People around the world have been stepping their kindness up a notch to support the global fight against COVID-19. Every day, we wake up to stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things, taking matters into their own hands to ensure their fellow citizens get the support they need during these tough times. We have been …
7 Tips for a Kind Fourth of July
Can you believe it’s already Fourth of July weekend? 2020 has been one wild year and despite all the chaos, time really has flown by! While this year’s celebrations might not include the beach days, barbecues, and fireworks that we traditionally look forward to, there are still plenty of socially distanced ways to honor Independence …
Students Donate Field Trip Funds to Navajo Nation During COVID-19
When the eighth-graders of Santa Fe Waldorf School found out that their class trip was canceled due to COVID-19, they looked for ways they could offer kindness instead. Students were disappointed upon hearing the news that their much anticipated six-day rafting expedition trip had been called off in an effort to abide by coronavirus social …
5 Quarantine Friendly Ways to Get Kind on Father’s Day
While celebrating Father’s Day 2020 may look different than previous years, quarantine doesn’t mean that kindness has to be canceled! Despite the current Coronavirus pandemic and social distancing safety measures, there are still lots of ways to make sure that all those awesome dads out there get the love and appreciation they deserve. To help …
9-Year-Old Raises Over $40,000 to Minneapolis Communities in Need
As the protests continue in Minneapolis and across the nation, many Americans have been looking for ways to lend a hand. NFL player Ron Johnson’s 9-year-old daughter, Kamryn Johnson is one of these helpers. Learning of her dedication to kindness and service warmed our hearts so we thought it was only fair to share her …
Altruistic Spending to Promote Happiness and Wellbeing
You’ve most likely heard the phrase, “Money can’t buy happiness.” However, a recent Harvard Business School study on prosocial spending and wellbeing begs to differ. The study concluded that altruistic spending demonstrates a positive correlation with happiness and general wellbeing, regardless of income. Can Money Buy Happiness? Paradoxically, many Americans spend the majority of their …
Young Girl Raises Money During Quarantine to Provide Art Kits for Kids in Foster Homes and Homeless Shelters
Chelsea Phaire is a 10-year-old girl who has spent her quarantine committed to raising money as a means of providing art supplies to those less fortunate. Chelsea knows first hand of art’s therapeutic capacity and has been working to ensure that others have access to the same experience. Recognizing the need for a calming pass …
Supporting Parents and Caretakers During the Coronavirus
This ‘new normal’ we are dealing with as a result of the coronavirus is creating challenges for everyone. Health care workers, first responders, delivery drivers, and grocery store workers all have to face risks on the front lines on a daily basis. Small businesses and restaurants have suffered immense losses as a result of business …
5 Simple Ways to Practice Kindness During Quarantine
Feeling a bit cagey in quarantine? We get it. Staying home and social distancing has been tough for all of us. Connecting with others and the world at large is a huge component of good mental health. Learning how to maintain our general wellbeing without fresh air and social interaction can feel challenging. To combat …
Tom Hanks Shows Kindness To a Bullied Boy Named Corona
An Australian boy named Corona De Vries became pen pals with actor Tom Hanks, receiving a letter and gift from Hanks after a heartwarming turn of events. It’s a tough time to have the name Corona. Unfortunately, as a result of COVID-19, 8-year-old De Vries was being bullied by kids at school. Upon learning that …