You may not even remember some of the simple random acts of kindness you perform in this fast-paced world that seems to be getting busier by the day–When you let that minivan merge onto the interstate instead of keeping your nose bumper-to-bumper with the car ahead of you, or when you let the adolescent in line with two things go ahead of you at the grocery store.
These tiny gestures, though seemingly insignificant, may make a tremendous difference in our world and can be done regardless of your financial situation. (As a result, keep doing it!) But what if you have the resources to do more? What kind of random acts of kindness could you do to brighten someone’s day and make them feel better, like my friend from school? Here are a few recommendations:
Adopt a Group of People:
The church community has united for years to purchase gifts for children in foster care. They receive a list of suggested things for each child in the programme, which is under $25. I’ve noticed that the requests have shifted from specific items or clothes sizes to essentially gift cards throughout the years.
While some have argued that purchasing gift cards instead of presents reduces the work involved in providing service, I believe the contrary is true. I used to be concerned that children would only receive one present. That year might receive something that didn’t fit or that they didn’t enjoy.
I’m sure these youngsters will have a better time with gift cards. Adopting a family does not need participation in a programme. Because plastic cards are anonymous, you can leave one on the porch of a family in need. You can buy gift for boys online and make them happy by giving them gifts.
Return to the Favor:
Buy a gift card to a doughnut shop, ice cream shop, coffee shop, or similar retailer with sales of less than $10 typically. And leave it at the counter for the cashier to use, just like the gentleman who paid for my friend’s latte at random. Instead of being greedy, customers will attempt to extend the donating as long as feasible. Several customers at restaurants morning cut their orders or paid for part of them with cash. So that more people may take advantage of the freebie.
Call a Friend:
Give someone living on the street a prepaid phone card. A cell phone is not available to everyone. Giving someone a chance to call home for the holidays could be just what they need to get through a difficult time.
Leave a Special Remark:
When you next visit a restaurant, don’t merely leave a cash tip for the server. Also, place a gift card on the table. Gift cards to iTunes or Google Play work for almost everyone, and they don’t have to be expensive to be enjoyable.
Bus Ticket:
Pay for a day’s worth of public transportation, an hour’s worth, or even the next rider’s fare. Purchase many bus tokens and leave them with the driver to distribute when passengers board.
Handouts at Random:
Carry a stack of online gift delivery cards in your pocket to give to those you see, whether you leave them anonymously on car windshields or hand them over in person to strangers. Leave one with a bank teller, a supermarket cashier, or a gas station worker.
Gift Card Suggestions:
Gift cards are sold in multipacks at grocery stores. Buy a bundle of iTunes, Starbucks, or Target gift cards and keep them on hand when inspiration strikes. Keep a permanent marker in your purse or your vehicle. Write a friendly word or message on the front of a gift card before leaving it anonymously. (Only the magnetic stripe and the terms and conditions on the back of the card should be written over.) Order Visa gift cards in bulk and put “HAVE A GOOD DAY” stamped on the message line for added ease. When the cards arrive, please take a few minutes to activate each one so that the recipients can use them right away.
Who should you give a gift to?
Though it may seem natural to give random kindness gift cards to people who look to be in need, I believe you will be surprised to learn that even those who appear to be wealthy would respond positively. After all, we all have bad days now and again, and we could all use a break that would positively impact others. My schoolmate has more than enough money in her bank account to buy a cup of coffee. However, having it purchased for her made a significant impact on her day. When I left the classroom an hour later, she was still happy and chatting about the experience. Everyone else in the room was moved, too, as they reflected on that one person’s charity. I assume we all carried the good vibes home with us and returned the favor in some manner. Even if it was only by slowing down in our cars on the way home to let merging traffic into our lanes. What other ways do you believe individuals can be surprised using gift cards?
