
10
Jan
We are pleased to announce our new #GetKind themes for 2021. #GetKind is a program where we focus on particular themes to inspire people to be kind within…
10
Jan
We are pleased to announce our new #GetKind themes for 2021. #GetKind is a program where we focus on particular themes to inspire people to be kind within…
1
Jan
Creating a Warm Circle of Trust for Bransgore School
COVID-19 has raised the importance of outdoor spaces for children. Jade Wardle helped provide a fire circle for Bransgore students.
14
Dec
Meet the Team: Dreana Ferguson
Name: Dreana Ferguson Role: Senior Staff Writer Location: Upstate New York, USA As one of our staff writers, Dreana loves helping to share stories of kindness that Random…
14
Dec
Random Acts: A Decade in the Books
Thank you to everyone who celebrated our 10th anniversary with us in November. We loved seeing everyone in their 10-year merchandise and sharing Random Acts with their friends…
25
Nov
COVID Support Program–Children
In March of this year, we asked you to help us “help the helpers” due to a rise in need thanks to COVID-19. We were — and still…
17
Nov
Random Acts is an organization built on the belief that there is power in kindness. As it says in our mission statement, we want to conquer the world…
14
Nov
Name: Rachel Miner Role: Executive Director Location: New York, USA When asked how she wound up as our Executive Director, Rachel Miner answered with her signature positivity, “Plain…
13
Nov
Celebrating World Kindness Day!
On November 13, Random Acts celebrates World Kindness Day along with our friends across the globe! Evolution of World Kindness Day First introduced in 1998, World Kindness Day…
10
Nov
We could not have completed nearly as many acts of kindness over the last ten years if it were not for the generous businesses and organizations that have…
9
Nov
Showing Our Support This Veterans Day
Veterans Day is a holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans, who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It…
9
Nov
Nicaragua Update: November 2020
We have loved looking back at the last decade of kindness as Random Acts celebrates our 10th anniversary this month, and our destination projects are no exception. For…
9
Nov
Spreading Kindness and Spending Donations
Random Acts’ mission is changing the world through small acts of kindness. While some kindness acts cost nothing — smiling at a stranger, holding a door for someone whose hands are full — other acts of kindness require funding. That’s where Random Acts comes in.
1
Nov
Random Acts has a long-standing history of working closely with GISH, a scavenger hunt run by our co-founder and board president Misha Collins. GISH hosted a mini-hunt over…
25
Oct
COVID-19 Support Spotlight: Helping Organizations Help Others
Random Acts partners with UpWest to help fund organizations committed to helping those in need receive essential resources during the coronavirus pandemic.
22
Oct
COVID-19 Support Spotlight: Helping the Underserved
It spilled into our COVID-19 Support Network, an initiative where you helped raise funds to aid nominated international organizations.
20
Oct
COVID-19 Support Spotlight: A Strong Community
Local organizations rallied their supporters and created new programs that made a big difference to those in need during the pandemic.
16
Oct
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2020
On October 17, 1987, more than 100,000 people assembled at the Trocadéro in Paris, France. The group wanted to draw attention to the number of fellow humans suffering…
12
Oct
Meet the Team: David Antonelli
Name: David Antonelli Role: Director of Operations Location: Texas, USA Introducing one of our super-powered Executive Team members, David Antonelli. Since joining Random Acts back in 2015 as…
11
Oct
COVID-19 Support Spotlight: Feeding the World
Back in March we asked you, our intrepid supporters, to join us in “helping the helpers” – and we were overwhelmed by your response! Not only did we…
11
Oct
Do not forget to celebrate a special holiday this season, one that adds to the spirit of goodwill. The world stood together to #BlueUp on Monday, October 5,…
11
Oct
International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2020
The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction is observed every year on October 13th. This tradition was begun by the United Nations in 1989 in order to promote…
9
Oct
Helping Homeless in Dallas During COVID-19
As the situation with COVID-19 progresses around the world, many nonprofits are seeing unprecedented need in their own communities. When Random Acts partnered with UpWest to raise money…
21
Sep
Supporting Needy Kittens in The Great Lakes
Random Acts Regional Representative Holly Olsen and her family became an instant family to a small, three-day-old kitten who inspired her to pay it forward and serve other…
13
Sep
Family Finds Strength in the Spirit of Community
In rural Australia, a dad and his two sons were seeking a fresh start through a recent move. Together, they found strength in the spirit of community thanks…
11
Sep
Name: Iliana Habib Role: Graphic Designer Location: Tennessee, USA Meet Iliana Habib, one of our graphic designers. She and the rest of the creative arts team keep Random…
31
Aug
Together, we can channel our kindness into making a difference for those affected by Hurricane Laura.
