Kindness begets kindness. So, wanted to create a space to share and amplify stories of kindness with the hope that it inspires a chain reaction.

Denytria Harley

The kindest thing anyone has ever done for me is mention my name/business to someone. I’ve gotten so many referrals just from word of mouth. Having people believe in you and your brand so much that they highly recommend you is so heart warming especially since I started my business in a state where I did not know many people (truly a handful). People love & trust reviews so when a customer/client recommends me or my products that’s how I am able to know that I’m doing something right!! This is my passion and I’m glad others can see and appreciate it! Read more>>

Jeremy Batiste

I’ve had a couple instances in my life where I’ve been between a rock and a hard place – and people stepped up to the place to show me how the universe is always aspiring for your growth and development with love in the strangest places – I had a near stranger bail my car out of tow yard and paid $1000s in fees for me – I’ve had someone pay off all my back taxes from the IRS / I have had people give me a place to stay when I had no where to go. These moments have always been trying to show me that there is a reason to keep pushing with whatever it is that you burn for …. And that when we focus on service to others and pay things forward – the rewards are often greater than we realize when we are selfless in our pursuits Read more>>

Earl Grenville Killeen

In 1978, at the Art Students’ League, I entered the class of Will Barnet, with not much to my name but some art supplies. The one and only time Barnet spoke to me in class was to say: “It’s a pleasure to watch you paint.” Other than that, from time to time we chit-chatted, developing a social relationship. Soon Barnet was giving me introductions to the top NYC galleries, a passport that enabled me to get past the front door with its bodyguard to keep out students with their portfolios. Read more>>

MJ Moores

Writing is often a solitary endeavor; one where you imagine a person sitting typing away at a keyboard or scribbling ideas by hand in a well-used notebook, by themselves in a quiet nook somewhere. The biggest thing I’ve learned along the way when developing my craft and my business is that none of us are in this alone. Over the years, I’ve joined several writing groups and critique groups, all of whom have helped me in my life-long journey to publication. Read more>>

Das Fuerst

I was in the process of writing a short film and understanding the need for production equipment and crew, I thought the best approach was to launch a crowd funding campaign. After completing the script, testing some visual effects shots, and making a short animation of the intended shot list, I took to indigogo for the campaign. My goal was 10k for a 6 min short film. Of course I had the support of friends and family, but that all amounted to just over 1k. Read more>>

SiYoung Kim

Wow Wash Crew was born from kindness. I immigrated to the US from South Korea when I married my wife, Kim, in 2017. I found myself as a new husband, in a new country, in a new culture, and unable to use my education or work experience in this new environment. A dear friend offered to teach me the trade of exterior cleaning. Read more>>

Apree Clicque

Alex and I spoke about this question at length. Ultimately, we have both been very fortunate to have people in our lives who have shown up for us and done kind things. We decided it would be best to focus on the kindest things we have done for each other and how those actions have created a foundation for us to be good business partners. Read more>>

Sierra Letlow

The kindest thing anyone has ever done for me is believing in my potential and investing in it. This investment wasn’t just financial – it was a comprehensive nurturing of my abilities and aspirations. Through mentorship, they provided me with invaluable guidance, offering insights and wisdom that helped shape my perspective and approach. This support was instrumental in my growth, both personally and professionally. Read more>>

Joslynn Asae Dominguez

The kindest thing anyone has done for me is take a chance on me! Read more>>

Frank Sinclair

Growing up in poverty and segregation created a space of not being good enough. After sabotaging my eight year Air Force career I ended up as a homeless man on the streets of Colorado Springs. A man used to pass me daily as I slept under a bush in the park. One day he stopped by and asked me to tell my story. I did and he took me home with him. The kindest thing wasn’t the rescue it was the act of looking past the obvious and seeing value in me. I have carried and dispensed that message for the rest of my life. Read more>>

Carolyn Iga

When I bought my business, I had no idea how to run a school or do retail. The opportunity to buy the business came as a surprise, and within a month my life completely changed. I believed it was my next step after quitting my line of full-time ministry work in the church and then building my own personal music studio for 2 years. Read more>>