Kindness Starts With One®

Kate Lapetino is ONEderful!  

“In a world where you can be anything, be kind!” is a motto that represents fourth grade teacher, Kate Lapetino. As her teammates, Laurie Mason (left) and Jessica Anderson (right), we nominate Kate (center) as our "One". Kate is a fantastic, motivated, energetic, kind, teacher at Eugene Field Elementary School in Wheeling, Illinois. She has...

Instead of just ONE - it's ONE amazing group of women that are getting together and doing good for their community. Wether it's small acts of kindness like donating hats and mitts to local shelters, to big ones like their 1st annual Galentine's Day charity fundraiser where they donated all proceeds to the YWCA Harbour House (a 30-bed crisis unit...

One of the people who have helped me become a better person is my teacher, Ms Williss. Ever since I had her as my teacher, I have changed from being quiet, to being outgoing, from being passive, to being more assertive, and from not wanting to go to school, to going to school every day, ready to learn and...

My inspiration is my aunt Peggy. She passed away last fall, but her incredible gift to me lives on. She was an elementary school librarian and mentored countless children who came from very difficult circumstances, including me, through kind words, hugs, and Hershey's kisses. She lived by the mottos "what doesn't kill us makes us stronger" and "don't sweat the small...

My one is my wife, Lisa. She is the most compassionate person I know. She has helped me to center my existence and realize the role we all play in things like Random Acts of Kindness. I was always too wrapped up in my own issues, my own life, and my own troubles. Lisa helped me to realize that letting...

My life partner always acts as fuel when my fire seems to be dimming. He always keeps me motivated and encourage. I never knew how impactful words of encouragement could be until I meet him. My job role is one of which I am look upon to encourage others. His guidance and kind words has help me tremendously with my...

My "one" happens to be my brother. He has always been there for me, whether it being for advice or simply helping me with tasks.He's been my role model since I was little and has always inspired me to do great. Although we argue at times, I still love him.

My one, the one that inspire me to be a better person, to continue trying hard, achieve y goals and and work hard is not only one person. I have three young girls; my sisters. They inspire me to be a better person, and to be a role model for them so that they can continue to be the best...

My great grandpa and great grandma are the people who inspires me to be a good person. They're such loving and humble people. They're very honest and i want to grow up to be just like them . My grandma passed away, but she was a strong beautiful female who everyone loved. These two people are the "ones" who make...

My brother. my older brother who keeps me motivated to do better and to be different . My brother went to school for engineering and always tells me to be productive , i started my own hustle i learned t cut hair and i learned on him.

My mom, I may not show it or tell her but I aperetiate and love her. My whole family does not just because she’s part of the family but because she’s a vital piece of our family. I think without her well all fall apart. She constantly goes out of her way despite what she might feel/ be going through....

My one is one of my neighbors because his always their when my family is having a hard time and he always helps us through it his name is ray.

My one is my best friend, always making me think positively, make good choices, changes my mood and also such a great listener. Of course I can’t forget that he is so smart and such a hard worker.

i don’t only have one i have three my sister (20) and my two nieces (17&18) and i’m 17 it might sound weird that we’re all around the same age but those girls are my heart i would do anything for them, they inspire me everyday

my niece, she is 17 years old just like me it’s might sound weird that i’m an aunt and we’re both 17, but she is my bestfriend i love her so much

Yes, I know it would be an obvious choice for many to pick their spouse, but there is a reason my husband is the one. Four years ago, my husband was diagnosed with cancer. The diagnosis came about two weeks before our wedding day. I know he was scared as anyone would be, but he handled everything like a true hero. We...

My 'one' is my best friend Shaidy. She saw something in me when no one else did. She's always encouraging me to do my best. Weve known eachother for over 6 years but we have been through so much these past two years and we continue to comfort each other through all the difficult times.

I love my dog because when i was sad he licked my hand he was the example of kindness fore my wen i came to scool i saw a girl crying so i gabe her a hug and then she felt happy.

My friend Pancho asked me for a dollar for the bus after practice so instead of giving him one dollar i gave him two dollars just in case.

She’s a very beautiful woman, though she does not realize it. Many of the times she’s down cause by the death of my brother. She’s my mother, she has raised me her very best. Most days she isn’t able to bring a smile to her face.. my job as a daughter is to make her happy and let her know...

My buddy Sam is one of the greatest guy I know, he always tries to lift every ones spirits by acting goofy or just trying to make everyone laugh, and for the past year I've looked forward to the class that I have with him.

Gisselle is my best friend and has been with me through thick and thin. I met her my sophomore year in high school and she has been there through our killer laughs, our river of tears, our silent walks and memorable talks. I wouldn't be where I am at right now if it wasn't for her

My mom has made me the person I am today. She has taught me that you don't need anyone in your life to be happy because people can be really backstabbing.

The 'one' person who changed me for the better was this one girl who rejected me. Pretty funny but she actually did. After I asked her out and she rejected me I went through a little of a heartbrake and I turned that and made into something good. I started writting music. In my spared time I just write and...

My mom, She us my one because of all the love she has for the world. She's a down to earth person and I love her very much

She is really nice, kind, helpful to every person who need help in their life or just need to talk to.

She has been the biggest supporter and inspiration I’ve had. She was my AP Psychology teacher but she was more than a teacher to me. She was a friend, someone who I could go to about anything and we could talk about. There wasn’t something we couldn’t connect on. She was a very important part of my year that year....

my neighbor was older, I used to shovel her snow and cut her grass. I also would bring her goodies and stuff. She passed away, I got a knock on the door and it was her brother. He said my sister wants you to have her house, she appreciated you!

My ‘one’ is my entire family. They are my world. My husband is an amazing father and my best friend. My kids are incredible young adults. I am truly blessed-the little and the big things that we all do for each other make my mom heart very full.

Jennifer and Emily they always inspires me on the problems that l have and when is a big problems they like to help me me solve my own problems . And also they make me feel happy when l'm feeling so sad or angry. And sometimes they always tell me to control my emotions.