Stories of Kindness from Around the World

Kindness At The Eye Hospital

Kindness at the Eye Hospital Part 2 I visited my Ophthalmologist on March 23rd. It was 45 days after my cataract surgery. My eyes were checked thoroughly and I was given prescription for glasses. I gave personalized bookmarks for my Ophthalmologist, his brother and father Ophthalmologists as well. His face lighted up with smile. He thanked me. I gave him Fatemah story to read and gave bunch of quote cards to the receptionist on his request. I gave him a book on positive thinking and my story published by author Ramesh Tanna to get inspired to do more kindness. I told him that my Dentist paid me to get some books to gift his patients. He thanked me profusely after I delivered them that I bought from the bookstore.  I cracked some jokes with him.  The image may have some different quote cards and a book.  I thank Sri Sathya Sai Baba for sending me kindness ... Read Full Story >>

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The Local Pub For Volunteering And Connecting

The local pub, now run by volunteers who are from the village is finally open. What a super day we had. I start my shifts next week and I very much look forward to it. It's heart warming to see how many people are helping to get it going and turn it into a beautiful place for the community to gather. It'll have the Cafe (where I'll be helping) and be open during the day for all sorts of activities. Another chance to be part of the community and connect.
One of the team members has been entertaining us with the photos generated with AI :-)

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Kindness Quote Card Display At The Fruit Shop

Kindness at the Fruit Shop

While having morning walk, I bought some fruits. I gave quote cards to the owner to display. He gave me permission to take a picture. I also had a chat with him. He gave me some discount. I thanked him for the displaying QC, a chat and discount as well.

I am grateful to Sri Sathya Sai Baba for making my day to start on a positive note along with vitamin D for my body.



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We Want Peace Not War

We want Peace ! We organized a signature campaign on the theme, "We Want Peace, Not War." People from various sections of the city—including social activists, lawyers, students, teachers, and ordinary citizens—participated enthusiastically in this campaign, pledging to spread the message of peace and unity, and affixing their signatures to the petition. The objective of the program was to raise public awareness regarding the urgent need for peace within the current global landscape—particularly in light of the horrors of the on-going conflict between Israel and Iran. To date, more than 1,700 people have lost their lives in this war, and Iran's Supreme Leader, Khamenei, has reportedly died following an attack in Tehran. The United States and Israel have been conducting continuous strikes on Iranian military bases, while Iran—in coordination with Hezbollah—has launched missile attacks against Israel and the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad. These actions are yielding dire consequences. If this conflict continues ... Read Full Story >>

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Longtime Friends

Longtime friends will be coming over the end of March to help celebrate my husband’s 80th birthday. They are coming with their son (whom we’ve known since he was born) & his just turned 2 daughter. So I ordered this little toddler chair, shown in this picture, so she’ll have a place to sit & they can take it home with them.

🐶 I also have a little stuffed dog to give her. They tell me she loves stuffed animals and she hugs hers & talks to them :)))

We have been friends for over 50 years. Looking forward to being together. ❤️

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Wildfire Update

Dear KindSpring friends, thank you for your thoughts, prayers and concern during the ongoing wildland Qury Fire in the southern Black Hills of South Dakota, USA that began Thursday afternoon, March 12th, 2026. Excerpt from🔥Daily Update for March 19, 2026🔥: “Cause: Under Investigation Size: 9,161 acres (14.32 miles) Containment: 44% Personnel: ~328 Current Situation: Containment lines are holding, but the interior of the fire is still burning. Red flag warning.” Local restaurants have been providing meals for the firefighters, plus donations of snacks and beverages are currently being accepted at the armory, where we dropped off some megapacks of assorted energy bars yesterday. Offers of help and support continue to inundate the Custer community, from free housing, to boarding horses, chickens, etc… We were fortunate not to be evacuated, but many were, and at its closest, we were only 2 miles from the flames. Volunteering at a local foodbank last weekend, we learned firsthand from displaced and directly affected persons, the ... Read Full Story >>

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Donating More Knitting

I joined the knit and natter group that meets in the communal lounge of our block of flats. Rachel who is employed to provide activities for the residents was unavailable yesterday. Undaunted, I took a project that is near completion and chatted to the other residents who joined me.

About half way through, Julie the Health Care Manager popped in. She asked if I was enjoying knitting and whether I'd made some of the knitted objects which were part of a fund raiser. I said I was enjoying knitting but I hadn't made the knitted objects she mentioned. I told her I was in the process of finishing a soft toy which I began before I moved in. 'That's a shame, it would have been good to put it in the fund raiser.' I looked in my bag and found a knitted bag, I made a while ago and hadn't donated anywhere. I offered her that and she was very pleased.

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Firewood

We all have a friend who hasn't got it together, right? I have a friend like that, who never has firewood come winter. Firewood costs either money or effort and when it's cold or rainy I'm not inclined to give mine away. I've come with a plan. I've now finished collecting all the litter in my immediate vicinity on my morning walks, so I've switched to filling my bag with pieces of wood. We've had woodies in recently clearing land so there are loads of small pieces they couldn't be bothered with there for the taking. I figure that if I collect a bag each time I walk, by the time next winter comes around I'll have enough that I'll feel more enthusiastic about giving it away.

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Trailer Loaned

Our own trailer wasn't ready this weekend, so the guy who is building it loaned us one of his own. When we loaded up to come home we discovered that the electrics on it weren't working properly - dangerous and fineable if we were stopped. No electricity at the track and getting dark. One of the guys there opened up a garage space he had access to and allowed us to make the repairs there, lending us tools and good spirits until we were finally able to set off home. Very grateful indeed that he was willing to stay with us so late on a Saturday night when I'm sure he had other things to do.

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Giving Movie Coupons To Strangers

I had some coupons for the movie theatre that would expire on March 31/2026.

