20 Ideas to Embrace Random Acts of Kindness Day 

What small thing can you do today to spread some kindness? Princess Diana once said: ‘Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.’ We’ve put together a list of ideas for you to try, but we’d also love to hear your thoughts and suggestions – you can join in the conversation on Instagram here. 

1. Write a positive review for a small independent business. We can say first hand that we read and appreciate every single comment and review you leave. Link 

2. Send an email to a former work colleague or teacher to let them know how much you appreciate them.

3. Write a positive note or quote and leave it somewhere public like a bus stop or café for others to read. 

4. Buy coffee for the next person in the queue.

5. Do someone else’s chore without being asked – like making dinner or taking out the rubbish.

6. Buy an unexpected thank you gift for a friend or loved one. You can discover our range of sustainable gifts here.

7. Sign up to give blood.

8. Donate self-care items to a local refuge or homeless shelter. We work with the Hygiene Bank to provide essential toiletries and hygiene products for those in need – you can find out more here.

9. Pay a compliment to a stranger.

10. Send a text to a friend telling them why you appreciate them.

11. Research what can and can’t be recycled locally so you can make sure you are recycling correctly.

12. Set up a monthly donation to a charity you feel passionate about.

13. Sign up for a local veg box (take a look at Ooooby www.ooooby.com/ for options), visit your local farmers market or research your nearest regenerative farm. 

14. Go for a litter-picking walk to help clean up your local community.

15. Visit GoFundMe and find a cause to donate to.

16. Find your favourite author or small brand on social media and leave them a comment to say how much you appreciate what they do. 

17. Sort through your clothes and donate anything you no longer wear to a local charity shop.

18. Cook a double batch of your next meal and give a portion to a neighbour.

19. Give up your seat on the train, tube or bus to someone else.

20. Choose to buy gifts from sustainable small businesses.

We’ve decided to embrace Random Acts of Kindness Day here in the Noble Isle office and have decided to all write a review for our favourite small independent businesses. We’d love to hear what you choose?