Kindness Kampaign’s World Kindness Day Grant: Nominate a Non-Profit
In celebration of World Kindness Day, the Kindness Kampaign is awarding a $1,000 grant to a non-profit organization whose work and an inspiring story reflect the power of compassion, generosity, and human connection.
We believe kindness is more than a moment — it’s a catalyst. This grant honors a non-profit that demonstrates how a single act of empathy can inspire lasting impact in their community.
How to Participate:
Submit an original essay nominating a specific non-profit organization. The essay must respond to the prompt below, using a specific, impactful story to demonstrate how the organization embodies kindness in its mission. One recipient non-profit will be selected based on the essay's authenticity, clarity, and the lasting ripple effect of the story.
Essay Prompt:
In 750 words or fewer, share a moment or instance where the non-profit you are nominating demonstrated extraordinary kindness, compassion, or generosity that directly resulted in a significant positive change.
What non-profit are you nominating?
What happened? Describe the specific act of kindness.
What was the impact? Explain how this moment shaped the lives of those involved or the community.
How does this story reflect the non-profit's larger mission?
Eligibility:
Open to individuals of all ages submitting on behalf of a non-profit.
The nominated organization must be a registered 501(c)(3) (or equivalent registered non-profit status).
Essays must be original, previously unpublished, and submitted by the deadline listed below.
Award:
One nominated non-profit organization will receive a $1,000 grant to support their mission and community-driven goals. The grant check will be made payable directly to the organization.
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
Where to Submit:
Grant Application
In 750 words or fewer, share a moment or instance where the non-profit you are nominating demonstrated extraordinary kindness, compassion, or generosity that directly resulted in a significant positive change.
What non-profit are you nominating?
What happened? Describe the specific act of kindness.
What was the impact? Explain how this moment shaped the lives of those involved or the community.
How does this story reflect the non-profit's larger mission?