28
Aug
#BeKind21: Random Acts Joins the Born This Way Foundation
At Random Acts, we believe that kindness is a verb. It is something you can demonstrate to others, a catalyst to lasting, positive change. So it seems more…
25
Aug
Class Act 2020: Honorable Mentions Spotlight
Random Acts recognizes the Class Act 2020 Honorable Mentions for their wonderful acts of kindness in their communities!
21
Aug
Class Act 2020 Runner-up Spotlight: Highland Avenue Elementary
Random Acts highlights one of the Class Act 2020 runners up, Highland Avenue Elementary, and their amazing Ms. Alnita Pettiway!
14
Aug
Name: Holly Olsen Role: Regional Representative, US – Great Lakes Location: Brooklyn Park, MN, USA All over the world, our regional representatives are entrusted with seeking out ways…
23
Jul
Class Act 2020 Runner-up Spotlight: Ever Active Schools
The Class Acts Program receives amazing submissions. While a winner is selected every year, it is important to highlight the impact of all acts submitted.
8
Jul
Meet Our Team: Beverley Burrows-Pym
Name: Beverley Burrows-Pym Role: Fundraising Assistant Location: Collinsville, QLD, Australia Originally from the UK, Beverley and her family have been on the move for the past fifteen years,…
7
Jul
Read about this year’s Class Act 2020 winner and how they spread kindness in their community! Get inspired to spread kindness in your community!
6
Jul
Stitches of Care for Essential Workers
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the world in a way that we never could have imagined, but this crisis has been especially taxing for essential healthcare workers, who…
25
Jun
Supplies for Rose Haven Support Important Mission
Recently, Samara Cogan, Random Acts Regional Representative, planned to donate supplies to support Rose Haven’s mission. Operating on a model of equitability and inclusivity, Rose Haven is a…
25
Jun
Supporting Homeless Youth in Las Vegas #SPNLV
In years past, Random Acts has attended Supernatural conventions around the country and the globe. This year we were able to see many of our supporters in Las…
14
Jun
Random Acts: Black Lives Matter
Random Acts is appalled and outraged by the murder of George Floyd and the subsequent police violence against protesters, and we feel it is our duty to speak…
12
Jun
Overcoming With Kindness: AMOK Recap 2020
Our recently completed Annual Melee of Kindness (AMOK) came at a time when acts of kindness are more needed than ever. Though it was extremely challenging to find…
10
Jun
Meet the Team: Ann-Kathrin Bomkamp
Name: Ann-Kathrin Bomkamp Role: Copy Editor Location: Hamburg, Germany Ann-Kathrin started volunteering as a teenager by participating in church programs as a group leader for young girls and…
6
Jun
COVID-19 Outbreak Affects At-Risk Communities
The COVID-19 outbreak is more likely to affect at risk communities experiencing poverty, food insecurity, isolation or some combination than the general population. Stacie Baldwin, Regional Representative with…
1
Jun
If there is anything positive to come from the COVID-19 pandemic, it is the way groups of people have stepped up to help those in need. Often, these groups spring from concerned and committed citizens, not professional organizations. One such community is a sewing guild in Alberta, Canada. Random Acts Regional Representative Kristen Desjarlais-deKlerk stepped in to donate funds for materials the guild turned into masks for locals in need.
22
May
Healthy Snacks for Seattle’s Kids
Now more than ever, food insecurity has become a harsh reality for many families. Thankfully, there are organizations scattered in communities across the country that aim to help…
16
May
Responding to First Responders in Bransgore
Random Acts UK – South and ROI Regional Representative Jade Wardle donated to the Bransgore Community First Responders to aid them in purchasing PPE.
