This year, your Elf on the Shelf isn't just bringing holiday magic—they're here to spread kindness and inspire your family to do the same.
Every November 13th, the world joins together to celebrate World Kindness Day—a global reminder of how small acts of kindness can create a ripple effect that strengthens our connections to one another.
This week, from May 6th to May 12th, we celebrate National Nurses Appreciation Week, an annual event dedicated to recognizing the contributions of nurses across the globe. It's an opportunity to acknowledge...
It's that time of year again! Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is next week, and we at The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation are thrilled to invite you to join us in...
#RAKWeek is February 11-17, 2024!
Get ready to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week (RAK Week), happening from February 11 to 17, 2024! This special week provides us with an opportunity not only to acknowledge but also...
This time of year we often focus on our gratitude for family and friends. However, financial constraints can make it stressful to show our gratitude. This challenge pushes your perspective beyond the...
This time of year can highlight the food scarcity for many in our communities. During this time of giving back, a canned food drive is a simple way to help others that...
This time of year can become quite isolating as the seasons change. Many people struggle with shorter and colder days as we transition into Autumn. However, a good book can change everything!
Going back to school can be both exciting and challenging for kids. Kindness and support from educators can help set the tone for a strong school year. In addition to our Kindness...
In today's fast-paced and competitive work environments, we often prioritize productivity, efficiency, and profit margins above all else. However, amidst the hustle and bustle of corporate life, we may overlook a powerful...
Summer is here, and what better time to brighten someone's day with an act of kindness?
If you follow our calendar you know that June is the month we focus on inclusiveness. As the warm sun envelops us and the days grow longer, we are entering...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and although it has been observed in the United States since 1949, it often doesn’t receive the attention it deserves.
Kindness isn’t just an act that we extend to other fellow humans on this planet, but a behavior we can extend toward mother nature, as well. This Earth Day, tune in to...
As part of World Storytelling Day, we’d like to share a personal story of Brooke Jones, our Vice President here at the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation.
Have you ever had your entire day improve because of something someone did for you or to you? Something simple. Something small. Something random, but maybe not at all.
Chocolate is delicious! You don’t have to convince us. But, did you know there are other ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day? …you can include chocolate with any of these. We actually encourage...
Random Acts of Kindness week is less than a week away. Here are 7 fun and unique ways for students and teachers to spread kindness in their schools and communities.
Have you ever had one of those days when the whole world seems upside down and off-kilter?
Long gone are the days when individuals were expected to separate their personal and professional lives upon arriving at the office. As humans we know it’s not possible nor is it a...
Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17th!
Did you know there are scientific benefits of being kind? It’s true. There is a TON of research that proves that kindness matters
Have you ever taken one of those personality assessments? Or a values assessment?
After recently celebrating my seven year anniversary at The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation, I reflected back on my initial interview for the job. I remember being asked, “How do you think...
By now, most of you are well aware of our super-fantastic FREE educator resources so we won’t rehash all of them. But, we do have something new and exciting to share with...
As we roll out the beginning of this school year, we wanted to remind you how important it is to take care of yourself.
Take a deep breath. Open your eyes. Look up. Smile. Everything is going to be alright.
There’s no sugar coating how challenging this year has been. I have been working hard on something we’ve been talking a lot about at The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation – “exploring...
Developing more kindness is rewarding for couples. And not only will they make an impact on their community, but they may also become more compassionate with each other.
It’s been a couple of months since the world paused and everything changed. All of us are adjusting because we still don’t know what ‘normal’ looks like and probably won’t for some...
Starting a new job or bringing in new employees is always exciting. You can give your new hires the best onboarding experience possible, while fostering a culture of kindness with a few...
This blog is about the best way we can be kind to ourselves. And, in my opinion, the best way to do that is to be useful.
Modern workplaces can be hot-houses of negativity, competitiveness, and stress. These kinds of environments can make employees feel as if they’re entering an assault zone on the daily.
In a world where insults and criticism seem only a tweet away, compassion is more important than ever, and there is research to prove it works.
While I tend to be a ‘behind the scenes’ kind of guy, I felt the need to say a few words about our revised social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum, Kindness in the Classroom®.
I teach special education in an inclusive setting at a Head Start center in San Antonio Independent School District. A few years ago I saw an idea for a painted rock garden...
For the countless numbers of people who are caring for dementia patients you may be experiencing something called “compassion fatigue”. Below are a few tips to make your role a little easier...
Mobile phones and the Internet are at our fingertips these days, allowing us to easily engage with loved ones and giving us a way to spread kindness to those beyond our friend...
This fall, gun violence created waves of panic and helplessness in my school district, Charlotte-Mecklenburg, when a freshman at Butler High School shot and killed a classmate in the hallway over a personal conflict.
There was a moment on my journey when I felt and thought and chose very differently than those around me. Those feelings and thoughts and choices were far outside of the earlier...
A casual exploration of what kindness actually is, and how you can easily use it to improve your life and the lives of others.
Ever heard the quote 'You are who you spend time with'? This is especially true for kids.
Our travel destinations give us many gifts—from the unforgettable memories we make to the lessons we learn, the photos we take and the friendships we form. Through majestic sights and mesmerizing scents,...
