Every Kind Act Counts
Looking for inspiration for your daily act of kindness? Discover hundreds of ways you can put a smile on someone's face today. Save your favorites for later, or share them with your social channels.
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Show Love To A Favorite Restaurant
Appreciating local businesses has never been easier. Shout out a local restaurant you love on Instagram or Facebook to help them gain business.
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Tip Hotel Hospitality
Show hotel hospitality workers you appreciate their hard work. Leave a cash tip when you check out.
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Create A Gratitude Journal
Writing down things you are grateful for is a kind act you can do for yourself that will give you a more positive outlook.
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Acknowledge Someone’s Growth
Working toward goals isn’t easy. Show someone that you notice their growth by acknowledging and complimenting the progress they’ve made.
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Thank Helpful People Around You
Show others you notice their kind acts and thank them for being helpful. Keep the circle of kindness going!
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Ask Someone About Their Weekend
Sometimes kindness is as simple as showing interest in someone’s life. Ask your coworkers about their weekend on a Monday morning.
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Shovel Someone’s Driveway
Shoveling snow is a pain, especially first thing in the morning. Next time there’s a snowstorm, shovel a neighbor’s driveway to help them have a better morning.
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Collect Personal Items For A Shelter
Shelters always need personal items like feminine hygiene products, deodorant, floss, toothpaste, etc. Next time you stock up, buy extra and donate them to your local shelter.
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Send Thank You Cards
Thank you cards might seem old fashioned, but it’s always nice to show your gratitude for a nice gift or favor.
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Clean Up Trash
Help make the places you live, work and play more beautiful by cleaning up litter, even if it’s not yours.
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Donate Clothes
Many of us have a pile of clothes we don’t wear anymore sitting around. Take it to a donation center and give your garments a second life.
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Clean Up A Park Or Community Area
Make the place you live more beautiful and help clean up trash from a park or common space.
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Donate To An Assisted Living Center
Give the gift of fun and donate puzzles, movies, games or books to an assisted living center.
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Donate Time To A Charity
Donating your time is one of the best things you can do for local nonprofits. Take a few hours to help at an organization that matters to you.
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Make Monthly Donations
If you’re in a place where it’s possible, set up a recurring monthly donation to a nonprofit that matters to you.
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Plant Flowers For Someone
Flowers can cheer anyone up, especially if they’re sick or struggling. Plant flowers for someone who can’t and see them light up.
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Pet/House/Plant Sitting
Give a friend or family member peace of mind and offer to look after their place and/or pet(s) when they’re out of town.
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Do A Chore For Someone
Do a chore, like taking out the garbage or emptying the dishwasher, for your partner or a family member so they don’t have to worry about it.
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Give An Unexpected Hug
Sometimes simpler is better. Give someone you care about a random hug to show you care.
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Buy From Local Businesses
Whether you’re buying a gift or just grocery shopping, support small businesses and purchase from a local boutique or farmers market when you can.