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Run Errands in Clusters
Instead of running errands as they come to mind, save time and reduce fuel costs by doing them in a group
When You Write on a Piece of Paper, Use All of It
If you only write on half, rip it up and save it for later
Send an Encouraging Email
A sweet and simple way to boost someone’s spirits is by sending good vibes to someone’s inbox.
Have A Kindness Coloring Contest
Ask your students to draw examples of random acts of kindness or illustrate what kindness means to them
Text Someone Good Morning or Good Night
Kick-start someone’s day and/or make sure it ends on the right note.
Ride Your Bike or Walk
Multi-task like a champion: get some exercise on your errands run or daily commute.
Foster A Pet Up For Adoption
If you’re not prepared to make the leap of adopting a pet, give fostering a try! There are so many animals waiting to be placed, and your kindness can help a lot with their transition.
Use a Travel Mug for Your Morning Coffee
Not only does it keep your coffee / tea hot for longer, you can save some money while you’re saving the planet.
Help Out in the Kitchen
Whether it’s meal prep, setting the table or doing the dishes, there are a bunch of different ways you can help in the kitchen.
Gift an Inspirational Book
Have you ever read a book that changed the way you see the world? Give someone you care about the inspiration to see things differently.
Have a Vegetarian Day
Don’t feel the need to give up meat for life, but do your part by having one meat-free day a week
Use Energy Efficient Light Bulbs
If every house in the USA did this, it would be the equivalent of removing one million cars from the road
Adjust the Thermostat in Your Home
Changing the temperature by just one degree can save you 10% on your energy use in a year
Map Out Your Family Tree
Be creative with it! Bring your relatives closer and help them understand a lineage to be proud of
Start a Community Garden
Learn more about your neighbors and having a green thumb by sharing vegetables, herbs and the beauty of a garden with those around you!
Keep Your Fireplace Damper Closed
Having the damper open is like having a huge window open at all times
Share Your Study Guide
Make studying more enjoyable for a friend or acquaintance or start a study group
Visit Your Local Zoo or Aquarium
Not only is it fun and educational, but a great way to support animal conservation in our communities.
Bring Reusable Bags to the Grocery Store
Somewhere between 500 billion and 1 trillion plastic bags are used each year.
Start an Exercise Routine
Taking care of your body is the most important thing you can do for yourself
Plant a Vegetable and Herb Garden
It’s all about sustainability! Plus, green thumbs lead to good health
Start Learning A New Skill
No better time than the present: learn something new that you’ve been wanting to try but haven’t.
Write a Positive Comment on a Website or Blog
Read an awesome article or blog post? Send a little love to the author.
Compliment Drivers on How Well They Parked
See a car that’s parked inside the lines? Show the driver some love.
Run / Walk A 5K For A Cause
It’s such a great feeling to combine doing something good for yourself and others - help out a charity in need through exercise.
Buy / Borrow Second-Hand
Hand-me-downs are the way to go! This will save you some money and reduce the packaging materials used to sell something
Leave Quarters at the Laundromat
Doing laundry can be expensive. Surprise someone and leave extra quarters next to a washer and dryer.
Leave Uncarved Pumpkins on a Family’s Doorstep
You could also include kid-friendly tools for safe carving.
Offset Your Carbon Footprint Whenever You Book a Flight
Flying on a plane isn’t too eco-friendly. Sometimes it’s unavoidable, so in those cases, make it up to the environment!
Write a Handwritten Letter
When was the last time you received a handwritten note? Let’s change that.
Compliment a Parent on How Well-Behaved Their Child Is
Parenthood can be overwhelming, and sometimes the kind words of a stranger is all it takes to turn a mother or father’s day around.
Donate Used Towels or Blankets to a Shelter
Animal shelters are always in need of supplies. Help out by clearing out storage boxes filled with old towels and blankets.
Find Out Something New About a Coworker
When you see someone almost every day, it can be easy to get caught in the motions of familiar conversation. Make an effort to learn something new about a coworker.
Paint Positive Messages on Pumpkins
What better way to combine the spirit of Halloween and kindness than the power of positivity?
Choose Matches Over a Lighter
Because most lighters are disposable, 1.5 billion of them end up in landfills every year
Fill a Birdhouse with Seed for Your Yard
Not only will you bring more types of birds to your yard, but you’ll help the environment in the process.
Adopt, Don't Shop
If you are considering bringing a new pet into your home, there are countless animals waiting for a family to love them.
Reply To A Post You Enjoy
We all get in the habit of breezing past content on social media, though it’s actually worth the effort of making the Internet a positive and constructive place.
Send A Postcard
Getting a heartfelt note will surely make someone’s day - who doesn’t love snail mail?
Regularly Maintain Your Vehicle
If your vehicle’s engine is running correctly, with clean filters and inflated tires, it will be more fuel-efficient.
Unplug Outlets When You Go To Sleep Or Leave The House
Do you ever consider how much energy you are using when you aren’t even home? Reduce your carbon footprint by saving energy when you can!
Conserve Energy
Be kind to our planet by being conscious about the amount of energy you are consuming.
Bring Someone A Souvenir
Bringing someone a souvenir could be one of the most thoughtful kindness ideas!
Leave A Surprise In A Library Book
Kindness sneak attack! Here’s a great RAK if you’re shy or looking to surprise someone with your same taste in literature.
Respect Wildlife
When you are out in nature, you are imposing on the natural habitat of many species. Be sure to be respectful of all the wild animals you see by observing at a distance, not feeding them, and leaving no trace.
Join An Online Forum
If it’s a topic you genuinely enjoy or are passionate about, share your knowledge: start discussions and answer questions for others.
Give Away Your Parking Spot!
Giving up a closer parking stop to someone else can truly make someone's day!
Endorse a Skill or Leave a Positive Recommendation on LinkedIn
When it comes to job searching nowadays, every little bit helps. Assist a friend with the hunt by leaving your mark.
Hold A Teddy Bear Drive
Then donate the bears to hospitals, police stations or fire departments for children in need
Ask a Senior About Their Past
Senior citizens have a lifetime of experiences to reflect on. Listen & learn.
Pick Up Trash Around Town
Garbage isn’t meant for the streets, do your part for your city and community by picking up pieces of trash every now and again.
Leave a surprise in your mailbox for your mail carrier
It could be anything from treats to an approved gift certificate to a simple note that says, “thank you!”