10
May
The BlinkNow Foundation Continues to Help Families in Nepal
Due to COVID-19, individuals all over the world are having to quickly adjust to a new way of life. One nonprofit foundation serving families in Surkhet, Nepal, is…
10
May
Michael Vlamis’ Donation to COVID-19 Support Program
Michael Vlamis, star of Roswell, New Mexico, decided to donate all the profits from his new inclusive merchandise campaign to a nonprofit. Thanks to fans, Michael chose Random…
8
May
Name: Rea Niessen Title: Destinations Manager Location: Alfter, Germany After becoming involved with the Random Acts mission in 2011, when she fundraised for our Hope2Haiti Project, Rea eventually…
6
May
Random Acts and Subway® Restaurants: Feeding our Nurses
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Random Acts has been working diligently to make sure that we spread our message of kindness to make the most impact….
29
Apr
It seems that everything we read about the current COVID-19 experience begins with an acknowledgment that these are unprecedented times—because they are. The struggles we are currently facing…
29
Apr
Supporting Native American Communities During COVID-19
Supporting Native American communities during COVID-19 is critical as they face an uphill battle against the outbreak. That is the motivation behind the little (Twitter) birdie that inspired…
27
Apr
We would not be the organization we are today without our Random Acts supporters. Since we announced our Random Acts Support Program, many of you have contributed to…
22
Apr
On Saturday, April 18, 2020, an active shooter held up Portapique, Nova Scotia. The shooter initially killed two people over what appeared to be a domestic dispute before…
16
Apr
Random Acts and Americares: Hurricane Recovery in the Bahamas
Random Acts joins forces with Americares in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian to bring relief to the Abaco Islands of the Bahamas.
11
Apr
Destinations Update: Jacmel Children’s Center
In March, we told you of our plans to give you updates on each of our big projects every month. Unfortunately, those updates may sometimes include news that…
10
Apr
A Friendly Guide to Random Acts Online Auction
Random Acts is auctioning a number of items, including some Supernatural-related pieces. All proceeds will benefit The Random Acts Support Program for COVID-19 relief. You can make a…
8
Apr
Meet our team! Random Acts Regional Lead for the Americas, and Regional Representative, Canada – West Rowan Meredith is always ready for kindness!
4
Apr
Class Act Program Is Evolving To Better Serve Our Community
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, parents, children, and educators are being asked to adjust to working and learning from home. It is with determination, acceptance, and sometimes…
2
Apr
Online Auction for Random Acts Support Program (COVID-19)
As our lives change during this COVID-19 pandemic, so does the need for kindness. You have probably seen all sorts of creative ways people are finding to help…
31
Mar
Keeping Kittens Cozy in Jacksonville
Caring for others often means providing for the smallest and most fragile. For Random Acts HR Recruiter Stephanie McCabe, this translates to tiny bundles of soft fur with…
28
Mar
COVID-19 Support: Helping Nurses
Recently, Random Acts spoke with organizer Michael Bleau to talk about Feed Hero Nurses, a new charity created through GoFundMe in order to support those fighting in the…
28
Mar
#RANoHungryChild: Feeding Children of All Ages in Louisiana
In November 2018, Random Acts encouraged our supporters to take part in our annual Endure 4 Kindness (E4K) event. As always, you blew us away with your endurance…
27
Mar
Reusable Bags for Beyond Hunger Food Bank
There is an app for just about everything nowadays! Thanks to one in particular, a local food bank was able to continue serving their community with kindness and…
27
Mar
Americares Supports Puerto Rico’s Hurricane Maria Recovery Efforts
Random Acts partnered with Americares supporting Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria providing solar energy resources, emergency preparedness, and mental health workshops.
26
Mar
UpWest and Random Acts: Partnering to Combat COVID-19
As we find ourselves amid the news of COVID-19, we are witnessing the world begin to perform more acts of kindness. Maybe you have seen a neighbor gift…
22
Mar
Ruth Connell Campaign for The Random Acts Support Program (COVID-19)
During these challenging times, it’s important to look for the people trying to make a positive impact on others. In an act of remarkable kindness, actor Ruth Connell…
22
Mar
Creation Entertainment Auction for COVID-19 Relief
Here at Random Acts, we are strong believers in the power of kindness to provide hope during stressful times. Mister Rogers once shared a piece of advice that…
22
Mar
Announcing: The Random Acts Support Program (COVID-19)
As we learn more about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it may feel like our communities and lives are overwhelmed with distressing news. During uncertain times, there…
19
Mar
#RANoHungryChild: Asylum Seekers Centre Welcomes Everyone
In November 2018, Random Acts encouraged all of our supporters to take part in our annual Endure4Kindness (E4K) event, and as always, you blew us away with your…
15
Mar
In the News: COVID-19 and Virtual Kindness
On March 13th, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that COVID-19 (more commonly known as the “Coronavirus”) is a worldwide pandemic. As of this publishing (March 15th, 2020)…
12
Mar
Name: Chuck Faustine Title: Executive Assistant Location: Virginia, USA After coming onboard in the spring of 2018, Executive Assistant Chuck Faustine is celebrating nearly two years of helping…
8
Mar
Back Pack Angels: Providing Kids With Hygiene Supplies
Regional Rep Emily Rivera-Jackson teamed up with Random Acts to help Backpack Angels carry out its mission to provide kids with hygiene supplies.
