Acts of Kidness is more than a nonprofit—it’s a growing community of young people driven to create meaningful change. Through collaboration, creativity, and compassion, we’re building a brighter future, one act of kindness at a time.
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About Us: Inspiring Kindness, One Act at a Time
Acts of Kidness was founded by a Minnesota family to feature and celebrate young people leading the charge in kindness. The founders aimed to shine a light on these kids and inspire others to follow their example.
Acts of Kidness is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization, so your contribution is not only appreciated—it’s also tax-deductible!
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Explore our Amazon Wishlist to find the craft supplies we need for youth-led service projects. Your support empowers kids to lead with kindness. Thank you for helping us make a meaningful impact in our community!
Ready to Do More Good? Resources to Inspire You
Looking for ways to get involved or spread kindness in your community? We’ve gathered some of our favorite organizations and platforms that offer tools, stories, and volunteer opportunities.
Acts of Kidness Nonprofit
Explore how our nonprofit initiatives inspire and empower communities through impactful acts of kindness and meaningful service projects.
Acts of Kidness LLC
Discover how Acts of Kidness LLC brings innovative programs and opportunities to expand kindness in our community and beyond.
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Let's Connect and Make a Difference!
Our mission is to spread kindness throughout the community, and your request is the first step in making that happen!
Plan Your Act of Kindness
To help us understand your act of kindness, please complete the form on the right. Whether it's a big idea like hosting an event at a nursing home or a simple gesture like holding a door open, share your ideas with us in as much detail as possible. Feel free to include organizations you'd like to support. We're here to listen and do everything we can to bring your idea to life! We're excited to collaborate and make a positive impact together!
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NONPROFIT SERVICES
Inspire and Empower Communities Through Acts of Kindness
At Acts of Kidness, our nonprofit services are driven by one core mission: bringing young people together to inspire change and create meaningful connections through acts of kindness. We believe that even the smallest actions can make a lasting impact, and through regular meetups, our selected student members work collaboratively on service projects that benefit our community in countless ways.
Regular Meetups, Lasting Impact
Our students gather regularly to brainstorm, plan, and carry out meaningful service projects. Whether it’s lending a hand at local events, connecting with those in need, or brightening someone’s day with a small but powerful gesture, these meetups are where ideas take flight and kindness becomes action.
Out in the Community
We’re proud to lead projects that directly impact the spaces and people around us. From supporting Special Olympics teams to organizing park clean-up days, our members take pride in making their community a better place. Imagine the joy of a medallion hunt bringing families together outdoors or the transformation of a public space after a day of dedicated service—these are the moments we create, together.
The Power of Gratitude: Writing Thank Yous
When was the last time you received a thank-you card? Chances are, it made you smile. At Acts of Kidness, we know the value of expressing gratitude. That’s why our members regularly write thank-you notes to individuals, businesses, and organizations that make a difference. It’s a simple yet powerful act that reminds us all of the importance of being seen and appreciated.
Brightening Lives: Projects for Seniors and Newcomers
Acts of Kidness students are committed to bringing joy to everyone, especially those who may need it most. We create thoughtful care packages and projects for seniors in our community, from personalized notes to fun activities that remind them they are valued.We also welcome newcomers by assembling care packages for new students and families in our area. These simple yet thoughtful gestures ease transitions and ensure that everyone feels they belong.
Special Initiatives and Creative Ideas
The heart of Acts of Kidness lies in the creativity of our members. From crafting decorations for community events to hosting inclusive activities that bring people together, there’s no limit to the ways we spread kindness. Every meetup sparks a new idea, and every project reinforces our commitment to making the world a better place, one small act at a time.
Acts of Kidness celebrates and empowers young changemakers who spread kindness through meaningful community service projects.
ACTS OF KIDNESS LLC
Expanding Kindness, One Opportunity at a Time
Welcome to Acts of Kidness LLC, the for-profit arm of Acts of Kidness, where we channel our passion for spreading kindness into innovative programs that benefit both individuals and organizations. We’re excited to share a few of the concepts we’re currently developing to broaden the reach of kindness in our community:
After-School Programming
We’ve always dreamed of providing younger children with more opportunities to give back. That’s why we’re expanding our efforts to introduce after-school programming at the elementary level. These programs engage kids in community service projects, instilling the values of empathy and civic responsibility early on. Starting in schools across the metro area, we aim to cultivate a lifelong love of helping others in the youngest members of our community.
Kindness Curriculum in Schools
Imagine a world where doing good becomes part of a student’s education! We’re partnering with schools to create a kindness curriculum that not only nurtures compassion but also provides high school students with the chance to earn elective credits. This program empowers young people to engage in meaningful community service, fostering a generation of thoughtful, community-minded leaders.
Kindness Workshops for Families
Create workshops designed for families to participate in together. These sessions can focus on practical ways to incorporate acts of kindness into daily life, fostering stronger family bonds while teaching children the importance of compassion and community involvement.
Corporate Training
Kindness knows no age limit, and we believe it can thrive in every environment, including the workplace. Acts of Kidness LLC offers corporate training designed to bring acts of kindness into your organization. Whether it’s a team-building event or a company-wide initiative, we’d love to collaborate with you to create memorable experiences that inspire and unite your team while making a positive impact in the community.
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Together, Let's Spread Kindness
By supporting Acts of Kidness, you’re empowering kids to create meaningful change in our community. Your donation will help us provide supplies and services to uplift others.
