Become a hero. Join CAPE. Change the narrative, Create impact.
CAPE (Character and Pediatric Education) empowers youth to rewrite the future—one story at a time. Through storytelling, creativity, and service, we’re reimagining what children’s books can teach—and how students can lead.
Cape Club Organization
What is CAPE?
CAPE is a student-led nonprofit initiative that creates, publishes, and donates inclusive children’s books.
We challenge outdated messages in traditional stories—replacing them with narratives that celebrate empathy, diversity, and self-worth.
Our books help children explore identity, emotions, and resilience in a way that affirms who they are, not who they should become.
Through storytelling, CAPE supports emotional wellness, literacy, and representation—while giving students passionate about pediatrics, literature, and multimedia a platform to lead, showcase their work and create impact.
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OUR MISSION
At Cape Club, we aim to redefine children's literature by challenging harmful stereotypes. Our mission revolves around educating and inspiring youth through reading, writing, and creative expression. By giving young thinkers a voice and a platform, we strive to create authentic narratives that resonate with all children, fostering empathy and understanding in our communities while empowering students to become storytellers, changemakers, and champions of empathy.
Why Join CAPE?
Make a Real Impact
Your stories won’t just stay on a screen. With our help, they’ll be published, donated, and read by real children in schools, libraries, and hospitals—shaping how they see themselves and others.
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Explore Your Creativity
Whether you're a writer, illustrator, or both, CAPE gives you a platform to bring your original ideas to life. We’ll guide you through the creative process and even help with publishing and promotion.
Volunteer With Purpose
From live read-aloud events to designing custom bookmarks and hosting donation drives, every project you join is designed to uplift young readers—and it all counts for service hours.
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Join a Passionate Community
You’ll connect with other students who care about storytelling, inclusion, and pediatric well-being. Collaborate on projects, make new friends, and grow as a changemaker.
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Get Recognized
Students involved in CAPE can submit their work for competitions like the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, earn leadership roles, and build creative portfolios for college and beyond.
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Want to create change and leave a legacy through storytelling?
Join CAPE today.
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Join Our Team!
Are you passionate about storytelling, creativity, pediatrics, or community service? CAPE is building a team of changemakers ready to lead projects, create inclusive children’s books, and bring meaningful impact to schools, hospitals, and libraries.Whether you’re a budding artist, a natural leader, or someone who simply cares deeply about making a difference; there’s a place for you on our executive team.
Why Join?
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Lead real projects that serve kids and communities
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Build your portfolio, college application and boost your resume
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Get hands-on experience in publishing, outreach, and nonprofit management
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Collaborate with a passionate, supportive team
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Opportunity to get involved in your community directly
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Earn verified service hours and gain leadership credentials
Open Executive Roles
We're currently accepting applications for the following positions:
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Treasurer / CFO – Manage funds, donations, and budgets
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Creative Director / Book Production Lead – Lead book development and design
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Outreach & Donation Director – Build partnerships with schools and hospitals
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Fundraising & Sponsorship Director – Plan fundraising events and seek sponsors
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Social Media & Marketing Manager – Promote CAPE’s mission and projects online
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Secretary / Operations Assistant – Keep us organized and on track
Fill out our executive team interest form and tell us why you’d be a great
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We’ll follow up with interview info if selected.
Our Vision and Approach
Unlike classic stories that reward transformation (like The Ugly Duckling or Dumbo), CAPE stories show that kids are already enough.
We write about invisible struggles, identity, and self-love—offering more than just “difference-based” inclusion.
Each book aims to reshape how children see themselves and others from the very start.
Creative Initiatives
Making a Difference
Our projects focus on empowering youth by elevating their voices through creative writing and artistic expression. We aim to provide them with the tools necessary to produce books that can be shared with children worldwide.
Books
Read and Impact
We publish children's books that empower, educate, and inspire. Our titles confront important topics, making them essential reading for young minds eager for representation and understanding.
Workshops
Engaging Experiences
Through creative writing workshops, we offer guidance and mentorship to young authors. We create a safe space for storytelling, encouraging imagination and creativity to flourish.
Outreach
Spreading Awareness
We partner with schools and pediatric hospitals to distribute our books, enriching the lives of children. By expanding access to positive narratives, we foster a sense of belonging and hope.
Mentorship
Cultivating Growth
Our mentorship program connects aspiring writers with industry professionals. Participants receive invaluable advice and insights, facilitating their development in the literary field.
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Highlights
Why Choose Cape Club
At Cape Club, we are committed to fostering a love for reading and writing in children. Our goal is to create impactful literature that reflects diverse voices and experiences.
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Supporting Young Authors
We believe in the power of youth voices. By providing resources and opportunities, we empower the next generation of storytellers to share their unique perspectives with the world.
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Engagement in Community
Engaging the community is vital to our mission. We actively seek collaboration and feedback from local youth, ensuring our initiatives resonate with their needs and aspirations.
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