The Scoop

Hey everyone,

This is the first post for Random Acts of Kindness :). If I had to guess I bet some of you are still unsure of what we're really about. There's a deeper meaning to this whole idea. Here's a fictional story to demonstrate:

You've been at school for about 3 weeks. It's your sophomore year, so you’re starting to get this college thing figured out. One of your best friends at school, Ben, had not been himself lately. You talk to him and find out his Dad just lost his job. Ben's parents are divorced and his Dad can barely support himself financially. Ben puts in close to 20 hours a week at the on campus dining hall; Dobbins. Ben has been on a level one meal plan since freshman year and he's struggling to make ends meet. He never even gets to go out on the weekend!

Ben's your bro and you really want to help him out. Only thing is, you don't know how. You do not really have the time,effort, energy, or financial resources to help. You tell Ben you'll keep him in your thoughts and prayers, but deep down inside you want to go a step further....                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

This is where Random Acts of Kindness comes in:  You're walking out of Bruno's (On-Campus Dining) one day and you see an advertisement for this organization called "Random Acts of Kindness. " You notice something about helping friends in need. For some reason, you decide to check out their website and fill out a request form....that weekend Ben returns to his room to find a basket filled with all sorts of wonderful grub. Ben feels as if a weight has been lifted off his chest and is grateful that someone out there cares. There's a shoulder for him to lean on. .....                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

These are the principles Random Acts of Kindness was founded on. Hopefully Ben see's our letter inside the basket, is inspired, and refers one of his friends, colleagues, etc. By taking 5 minutes of your time to recommend an individual, group, or community in need, you can make a huge difference.  In addition, we are open to different ways to serve. Is there someone you would just like to say thank you to? Is there a service project you need help organizing? Is there any way we can give back because.... WE'RE HERE FOR YOU!  

"Look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others."