55 Acts of Kindness

Looking for a few random acts of kindness to give back this Christmas season for yourself or your littles? Below are a few ideas to get you started! I truly believe that small acts of kindness can really change the world and have a lasting impact. If 24…well 23 acts of kindness seem overwhelming, start with a few here and there! You’ll be surprised how many you can accomplish or how many you are currently doing daily.

Learn the names of your office security guard, the person at the front desk and other people you see every day. Greet them by name.
Thank a teacher with a gift.
Tell a manager about the wonderful service you received from your waiter/waitress.
Give someone a compliment.
Hold the door open.
Send a “Thinking of You,” card.
Forgive.
Offer to return a stranger’s grocery cart to the front of the store.
Participate in a fundraiser.
Write a loved one a list of things you love about them.
Write a positive review on a blog or website.
Pay for someone’s meal at a restaurant.
Write down someone’s best qualities.
Do a favor without asking for anything in return.
Wheel out your neighbor’s trash bin.
Leave money in a vending machine.
Donate flowers to a nursing home.
Write a positive sticky note.
Leave a generous tip.
Have a judgement free day.
Ask a senior to share a fun memory from their past- and listen.
Babysit/dogsit for free.
Walk a neighbor’s dog.
Help a senior with their groceries.
Call someone and tell them a joke.
Donate old clothes to the Salvation Army.
Ship a care package.
Give a gift card.
Text someone “Good Night,” or “Good Morning.”
Reply to a post you enjoy.
Purchase extra dog or cat food and bring it to an animal shelter.
Be kind to your server.
Feed the birds.
Take flowers or treats to the nurses’ station at your nearest hospital.
Keep an extra umbrella at work, so you can lend it out when it rains.
Find out something new about a coworker.
Send a ‘Thank you’ card or note to the officers at your local police or fire station.
Take muffins or cookies to your local librarians.
Give up your parking spot.
Donate Christmas gifts to an orphanage.
Pick up litter.
Write letters to a soldier.
Buy an ice cream cone for a friend or family member.
Pay for a stranger’s library fee.
Show up when you’re invited.
Take a meal to a friend or family member.
Run an errand for a family member who is busy.
Leave a box of goodies in your mailbox for your mail carrier.
Smile.
Leave a surprise in a library book.
Donate towels to an animal shelter.
Tape coins around a playground for kids to find.
Put your phone away while in the company of others.
Email or write to a former teacher who made a difference in your life.
When someone speaks, listen intently.