Kindness Starts With One®

My Dad inspires me to work harder in my studies. He encourages my brother to do the same and never give up. Whenever we are in a bad situation always stays positive. He helps other people when they need help and always lives each day to the fullest. He says to look forward to the next day.

My grandma has always been an inspiration to me ever since I was a little girl. She’s taught me countless life lessons that I use every day. She is so caring and gentle to everyone she meets. She makes me a better human being by learning and following suit in how she lived her life. I appreciate everything she’s ever...

My Dad he has always been supportive me and my dreams. Also, he goes out of his way to make my dreams come true.

This is my mom, Ginny Meeks. She has always been my role model. No matter what she was going through, she was always there for me, encouraging me to be the best version of myself. She has always taught me to recognize right from wrong. Even after she passed away, she is the person that has made me who I...

Steve Nichols is an amazing person, and even more importantly, an amazing dad. He inspires me to look at each day as something unique, and something to look forward to. Through his eyes, everything is positive. He is very optimistic, likable, and looking out for others. I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like him. He loves to be in the...

I admire JH because he is the funniest and nicest person I know. Also, one day when all the lunch tables were full I went to go sit at an open one by myself and JH saw me sitting and eating by myself so he came over and sat next to me and ate with me. I thought that him...

Mary Moriarty was my 11th grade English teacher, and one of the biggest influences on me, both as a teacher and as a person. She was energetic, creative, humorous, and kind. She knew her subject well, but she also knew her students. She was very compassionate, and when I made mistakes, she was always there to lift me up and...

I admire my volleyball coach because she knows what to say to get the team ready to play a big game. She always does what is best for the team. If you are having a bad day she helps you get back to playing how you normally play. She pushes us and wants us to be the best players we...

Steve Nichols is an amazing person, and even more importantly, an amazing dad. He inspires me to look at each day as something unique, and something to look forward to. Through his eyes, everything is positive. He is very optimistic, likable, and looking out for others. I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like him. He loves to be in the...

Wayne McFee has inspired me to be a better person in life, in school, and in sports. He is always respectful and understanding towards many people in his life. He cares for his family, and pushes many people to succeed in what they do. He takes the initiative to help people or bring people up if they are sad, even...

This is my grandfather. He was a physician working with the Coast Guard and almost became an admiral. He taught me so many things, and set an example for who I want to be. He taught me everything I know about science.

My Dad, M. Hochman He has always been supportive of me and my dreams. My dad will also go out of his way to make my dreams come true.

I admire my mom because she is always kind to my sister and me. She shows empathy for us when something goes wrong and tries to help us in any way. When someone is sad or hurt, she always has a way to help them feel better. She has taught my sister and me how to treat other people with...

The person that inspires me is my dad. His name is Erik Kreutner and he is the principal of Mason Preparatory School. He inspires me by setting a good example for me and teaching me not to judge or stereotype people among many other things. One very important lesson he taught me was to treat others how you would like...

I admire my mom because she is always kind to my sister and me. She shows empathy for us when something goes wrong and tries to help us in any way. When someone is sad or hurt, she always has a way to help them feel better. She has taught my sister and me how to treat other people with...

I admire a family friend because she always puts other people before her. She has had many surgeries but asks if people need help while she is in pain. Every Christmas she sends me a gift card and calls my mother for an hour because she thinks of my mother as her daughter and me as one of her many...

This is DS and she is about the strongest person I know. She has been through so much and stayed brave and strong through it all. She has taught me so much about how to stay positive and happy during bad days and “rough patches” in life. She has never failed to make me laugh and she inspires me every...

I admire my school volleyball coach because she always believed in me. During the volleyball season she would be encouraging and tell me ways that I could improve. She should me how to be a great team player and to never give up on myself or my team. She has such a kind and caring heart and always wants to...

This is my grandma, Nanu, she inspires me to be a better person every day. She has been through a lot but stays positive and happy and never fails at making me laugh. She always tells me live every moment because you don’t know how long you have. She volunteers at her local food bank and gives every day...

Jodie Cochran is the kindest person I know. My mom is always showing me kindness and putting others first. she is always looking for a way to be kind and ever since I was young she taught me how to be kind. She is always supporting me and helping me become the best person I can be. She is always...

Mr. Horne is a very caring, encouraging person. he treats everyone the same, and always has a smile and a happy attitude.

T.M. is one of the most inspirational people I know. They represent many of the things I want to be in life. They are very resourceful, kind, and they always try to find solutions to my complaints. They taught me problem solving, and even though I hated it at first, I’m thankful for all they’ve done for me.

I look up too many people in this world, but the main one would have to be my counselor. I have been seeing her for more than 5 years now, and she has helped me tremendously. Whenever I go, I can vent, and she always listens carefully, and gives me advice. She is always kind to my family and I,...

I admire my mom because she is a very outgoing person and she is very hard working. My mom shows me to never give up even when things get hard or they aren’t going my way. My mom never says no, and she will do anything and everything for a friend or family member. My mom is caring, she always...

I chose AHW because she’s kind to everyone and if she sees someone sitting alone she’ll go up and talk to them. She always finds a way to make everyone smile and is very supportive. She sends hilarious texts all the time to cheer me up or to just make me laugh. She also facetimes me whenever she can and...

I admire SE I admire her because she has shown me how to care for others, be honest, and helpful at the same time. Within the past three years she has shown me what it is like to have challenges and fight through them. She may have been hurting on the inside but did not let anyone see it at...

This is Lisa Philp. She is my mom. She inspires me because she is incredibly kind and nurturing. Whenever I am lonely or sad she always tells me everything is going to be alright. When people have bullied me in the past she encourages, and tells me it is okay. She always knows how to make me smile or laugh....

I choose Sarah, because she is always supporting. She makes me smile even though I feel like hiding under a blanket and never get up. She always gives me a reason to be happy and smile. She is my inspiration to do good in life and to be kind. She is the best friend in the whole wide world.

The person who inspires me is my cousin Kendra Bailey. She is an incredible CrossFit athlete and coach. Every time I hear about Kendra’s accomplishments, I am inspired to make better choices about my body and health. Kendra has an incredible drive to push her limits. I hope I got some of that gene!

My ONE is Randy, my husband. He has shown Random Acts of Kindness to me almost every day for over 30 years. Sometimes he does simple things, like make a salad for my next day's lunch while he is making one for himself. He has suprised me with my very favorite dessert simply to express his kindness to me. When I...