If you could do a random act of kindness for someone in your life today, what what you do?
This question has been answered by hundreds of our staff and supporters throughout the years. From creating kits for victims of domestic violence, buying school supplies for teachers and students in need or building a bird house for a senior citizen community; these stories touch upon the wide range of causes that people have supported with funds from our Acts program.
Over 90% of donations to Random Acts go directly into this program, which has sponsored over 1,000 acts of kindness worldwide since its inception.
Read more about our Acts program and how you can apply for funding to do your own act of kindness!
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ComicBooks For Kids!
Random Acts is a proud partner of ComicBooks 4 Kids!, an organization that supplies comic books to hospitals treating children for life-threatening conditions. In this interview, CB4K founder Mark tells us all about his organization.
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How to Be Kind: 10 Tips in Stressful Times
When it comes to mental real estate, feelings like stress and uncertainty love to live in our heads rent-free, along with their posse of doubt, fear, and hopelessness. But how
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A Friend Indeed
As the saying goes, “A friend in need is a friend indeed.” The dearest friends are those who know that even a small act of kindness can make a big impact.
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Holiday Gifts for Families in Snohomish
Every holiday season, there are songs, shows, and questions about “what did you get from…” or “what are you getting for…” But what if you couldn’t afford to get gifts
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Spreading Holiday Cheer: Supporting a New Food Bank in Ottawa
When a new food bank opened in her city, Random Acts staff member Tracy Jackson knew she wanted to do something to help. The Community Table opened in a part
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Kindness Kit for a New Mother
Sometimes grief causes people to not be able to move forward, while at other times it acts as a call to action. That’s exactly what it was for Daniel Rateng,
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Crafting with Kindness – April’s Memory Blankets
Sometimes, leaders emerge from unlikely places. April Proffer, a Random Acts supporter, never thought of herself as a leader. By her own admission, she is a shy person who struggles
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How Technology Helps a First-Generation Master’s Student in Rural Pakistan
In today’s tech-driven society, technology not only makes everyday tasks easier, but it is often also a necessity. Scheduling doctor appointments, applying for jobs, and doing school assignments are just
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Sharing with a Community Resource Center
Katy gave her first donation while out shopping. Other shoppers saw the mountain of diapers in her cart and asked about what she was doing. She took the opportunity to share about the work of both Random Acts and Sharing & Caring Hands.
