Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17

Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17

February 17 is also known as Random Acts of Kindness Day. The purpose of this day is to be kind and lend a helping hand to brighten someone’s day. Random Acts of Kindness Day began in 1995 in Denver, Colorado, by a nonprofit organization. It wasn’t until 2004 when this holiday became more widespread.

Being nice and treating others how you want to be treated goes a very long way. No good deed is too small, it can be as simple as holding the door open for someone or complimenting a stranger. The following are a few other ways that you can help spread positivity today and every other day of the year.

• Donate to a charity.
• Pay for someone in line behind you.
• Bring in a treat for coworkers.
• Buy your friend a coffee.
• Send a card to a loved one.
• Help someone with their bags or buggy at the grocery store.
• Volunteer your time.
• Tip your waitress extra.
• Call and check in on a loved one.

It costs nothing to be nice. We need more kindness in the world now more than ever. I hope you all have a wonderful day and put a smile on someone’s face!