using AC4P™ strategies.

  • AC4P™ Employee Training: A 4-hour course introducing employees to the roles and responsibilities of supporting an AC4P™ organization.

School Training - Become an AC4P™ School

Transforming Education Through Actively Caring and Compassion. Imagine stepping into a school where every hallway and classroom resonates with interpersonal encouragement and understanding. Our AC4P™ School program builds:

  • A culture of interpersonal empathy and compassion.

  • Proactive engagement in actively caring behaviors.

  • Empowerment, responsibility, tolerance, empathy, and inclusiveness.

Actively Caring for People Policing (Internal)

To address the crisis in American law enforcement, we must acknowledge the heightened threats to officer safety and the pressing need for increased accountability. Rising stress levels among officers and their families are evident, impacting agencies nationwide.

Implementing strategies like actively caring for policing can enhance recruitment, retention, and overall officer performance, fostering a positive culture and promoting psychological safety and wellness among staff.

Actively Caring for People Policing (External)

AC4P™ Policing (External) promotes a culture of compassion within law enforcement, emphasizing proactive crime prevention and community well-being. Unlike traditional reactive approaches, AC4P™ Policing fosters interdependence among residents.

As a program of the National Center for the Prevention of Community Violence (NCPCV), it has a proven track record of success.

Actively Caring Lifestyle

AC4P™ shows how to live an actively caring lifestyle and join a movement through science, practical examples, and personal experiences.

Our See, Thank, Enter and Pass (STEP) process encourages individuals to recognize and reward AC4P™ behavior by passing on wristbands. Recipients are encouraged to document and share these exchanges on our website, fostering positive recognition worldwide.

Meet Dr. Scott Geller

Dr. Scott Geller, is an esteemed professor at Virginia Tech with over 50 years of experience. He has authored numerous books and articles on behavior change interventions to improve human welfare and safety. Dr. Geller is recognized for his contributions to psychology and founded the Actively Caring for People movement, which promotes these principles globally.

Join us in our mission to actively care for people. Your donation, no matter the size, makes a difference. Let's build a world where actively caring is the norm and everyone feels valued and supported.

Your Support Matters

Actively Caring for People Foundation Board of Directors

  • Dr. Scott Geller

    FOUNDER

  • Dr. Krista Geller

    CO-CHAIR OF EXECUTIVE BOARD

  • Dr. Carol Geller

    CO-CHAIR OF EXECUTIVE BOARD

  • Bobby Kipper

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

  • Dr. Karly Geller

    DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM EVALUATIONS

  • Terri Reynolds

    CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

  • David Hanckock

    FOUNDER & CEO, MORGAN JAMES PUBLISHING

  • Vinton Myers

    CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

  • Kelly Wright

    NATIONAL SPOKESPERSON

Actively Caring for People Foundation Board of Members

  • Anne Petera

    FORMER ASSISTANT SECRETARY, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

  • Barbara Hamm Lee

    EXECUTIVE PRODUCER & HOST OF ANOTHER VIEW

  • Chief Brett C. Railey

    CHIEF BRETT C. RAILEY, RET.

  • Courtney Gardner

    DIRECTOR PEARL FINCHER MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS

  • Dr. Frank Straub

    DIRECTOR, VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND RESEARCH SAFE AND SOUND SCHOOLS, MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY

  • Dr. John Hodge

    PRESIDENT, URBAN LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP CENTER (ULLC)

  • Dr. Michael Thompson

    CHIEF OF POLICE, ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

  • Iva Rody

    CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, NATIONAL CENTER FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME

  • Jannel Rapp Singer/Songwriter/Advocate

    Jannel Rapp

    SINGER, SONGWRITER & ADVOCATE

  • Jerald Monahan

    DIRECTOR, JUSTICE INSTITUTE YAVAPAI COLLEGE

  • Karen Barefoot

    HALL OF FAME COACH, AUTHOR, NATIONAL SPEAKER

  • McKinley Price, DDS

    FORMER MAYOR OF NEWPORT NEWS, VA

  • Meredith Dunlap-Sterrett

    NORTHERN ARIZONA REGIONAL MANAGER, NATIONAL BANK OF ARIZONA

  • Patricia Mckenzie

    AWARD-WINNING ACTRESS, PRODUCER, SINGER

  • Siobhan McTighe

    SERGEANT, WINDSOR POLICE DEPARTMENT

  • Tony Brothers

    VETERAN OFFICIAL FOR THE NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION (NBA)