5
Mar
Destinations Updates: San Juan Del Sur
Editors Note: As Random Acts supporters, you have helped us change the lives of so many folks around the world. We want to keep you posted on how…
5
Mar
In the News: Tornado in Nashville, TN
In the early morning hours of March 3, 2020, several powerful storms and at least one tornado ripped through the Nashville, Tennessee area. As of this writing, there…
20
Feb
#RANoHungryChild: Changing Babies, Changing Lives
As we step into a new decade, the human population steadily increases with an estimate of 14 million births and counting. These babies immediately engage with the world…
20
Feb
Name: Alex Vincent Role: Events Manager Location: Wigan, UK After joining Random Acts in 2018 as a regional representative for the Northern UK, Alex Vincent became our Events…
13
Feb
Summer Snacks: #RANoHungryChild in Australia
In November 2018, Random Acts encouraged all of our supporters to take part in our annual Endure4Kindness (E4K) event, and as always, you blew us away with your…
12
Feb
Wish Upon a Tree: Helping Needy Kids in Cologne, Germany
Rea Niessen, Random Acts Destinations Manager, provided struggling Cologne, Germany children with gifts for the holiday using a wish tree.
18
Jan
Camping for Hunger in Virginia
While many of us are looking ahead into 2020, we here at Random Acts continue to look back at the many acts of kindness demonstrated throughout 2019. This…
4
Jan
In the News: Australian Bushfire
Australia is currently experiencing its worst bushfire on record. The fire stretches over the heavily populated southern and eastern coastline. As of this writing, more than four million…
24
Dec
#RANoHungryChild Bakes Some Holiday Cheer
Do you ever think back upon your own holiday celebrations over the years? There is a delicate balance between the ones filled with magic and those that were…
23
Dec
Feeding Kids During The Holiday Break
#RANoHungryChild inspired so many members of the Random Acts staff, when tasked with completing a holiday act of kindness, many embodied the spirit of our year-long campaign to…
23
Dec
Winter Break Baskets for the River Trail Learning Center
Minnesota might be one of the coldest places in the United States at the moment, but it also has great warmth when it comes to kindness. This is…
23
Dec
Turkey and Toys: #RANoHungryChild Meets #RAHolidayKindness
Today, we have an extra special story that combines two of our favorite themes: holiday kindness and fighting food insecurity. As a refresher, in November 2018, Random Acts…
22
Dec
Meet Our Team: Jennifer Willis-Rivera
Name: Jennifer Willis-Rivera Role: Director of Operations Location: Wisconsin, USA As 2019 draws to a close, who better to reflect on their journey with Random Acts than Director…
21
Dec
Growing Kindness for the Holidays
The holidays are an important time for fighting food insecurity, which leads us to Boise, Idaho, and the Idaho Food Bank.
17
Dec
#RANoHungryChild New Jersey: Bountiful Backpacks
In November 2018, Random Acts encouraged all of our supporters to take part in our annual Endure4Kindness (E4K) event, and as always, you blew us away with your…
15
Dec
A Kit Full of Kindness in Pennsylvania
Some of the best places to practice the art of random acts of kindness are within organizations you are already a part of. Can you think of one…
13
Dec
Jess is a promising student who will attend James Cook University in Cairns, Australia. Despite having a challenging background, she became the only senior student from her village…
13
Dec
Sharing Hot Meals: #RANoHungryChild Visits Brazil
When we think of Brazil, we often think of the luxuries of sandy beaches and fun football matches. What may not spring to mind is the issues the…
7
Dec
River of Kindness: #RANoHungryChild Stops by Hawaii
When we visualize Hawaii, the first thing that comes to mind is its beautiful shoreline as the waves echo against the grains of sand. It is the ideal…
3
Dec
Giving Tuesday: Thank You to Our Supporters!
