World Kindness Day 2025
World Kindness Day 2025 is observed globally on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
An international day promoting acts of kindness, World Kindness Day brings together people, schools, and organizations to highlight the value of compassion in everyday life.
About World Kindness Day
World Kindness Day is an annual international observance that encourages individuals and communities to perform deliberate acts of kindness. The day is recognized in dozens of countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Japan.
History
World Kindness Day was launched in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, a coalition of kindness organizations from around the world that first met in Tokyo in 1997. The Movement was officially registered as a nonprofit in Switzerland in 2019 and now operates in more than 30 countries.
Ideas for Acts of Kindness
- Pay for someone's coffee or meal anonymously
- Write a thank-you note to a teacher, mentor, or coworker
- Donate clothing, food, or money to a local charity
- Volunteer time at a community organization
- Compliment a stranger or check in on a friend you haven't spoken to in a while
- Leave a generous tip for a service worker
Frequently Asked Questions
When is World Kindness Day 2025?
World Kindness Day 2025 is observed on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
Who founded World Kindness Day?
It was founded in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, a coalition of kindness organizations that first met in Tokyo in 1997.
Is World Kindness Day a public holiday?
No. World Kindness Day is an awareness observance - it is not a U.S. federal or international public holiday.