World Kindness Day

The Wawa Foundation Celebrates World Kindness Day with $100,000 Match of Customer Donations to Check-Out Hunger Campaign Supporting Feeding America Food Banks

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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As part of its annual Check-Out Hunger campaign, The Wawa Foundation will match the first $100,000 in customer donations made from November 13 through December 10 as part of its four week in-store scan campaign.

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  • As part of its annual Check-Out Hunger campaign, The Wawa Foundation will match the first $100,000 in customer donations made from November 13 through December 10 as part of its four week in-store scan campaign.
  • The campaign invites customers to donate $1, $3 or $5 at the register to support local Feeding America Food Banks as part of Check Out Hunger in-store fundraising efforts.
  • Since 2003, Wawa and The Wawa Foundation have contributed more than $14 million to fight hunger and food insecurity by supporting Feeding America Food Banks throughout our market area.
  • CFBNJ manages the campaign on behalf of 42 affiliate food banks, in partnership with Wawa and other participating retailers.

Blue Sky Scrubs Celebrates World Kindness Day

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Sunday, November 12, 2023
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AUSTIN, TX, Nov. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Sky Scrubs ( https://www.blueskyscrubs.com ) is celebrating "World Kindness Day" this Monday by giving away a fun Holiday promotion.

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  • AUSTIN, TX, Nov. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Sky Scrubs ( https://www.blueskyscrubs.com ) is celebrating "World Kindness Day" this Monday by giving away a fun Holiday promotion.
  • Blue Sky Scrubs said it wants the brand associated with World Kindness Day to make "meaningful connections" with nurses, veterinarians, dentists, hygienists, physicians and physician assistants.
  • "World Kindness Day is an opportunity to make a positive difference by being generous," Shelby Marquardt, Blue Sky Scrubs founder and chief designer, said in a release.
  • Blue Sky Scrubs said that it's considering expanding its limited editions scrubs to sell more of its medical clothing across the United States.

Jennie-O® Brand Breaks GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title for Most Turkeys Donated in 24 Hours

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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WILLMAR, Minn., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The makers of the Jennie-O® turkey brand — a trusted brand for turkey products around the world — today announced that they have shattered the previous GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the "Largest Donation of Turkeys in 24 Hours" with their donation of 15,000 whole turkeys, made today on World Kindness Day. Separately, Jennie-O is donating more than 5,000 turkeys to additional charities in the U.S., totaling more than 20,000 turkeys donated this Thanksgiving season.

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  • Separately, Jennie-O is donating more than 5,000 turkeys to additional charities in the U.S., totaling more than 20,000 turkeys donated this Thanksgiving season.
  • The Jennie-O® brand collaborated with NBC's TODAY where weather and feature anchor Al Roker helped set today's record.
  • The other 7,500 turkeys were donated to one of Feeding America's Chicago partners, Greater Chicago Food Depository on November 13.
  • The previous GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title holder for the "Most Turkeys Donated in 24 Hours" was 7,620 turkeys, weighing 142,117.54 pounds in 2022.

KIND Celebrates World Kindness Day with Nourishing Acts of Kindness Across the Country

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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That is why, this World Kindness Day, KIND is joining forces with partners to support communities across the country with nourishing acts of kindness.

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  • That is why, this World Kindness Day, KIND is joining forces with partners to support communities across the country with nourishing acts of kindness.
  • "This World Kindness Day, we embraced the opportunity to spread kindness by focusing on nourishing our communities."
  • KIND Team Members across the country also took part in World Kindness Day by volunteering with nonprofits that help nourish minds, bodies and communities.
  • Following World Kindness Day, to continue the ripple effect of nourishing acts of kindness, KIND will be launching its inaugural Beyond KIND Impact Trip.

Snappy Announces 2023 Holiday Season Charity Partners on World Kindness Day

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, in recognition of World Kindness Day, Snappy is proud to announce its 2023 holiday season charity partners: Make-a-Wish, Mental Health America, One Simple Wish, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Toys for Tots and UNICEF. Snappy is the leading gifting platform that lets gift-givers present curated gift collections that include an option to donate to charity. The platform empowers recipients to choose the present that most resonates with them, guaranteeing the perfect gift every time.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, in recognition of World Kindness Day, Snappy is proud to announce its 2023 holiday season charity partners: Make-a-Wish, Mental Health America, One Simple Wish, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Toys for Tots and UNICEF.
  • Snappy is the leading gifting platform that lets gift-givers present curated gift collections that include an option to donate to charity.
  • Snappy has always been committed to cultivating kindness and we're honored to make it simple for others to join us in giving back this season."
  • Celebrated each year on November 13, World Kindness Day was created by an international coalition of NGOs in 1998 to highlight and encourage acts of kindness.

Four Seasons Honours World Kindness Day with a Global Celebration of Art, Community and Acts of Love

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This World Kindness Day, Four Seasons is embracing its legacy of empathy and personalized service to inspire others to lead with genuine heart. Grounded in the core belief that kindness creates a meaningful sense of belonging, Four Seasons hotels and resorts are uniting in a celebration of kindness on November 13 and beyond through community and artistic collaborations and volunteerism.

