Category: Changemakers

52 Good Deeds for 2026: One for Every Week, Every Season

A new year brings new beginnings – and with it, countless opportunities to do good. But meaningful change doesn’t have to happen all at once. In fact, the most powerful impact often comes from small, consistent actions that grow over time.

New Year, New Ripples: Turning One Day of Good into a Year of Impact

As the New Year begins, there’s a familiar quiet in the air. Calendars are blank again. Messages slow down. And across the Good Deeds Day community, leaders pause – not to plan the next event, but to reflect on something deeper: How do we keep doing good long after the day itself is over?

Snap, Share, Inspire: Join the December Goodness Photo Challenge!

One photo. One act of goodness. One global ripple of good. December is the month of warmth, celebration, and giving – and this year, Good Deeds Day is inviting communities everywhere to join a fun, creative challenge that spreads joy around the world.

Growing Goodness: Volunteer Actions That Lift Up Children

Investing in children’s spaces, learning, and community environments creates a ripple of long-term benefits: improved well-being, educational outcomes, civic engagement, and more inclusive communities.

The Power of Hugs: Small Gestures, Big Impact

In a world that often feels fast-paced and overwhelming, sometimes the simplest gestures carry the greatest power. A hug, a warm embrace between friends, family, or even strangers, can speak volumes without a single word. It’s a universal language of care, comfort, and connection.