The mission of Random Acts has always been to conquer the world, one random act of kindness at a time. We would not be able to accomplish this…
2
Dec
Random Acts Thanks: California Pizza Kitchen
We have loved celebrating the holiday season the past couple of weeks by thanking our friends. Your generosity and creativity are what make all of our sponsored acts…
1
Dec
Random Acts Thanks: Genevieve Padalecki
As we head into full-blown holiday mode here in the United States, we like to think about what we are grateful for in our Random Acts family. When…
29
Nov
Random Acts Thanks: Anonymous Haiti Donor
Here at Random Acts, we have been embracing the Thanksgiving spirit by trying to shine a light on those who have helped us make kindness magic possible. Thanksgiving…
28
Nov
Inspiring People, Sharing Things: Jared, Jensen, and Misha
Today, we turn our attention to three people to whom we can never say “thank you” enough: Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, and Misha Collins.
27
Nov
#RANoHungryChild: Stocking Shelves in Rhode Island
Rhode Island may be the smallest of the United States, but its capacity for kindness is as large as the ocean it borders. As part of our continued…
27
Nov
Random Acts Thanks: Coca-Cola and Peace Tea
Thanksgiving is a time to, obviously, give thanks for what you’ve been blessed with, but also a time to reflect on those who’ve helped you along the way….
26
Nov
Every so often, it is important to sit down, catalog, honor, and thank everyone (or everything) that brings light and hope into your sphere. Our friends at GISH…
25
Nov
Random Acts Thanks: Danneel Ackles and Hilarie Burton
Dotted across America are various landmarks connected to the lives of characters being portrayed on our screens every week. A river court that bred two oppositional Raven brothers…
23
Nov
Recipe for Success: #RANoHungryChild in New Hampshire
In November 2018, Random Acts encouraged all of our supporters to take part in our annual Endure4Kindness (E4K) event, and, as always, you blew us away with your…
23
Nov
In our pursuit of changing the world, one act of kindness at a time, we have been fortunate to partner with several different companies whose philosophies match our…
10
Jan
We are pleased to announce our new #GetKind themes for 2021. #GetKind is a program where we focus on particular themes to inspire people to be kind within…
1
Jan
Creating a Warm Circle of Trust for Bransgore School
COVID-19 has raised the importance of outdoor spaces for children. Jade Wardle helped provide a fire circle for Bransgore students.
14
Dec
Meet the Team: Dreana Ferguson
Name: Dreana Ferguson Role: Senior Staff Writer Location: Upstate New York, USA As one of our staff writers, Dreana loves helping to share stories of kindness that Random…
14
Dec
Random Acts: A Decade in the Books
Thank you to everyone who celebrated our 10th anniversary with us in November. We loved seeing everyone in their 10-year merchandise and sharing Random Acts with their friends…
25
Nov
COVID Support Program–Children
In March of this year, we asked you to help us “help the helpers” due to a rise in need thanks to COVID-19. We were — and still…
17
Nov
Random Acts is an organization built on the belief that there is power in kindness. As it says in our mission statement, we want to conquer the world…
14
Nov
Name: Rachel Miner Role: Executive Director Location: New York, USA When asked how she wound up as our Executive Director, Rachel Miner answered with her signature positivity, “Plain…
13
Nov
Celebrating World Kindness Day!
On November 13, Random Acts celebrates World Kindness Day along with our friends across the globe! Evolution of World Kindness Day First introduced in 1998, World Kindness Day…
10
Nov
We could not have completed nearly as many acts of kindness over the last ten years if it were not for the generous businesses and organizations that have…
We’re occasionally mentioned in the media. Below you’ll find links to stories about us.
August 18, 2020
Broadway World
"Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation Launches Third Annual #BeKind21 Campaign"
October 22, 2020
WTXL
"Random Acts spread kindness in schools with contest for $8,000"
December 11, 2019
Cobbcast
"‘Tis the Season of Giving: Allatoona High to Host Annual Shop with a Buc"
February 15, 2018
Del Sur News
January 28, 2018
Del Sur News
"Donors and Stars Open the Free High School for Adults 2018"