To make donating easy, we’ve partnered with PayPal for Nonprofits to accept all types of payment, so you can give through the method you're most comfortable with. Every donation, big or small, makes a real difference—thank you for helping us spread kindness!
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ABOUT US
Our Motivations and Impact
Founded by the Hawk family in Minnetonka, MN, Acts of Kidness was born out of our deep involvement in the community and our belief in the power of kindness. As parents raising children who value compassion and volunteering, we noticed a gap—there weren’t programs celebrating and fostering acts of kindness the same way sports and other activities celebrate achievement. Inspired by the dedication families pour into travel sports, we asked: "Why not create something similar for the kindest kids?" A place where kids who go above and beyond—whether volunteering, helping their peers, or making their schools and neighborhoods better—are recognized and celebrated just like any sport or skill.
Andrew Hawk
Andrew is a student at Minnetonka Public Schools. He’s known for being a fun-loving, friendly, and intuitive young learner. He serves as one of the school representatives for the student suggestion box, bringing enthusiasm and leadership to the role. Outside of school, Andrew stays active with lacrosse, basketball, baseball, chess club, and pickleball.Andrew's favorite volunteer experiences
Andrew and his brother, Benjamin, enjoy volunteering with their grandma at The Landing MN in Rochester, Minnesota, a day center that supports individuals experiencing homelessness. Andrew organizes the storage area, labels clothing sizes, writes expiration dates on food donations, and helps people during bingo events. He also rings the Salvation Army bells with his cousins, spreading holiday cheer and supporting a great cause.
Emily Hawk
Emily graduated from Viterbo University with a bachelor's degree in social work. She spent 3 years as an elementary school paraprofessional in the Minnetonka Public School District and has dedicated over a decade to working with The Bond Between (formerly Secondhand Hounds). She has a deep love for connecting animals and people—a truly special bond!Emily's favorite volunteer experiences
Emily has volunteered at Community Food Response, the Ronald McDonald House, the Medical Missions, The Landing MN, Feed My Starving Children, and Can Do Canines. Her passion for people, animals, community, and the environment has been her focus since she was young. Serving and connecting with others fuels her purpose and inspires her to celebrate the power of kindness.
Benjamin Hawk
Benjamin is a student at Minnetonka Public Schools. He leads the school suggestion box, giving students a voice in shaping their school community. A multi-talented student, Benjamin has earned numerous Continental Mathematics League (CML) awards and participates in baseball, basketball, robotics, and chess club.Benjamin's favorite volunteer experiences
Benjamin and his brother, Andrew, enjoy volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House in Rochester, MN, alongside their grandma, an Emeritus Trustee and volunteer for over 45 years. Together, they organize and stock food shelves, and host bingo events. They also fill cubbies with snacks and toys for kids and their families to take to the hospital. In addition, they deliver excess cardboard to the recycling facility—all while helping create a sustainable and caring environment.
Matt Hawk
Matt graduated from Augsburg University with a bachelor's degree in business administration and later earned his master’s degree in special education from Mankato State University. He currently teaches and works in administration at an online charter school, blending his passion for education with his leadership skills.Matt's favorite volunteer opportunity
Matt enjoys volunteering at the Clear Springs Dad's Pancake Breakfast. His favorite role is running the juice and coffee bar, where he gets to showcase his greatest skill: small talking.
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Be a Changemaker!
Acts of Kidness is made up of elementary school students, selected by educators, who go above and beyond to spread kindness in their schools and communities. If you’re a kid who loves making someone’s day brighter—whether it’s wiping down lunch tables, helping a new classmate feel welcome, shoveling a neighbor’s driveway, picking up litter, or volunteering at school events—then we want you on our team!Take a moment to fill out the form below and tell us a little about who you are and what inspires you to spread kindness. Be specific and share the kind acts you’ve done, big and small. You've already made an impact in the world, and we’re proud and excited that you’re here! Together, we will make the world an even kinder place—one act at a time.
Kindness is Free!
There is no cost to be a member of Acts of Kidness. All team gear, project supplies, and access to fun events are made possible through the donations of generous community members who support our mission.
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KINDNESS RESOURCES
Click on the links below to find great kindness resources
Doing Good Together™ (DGT) is a Minnesota-based national nonprofit that works to make volunteering and service, along with daily kindness, easy for every family.
Minnetonka Public Schools aims to inspire students to recognize their impact and serve the greater good. Tonka Serves partners with more than 30 area nonprofit and community organizations to provide you with opportunities to serve, grow, and make a difference.
Good News Network is a website dedicated to sharing positive, uplifting news stories from around the world, focusing on inspiring acts of kindness, breakthroughs, and solutions to global challenges.
Dedicated to inspiring individuals to spread kindness within their communities through education, events, and community-based projects.
The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting kindness through free resources, stories, and programs that inspire individuals, schools, and workplaces to make the world a better place—one kind act at a time.
HandsOn Twin Cities is a nonprofit that connects volunteers, nonprofits, and businesses in the Twin Cities area, providing opportunities for community engagement through service projects, skills-based volunteering, and corporate partnerships to create a lasting impact.
Shop Kindness: Support Our Mission with Every Purchase
Every purchase helps fund Acts of Kidness events, supplies, and outreach. By shopping with us, you're not just buying something—you’re helping kids spread kindness and make a real impact in their communities.
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