Two were Buy One Adult Movie Admission, Get Second for Free. And one was for a free pop (soda) with popcorn purchase.

I was not going to use them, and did not want them to go to waste, so I went to a theatre and waited to offer them to strangers who were going to see a movie.

I was able to give them all out.

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Care Package, Raok, And Thank You Note

Sent another care package to Ukraine for my friend 'i' and his family. Sweets, treats, and other special requests that cannot be acquired in Ukraine, I'm excited for them to receive the package!

Was in the grocery store yesterday and a woman asked me if I could get something from the top shelf for her. She apologized for the inconvenience, but I told her "no inconvenience at all, I'm happy to help" :)

Was away last week for a conference; when I got home I hand wrote and sent "thank you" notes to a handful of the doctors I work with, thanking them for their help and guidance. Nothing like receiving a hand-written note!

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Pregnant Girl Nutrition

My mother passed on the value of service to me. One of her favorite acts of kindness was helping pregnant girls who had no support. Whenever my mother heard that a young girl was pregnant and needed help, she would personally go to her with special nutritious food to support her health.
Today, I continued the same tradition. Near the place where I live, a girl is pregnant, so I took a special nutrition kit for her and also a baby kit for the coming child. I even met the baby, who was very cute.
I never miss doing this kind of work, because it reminds me of my mother and the values she gave me. 🙏💛

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Keeping City Parks Free Of Cigarette Butts

The parks in my city are No Smoking Parks.

Unfortunately, the smokers choose to ignore this, and smoke at the park benches every day, leaving their littered cigarette butts nearby.

I have started leaving an empty metal can for the butts and it seems to be working,

I try to clear the butts from the can and put them in a bag and then the garbage

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Helping Sister

Today I was sitting and drinking tea near a sugarcane farm. After some time, two children came running to me and said, “Sir, please help us. Something has happened to our mother. She suddenly fell down.”
I immediately went with the children. When I reached there, I saw that their mother had really fallen down and was unconscious. I quickly picked her up in my arms and brought her under the shade of a tree.
Then I called my NGO and arranged for a doctor. The doctor came and checked her. He said that she had fainted because she had not eaten food for a long time. The doctor gave her an injection and told us to bring some medicines. He also said that once she becomes fully conscious, she should be taken to the hospital for a check-up.
After that, I helped her sit in an auto-rickshaw and took her home. I also bought some snacks for the children and some groceries for the house. Before leaving, I told the children that I will come again tomorrow to check on them.

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Volunteer And Sympathetic Gesture

Wrote a sympathy card for a neighbor who recently lost a friend and included "forget-me-not" seeds she can plant so their blooms will remind her of her friend. Making muffins most Fridays to fuel a group of people running for a good cause. (They train on Saturday mornings) Volunteered to facilitate a faculty mindfulness community at our college!

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Offering Help To Strangers

Offering Help to strangers.

On the way I helped a young stranger reach the sports academy on time.

Yesterday, I was going to my place on my bike.There was a young boy standing on the way waiting for public transport. He was looking upset and helpless. I stopped my bike near him and asked what happened. Can I do something? He said he is getting late for the sports academy but there is no public transport. i said don't worry, please come with me, i will drop you there. Initially he showed some hesitation but after my request he accepted my offer and sat on the bike. On the way we shared a brief intro about each other and had some fun. He offered me some water and helped me by showing the direction. We reached the destination on time. Before entering the academy he gave a big smile and said thanks. He was looking very relaxed and thankful.


Thanks to him..


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Thankfully, I Do Meaningful Teamwork

Thankfully, I do teamwork from home for a children's nonprofit.

Yesterday, I emailed a part-time administrative new hire to share my empathy and gratitude for their family's labors of love, social sacrifices, and exhaustive efforts in giving such service to our annual staff party.

I appreciate that I also received a kind response in thankfulness & learned it made their day.

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Adoption story continues

Today was a very emotional day. Sadly, the father of the young boy passed away and the child was left alone in this world.
After completing all the legal adoption procedures, the boy has now been placed with one of my generous donors’ families. They have lovingly accepted him and will take care of him for the rest of his life.
I pray that this child finds love, safety, and a bright future in his new home. Sometimes life takes away something, but God also sends new people to protect and support us.
May his father’s soul rest in peace, and may this child’s new journey be filled with hope and happiness. 🙏

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Kindness At The Eye Hospital

Kindness at the Eye Hospital, I thank God for helping me finding out from the internet that due to dehydration or drinking less water increases eye pressure. I started drinking more water that resulted in normal eya pressure. Two Opthalmologists confirmed my eye pressure was normal. Dr. SG suggested to have cataract surgery at SRG Hospital. It has well trained proffesional and helpful staff. The Hospital and operation rooms are neat and clean. I am thankful to Ms N and MS B for suggesting me this hospital. On February 5, my cataract surgery was painless and successful I am thankful to Dr. SG for selecting the best plan for my cataract surgery and make it a great a success. I am grateful to Mr. L for giving me rides. I cracked jokes with doctor, gave positive thining booklet to 3 of the hospital staff and two patient and family in waiting room. Told intense ... Read Full Story >>

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Adoption Kids

Today I went to a friend’s house. We were having tea and snacks when my friend’s father received a phone call. We came to know that a person had passed away. My friend and I went to attend the funeral. The person who passed away had only one child, a boy who looked about 12 years old. Now he had become an orphan. The child was crying a lot. He had no support to continue his life. Then I remembered that in Surat there is a donor I know who does not have any children. I called him and explained the whole situation. He immediately came to the location with his wife. They saw the child and said, “From today, we will be his parents.” After that, I called everyone nearby and said that I would like this child to be taken care of and raised by my donor. I told them they ... Read Full Story >>

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