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.

Carole Choucair Oueijan

Lovely question! I like it when I have something to tell for the first time. It is so nice to feel appreciated by your community, organizations, clients, family, friends, and especially art lovers who approach you just for the art you do. I always remember this story that happened to me a while back. I had a mosaic piece, “Dreamer”, in the Museum of Man (now called Museum of Us) in San Diego, showing with a group of mosaic artists Society of American Mosaic Artists (SAMA). The show was there for couple of months. Read more>>

Nour Dabbagh

As a food business in North Carolina, it is required to conduct business in a certified kitchen. After a long search I found a space that was clean, safe, and highly talked about. It was so highly talked about and used by many businesses, I was put on a waitlist for 1 year. After that year, I finally was able to test bake in the kitchen. 4 months after many failed batches had gone by, I decided to withdraw from the commercial kitchen. I started another search, asking bakeries for a space in their own kitchens. Read more>>

Adriana Paola Palacios Luna

In a world of violence and greed, I have been fortunate to have many people who, with multiple acts of kindness and sorority, have contributed to my life project, happiness, and to the work toward socio-environmental justice. A kind act can make a difference. The recognition of the otherness. The celebration of diversity. The trusting word, the sincere smile, the necessary community. Read more>>

Arnold Butler

I went to an artist talk in which Radcliffe Bailey was the keynote speaker and he was asked what advice would he give aspiring artists and his answer influenced the trajectory of my ART career. He said that the key to making masterful Art is to make you ART so personal that it becomes universal. If you focus on the emotional process of the work, the outcome will have a universal appeal. Read more>>

Nima Hamvatan

My martial arts instructor, Benito Martinez. Without a doubt, he has been one of the greatest teachers in my life. I was at my lowest point when I encountered him at the park. He recognized the potential in me, while many others did not. He gave me the opportunity to be the hero of my own story. His passion for his work and people inspired me in many ways. I have learned that It is a privilege to give. Read more>>

Alexis Lozoria

I have many people who support my small business. Anytime I have a pop-up I am so grateful to see familiar faces and even more thankful that people make the drive to come see me and purchase my treats. Out of all the familiar faces that I get to see, one stands out the most. Kim Montano is my partner’s highschool friend and since the beginning of my small business journey she has always showed up to my pop up events with her sister and daughter. Read more>>

Kristie Harris

So, before I joined the Jumping Jack Tax Franchise, I had my own tax practice called Momentum Tax Pro’s. I remember working tirelessly to get my name out there. I did all the usual things that tax business owners do during tax season and that’s print flyers, put it on people cars, community boards and other places of businesses. Any place where I could put my cards, I was placing them. Read more>>

Tariq Boynton

In a life where everyone is always in a rush, and always trying to climb over the next person; I think the kindest thing anybody(s) has ever done for me was to really show me the ropes. I’ve got a few friends/mentors who took time out of their own personal lives, to really show me what to do and when to do it. Obviously nothing is truly understood until it’s put into practice, but I soaked it all up and learned to maneuver my way through this life. Read more>>

Krystel Petite

Being in the esthetic field has taught me so much thus far. I enjoy the interactions with my clients the most because not only am I able to be a provider for them, but we get to build a great rapport in the limited time in the treatment room. Whatever they decide to share while they’re in my treatment I always hold it near and dear. I can go on and on about the conversations we have. One conversation with my client stands out to me because it was not one of my best days. Read more>>

Mia George

At a moments notice, the nursing school I was on a 2-3 year waiting list to be admitted to had an unexpected last minute open slot for me after only 1 year of waiting. By “last minute” I mean…I was called the first day of classes, was told I had to make a decision THAT day, and would have to catch up on about 8 weeks worth of preparation that all of the other students had…in 3-5 days! Read more>>

Maddy Greenwald

I was diagnosed with breast cancer seven years ago when I was 45. I spent about 9 months in treatment–surgery, chemotherapy, radiation. Cancer is both timing consuming and emotionally consuming and when I was done with all of treatment, I had no idea what I was going to do with myself and felt really lost. And one day, my husband came home with an easel, canvas and paints and said, “I know what you are going to do, you are going to paint again.” It was the greatest gift anyone has ever given me–knowing what I needed more than I did. Read more>>

Wrendly Mesidor

Oh my man! Well, this one is pretty practical, but I can remember from either late 2007/Early 2008. My brother and I were walking around 163rd/15th avenue and we were tired and hungry. A stranger came up to us and brought us McDonald’s. That was very kind of him because he didn’t have to. We’re forever grateful and to this day, I return the favor by treating others with kindness. Read more>>