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“This is my 19th year working at this school, and I’ve never experienced an act of kindness like this before!” - Teacher's reaction to getting classroom supplies
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What’s Decade of Kindness?
DOK, or Decade of Kindness is a movement to inspire individuals to embrace their decade of life with acts of kindness and discover that true fulfillment comes from making a difference in the lives of others.
Every month we award one person's act $1,000 and at the year's end, award one person with the 10 most inspiring acts $10,000!
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DOK Star Winners
Kindness Bracelets
Adison, in her second decade of life, made and gave away 1,000 bracelets, prompting recipients to perform one good deed in return, igniting a global chain of kindness!
Valentine’s Meals
Marcus, in his third decade of life, transformed Valentine’s Day into a day of compassion for his city’s homeless, providing 100 meals, roses, and more.
Mobility Makeover
Shane, in his third decade of life, rebuilt a wobbly ramp for a senior with cerebral palsy that was causing him to fall, guaranteeing safety and convenience.
How does it work?
1. Plan
Consider the acts you want to do. Need help? Click below to get your free “Kindness Playbook” – a guide for picking, planning, and doing inspiring acts!
2. Perform
Carry out and submit your acts for a chance to win the $1,000 DOK of the Month and $10,000 DOK of the Year Awards!
3. Reward
Each month, the public votes for one exceptional act to win the $1,000 award. At year-end, the public votes for the person whose 10 acts stand out for their uniqueness and impact, with the winner receiving the $10,000 award!
This is for you if
You are inspired to make a difference
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You are seeking personal growth
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You looking for more fulfillment
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You feel behind in your life plans
How DOK can help
Embrace your decade of life with the Decade of Kindness. Break free from society's norms that gauge success by career achievements, wealth, and material possessions. Join us on a journey where the goodness we do for others becomes the real measure of a meaningful and successful life.
Kindness in action
Get inspired by acts of kindness that participants have done! Which one will you do first?
Supplies for Teachers
Donated classroom supplies to inner city school teachers
Treats for Firefighters
Baked and delivered treats to firefighters
Sandwiches for Homeless
Donated home and deli-made sandwiches to a homeless shelter
The origin story
Bryan Tsiliacos is the founder of the Decade of Kindness, a movement inspired by his mission to do 30 acts of kindness to celebrate the decade of his 30s. He has been named one of the kindest people in America by People Magazine and featured on Good Morning America, Washington Post, and more.
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Live in the United States.
Complete and submit proof of your acts of kindness.
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Do a kind deed.
Submit proof of your completed act during any month for consideration. Voting happens in the last week!
Note: Feel free to submit multiple acts within a month, but only one will be considered. Acts do not necessarily have to be completed in the same month you submit them for consideration.
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Complete 10 unique and inspirational acts at any time this year.
Submit proof of your completed acts throughout the year. Voting happens in the last two weeks of December!
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You, as the participant, should organize and do the act. Including friends, family, and community is strongly encouraged!
Make each act unique and spread positivity in different parts of your community or environment. Check out the Kindness Ideas page to see examples, or download the "Kindness Playbook," a guide for picking, planning, and doing inspiring acts!
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DOK of the Month
Judges review submissions for that month and nominate up to three individuals.
You and others vote on the website at the end of the month to pick the winner.
Winner is announced on the website, social pages, and newsletter. Cash reward sent via Paypal.
DOK of the Year
Judges review the participants who completed 10 acts of kindness in 2024. Up to three nominees are chosen.
You and others vote on the website at the end of December to pick the winner.
The big winner is announced on the website, social pages, and newsletter. They will receive:
$10,000 cash prize sent via Paypal.
Custom trophy bearing the title of “Kindest Person of the Year” for their decade.
Custom t-shirt featuring their name and their decade of celebration.
Note: Previous winners of either awards are ineligible for future consideration.