Normally, I write about living with diabetes; today I just want to talk about living.
On November 13th the entire globe is celebrating World Kindness Day! Join the party and fill up your “faith in humanity” meter by doing at least 1 of these 12 kindness ideas.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Don't get us wrong, we love what that stands for, but we're not crazy about the name.
We've been traveling for a couple of months now and one thing we were most excited about was doing laundry.
Tipping isn't really a thing outside of America. At least, in most places...
After about two months of travel, we met up with one of my travel companion's boyfriends in Italy. It was his first time in Europe and a few days later, he'd be...
We've stayed in a lot of hostels throughout our travels, which has been half the fun of this trip.
If I had to describe Morocco in one word, that word would be "hectic".
The hills are alive—and so are random acts of kindness!
Free food is everything when you're traveling on a budget. It's difficult enough to find cheap transportation and lodging, but to have self control when it comes to food and souvenirs can...
Hello my name is Ziggy, and I am a rescue dog from Cambridge, England. Actually, I am a beautiful Saluki.
What I thought about as I performed this random act of kindness in various European countries is this: Poverty does not discriminate. Sometimes, kindness does.
I decided to start my international acts of kindness in Liverpool, England, by giving away donuts—something small to get going.
Stories play a pivotal role in a child's growth and development... therefore if they read about the powers of kindness, they just may want to try it out! Here's a handful of...
Want to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day today? Here are 50 fun ideas to do anywhere.
So much love is in the air - happy day 3 of RAK Week 2017!
As we head into Day 3 of #RAKWeek2017, Chive Nation is leading the pay-it-forward charge as the kindest business in the Kindness Generator!
We're only two days in and the world is already bursting with kindness.
It's official! #RAKWeek2017 has begun! Here are seven kindness challenges you can do each day of the week!
Below are five ideas for helping children expand their “Circles of Concern” so they are more aware of and begin to build empathy for many different kinds of people.
Last year, UK companies spent over £1 billion on Christmas parties. See how one creative agency is turning that around to something better.
Don't expect kindness in schools... teach it. Here are 13 fun and free ways to focus on the good this year:
World Kindness Day is Coming: November 13! Here are 5 simple activities to help you and your students host a one-day kindness celebration.
Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Week is Feb 14-20, 2016. Here are 10 fun ways other teachers have spread kindness in their schools during RAK Week.
Take a look at some of our favorite kindness moments of 2015.
It's a New Year—Make a resolution to exercise your Kindness Muscle in 2016!
It all appeared to be quite perfect for my happy, successful family. Two great careers, 3 healthy kids, nice cars, big house and all the pretty stuff to put in that big...
World Kindness Day is Coming: November 13! Here are 5 simple activities to help you and your students host a one-day kindness celebration.
On November 13th the entire world will be celebrating World Kindness Day. Oh, you didn’t know about it? Well, now you do, so you have no choice but to join the party....
We surveyed the smartest and kindest people we know around the world, our RAKtivists, and asked, “Who Deserves More Appreciation?” Here are 35 people they suggested and fun ways to show your...
Create a Safe, Kind and Engaging School Climate Where All Students Thrive.
In honor of International Women's Day, RAK recognizes the words of three inspirational women.
#RAKWeek2015: Let’s Flood Social Media with Kindness
It's a New Year—Make a resolution to exercise your Kindness Muscle in 2015!
Learn how one pair of running shoes unites a global community.
Earth Day (http://www.earthday.org/) is April 22 but the Earth needs care and love everyday. One simple but extremely effective way to make a change is to pledge not to throw garbage out...
Do we have a responsibility to be kind and considerate to those around us? I would say unequivocally, 100% yes!
Sometimes the word 'responsibility' sounds like a drag. So instead, think of yourself as 'Kind-Able.'
Our kids pay attention to everything that we do. By teaching our kids about responsibility within our homes, we're teaching them how to be kind in the rest of their lives as...
Who is responsible for making the world a kinder place? Everyone!
Are you doing your part to be kind the Earth? April 22nd is Earth Day and is observed annually worldwide to support the protection of the environment in which we live.
I’m told that being kind is good for me!
Do you make New Year’s resolutions each year and find it hard to persevere? Do you beat yourself up when you fail? This year I have a few resolutions. At the top...
Spend five minutes today writing a thank-you letter. Need help? Here’s a template to get you started.
Spread a little gratitude this holiday season. Send a tweet of appreciation!
November 13, 2013 is World Kindness Day. Celebrate with these fun and easy ideas!
Now in its 19th year, the Stamp Out Hunger effort is the nation's largest single-day food drive. In 2010, a record-setting total of 77.1 million pounds of food was donated.
On May 5th, 2011 over 2500 students from two dozen schools took part in 'Rachel's Rally' in north Texas.
Does Kindness matter? Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Foundation thinks so. RAK has forged a school based pilot in Colorado to assess the implementation of kindness activities in school.
In July 2012 over 300 people convened in Telluride, CO to discuss the Science of Compassion.
During his 'kindness day' Paul placed thank you notes for his neighbors on their doorsteps and left piles of change at payphones for others to use.