Overview
- Observed every year on November 13, this year’s event is being marked worldwide with a focus on empathy and positive action.
- Created by the World Kindness Movement in 1998 and recognized by UNESCO, the day promotes the positive potential of acts both big and small.
- No official theme has been announced for 2025, following previous focuses such as child development and the unifying power of kindness.
- Coverage and nonprofits offer practical ways to take part, including giving compliments, holding doors, donating essentials, volunteering, and community challenges.
- Corporate participation includes Krispy Kreme’s offer of a free Original Glazed dozen with the purchase of a regular-priced dozen in the U.S. using code BOGOFREE, limited to two deals per guest.