100 Random Acts of Kindness Day
Monday, September 23rd, 2024 marked 100 days until Kindness is Free showcases this year’s Kindness is Free float in the 136th annual Tournament of Roses Parade. To celebrate the occasion, Boys & Girls Club Kindness Ambassadors from across 7 sites performed 100 acts of kindness in their schools, clubs and communities on the same day.
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World Kindness Week
In 2024, World Kindness Week was November 11th – 15th. Kindness is Free and our ambassadors across the U.S. celebrated acts of kindness every day between November 11th and 15th.
Did you miss it? You don’t need a designated week to make an impact in your schools, community and Clubs. From small to large acts of kindness, you too can spread kindness today and every day!
10th Annual Thanks for Giving
Wanting to do something special for families in the west San Gabriel Valley, Scott Ehlers started “Thanks for Giving” at the Boys & Girls Clubs of The West San Gabriel Valley and Eastside in fall of 2014. Now a heartwarming annual celebration, this event was designed to foster community spirit, express gratitude, and give back to those in need. “Thanks for Giving” provides a catered dinner, family portrait booth, gingerbread house-making contest, an appearance by Santa and much more.
At the core of the event is gratitude. Club youth present their families with a gift card for groceries and other home needs, giving back to their parents as a thank you for all they’ve done that year and recognizing them for all the sacrifices they make throughout the year. This year’s event celebrated 10 years of honoring parents and families in this way. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we couldn’t have been happier to celebrate with our community.
Join the Kindness Movement
By joining the Kindness is Free movement, you become a force for positive change. From taking the Kindness Pledge to organizing events or sharing stories of compassion, there are numerous ways to participate in spreading kindness and promoting empathy. Small acts of kindness can create a significant impact on the world, and your involvement can help foster a culture of kindness, respect, and consideration, ultimately leading to a more inclusive society. Take action today and join us in making a difference through kindness!