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  • "Our World Kindness Day celebration is a natural extension of how we seek to leave a positive, enduring impact on our communities.
  • With a shared passion for the power of kindness, Four Seasons is collaborating with Lilly Singh to inspire kindness through her light-hearted warmth and humour.
  • To kick off the celebration, Lilly joined Four Seasons for an event on November 7 in advance of World Kindness Day at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills .
  • Click here to see a full list of Four Seasons hotels and resorts around the world that are creating kindness in their communities.

KRISPY KREME® Announces Global World Kindness Day Effort

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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As part of a global effort to inspire people to connect with each other and share kindness on World Kindness Day, Krispy Kreme today announced that the first 500 guests who visit each participating shop in the United States on Nov. 13 can receive a dozen Original Glazed® Doughnuts for FREE for them and to share with others – no purchase necessary.

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  • As part of a global effort to inspire people to connect with each other and share kindness on World Kindness Day, Krispy Kreme today announced that the first 500 guests who visit each participating shop in the United States on Nov. 13 can receive a dozen Original Glazed® Doughnuts for FREE for them and to share with others – no purchase necessary.
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    “World Kindness Day is an opportunity to make a positive difference by being generous – from paying it forward to meaningfully connecting with each other.
  • Simple gestures of caring and thanks, including sharing a sweet treat, is a great way to do that,” said Dave Skena, Global Chief Brand Officer for Krispy Kreme.
  • Show how you’re sharing kindness with Krispy Kreme on World Kindness Day, Monday, Nov. 13, by using #KrispyKreme and tagging @krispykreme on social media.

Celebrate National Gratitude Month With New #ThankANeighbor Feature from Nextdoor

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Friday, November 3, 2023
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Nextdoor (NYSE: KIND) today announced the latest addition to their suite of on-platform tools that encourage positive connection with those nearby: #ThankANeighbor.

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  • Nextdoor (NYSE: KIND) today announced the latest addition to their suite of on-platform tools that encourage positive connection with those nearby: #ThankANeighbor.
  • Against the backdrop of November’s National Gratitude Month, #ThankANeighbor gives neighbors on Nextdoor an in-the-moment way to shine a light on those in the community that make a remarkable difference.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231103980228/en/
    #ThankANeighbor, a new feature from Nextdoor (Graphic: Business Wire)
    #ThankANeighbor provides a thoughtful prompt to celebrate the displays of kindness experienced every day.
  • As the ancient proverb says, ‘kindness begets kindness’ and with #ThankANeighbor, we can all create a flywheel of appreciation.”
    Throughout National Gratitude Month, neighbors are encouraged to take advantage of the season with a #ThankANeighbor post.

KIND Ignited a Celebration of Everyday Acts of Kindness on World Kindness Day

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate World Kindness Day, KIND Snacks (KIND) launched a campaign aimed at inspiring acts of kindness across the country. Research shows that people underestimate the power of everyday kind acts and the impact that kindness can have on the recipient.i Kindness is also contagious, and a separate group of researchers found that kindness often begets more kindness.ii

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  • In partnership with Beast Philanthropy Productions, KIND sponsored their most recent video and provided 100,000 KIND bars to kick off MrBeast's attempt at completing 10,000 acts of kindness for World Kindness Day.
  • "It was both our privilege and responsibility to spread kindness this World Kindness Day by living our purpose and leading by example."
  • "This World Kindness Day, I was inspired by KIND and set out to spread kindness in my own community of Greenville, N.C.," said Jimmy Donaldson, also known as MrBeast.
  • Instacart supported KIND's mission of making the world a kinder place by spreading the World Kindness Day message and encouraging consumers to participate in everyday kind acts on its platform.

Operation Smile Celebrates World Kindness Day with Dedicated Student and Medical Volunteers

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Sunday, November 13, 2022
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Nov. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, a coalition of international kindness NGOs, World Kindness Day encourages individuals to highlight good deeds in their communities and to perpetuate the common thread of kindness that connects us. Global surgical nonprofit Operation Smile is using World Kindness Day as an opportunity to feature some of the organization's most dedicated volunteers. These individuals carry out the mission of Operation Smile with enthusiasm and passion and sustain those same values of service and kindness throughout their daily lives.

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  • Operation Smile spreads kindness and compassion to others by providing life-changing surgeries and comprehensive care with the support of devoted volunteers.
  • Global surgical nonprofit Operation Smile is using World Kindness Day as an opportunity to feature some of the organization's most dedicated volunteers.
  • Within the student club, Ethan and his classmates have hosted fundraising events, made blankets to send to Operation Smile patients overseas, and encouraged new member recruitment.
  • Through surgical programs, student programs, and myriad opportunities in between, Operation Smile fosters a community of positivity and kindness at every turn.