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News, announcements, and stories from the ROK community.
Kindness Week Worldwide: 8 Days, 1 Global Movement
Every year, for eight days beginning the Saturday before World Kindness Day and ending the following Saturday, communities around the world come together for Kindness Week Worldwide.
October 7, 2026 · Annie Vann
Meet a ROK Champion of Kindness: Melanie Buttarazzi
Discover how Melanie Buttarazzi became a ROK Champion of Kindness, using passion, the arts, and encouragement to create lasting change for young people.
October 7, 2026 · Annie Vann
Meet a ROK Champion of Kindness: Chris Roupas
Meet Chris Roupas, a volunteer, medical first responder, and passionate advocate for treating every person with love, respect, dignity, and Kindness.
September 7, 2026 · Annie Vann
One ROK Can Start a Ripple: How Kindness Spreads
What if changing the world didn’t require a grand gesture, a million-dollar donation, or a worldwide movement? One small act of Kindness can start a ripple!
September 7, 2026 · Annie Vann
The Science of Kindness: Why Doing Good Feels So Good
Have you ever noticed how good you feel after helping someone? Research suggests that Kindness can have meaningful benefits for both the person giving it and the person receiving it. Learn more today!
August 26, 2026 · Annie Vann
What is a ROK? Turning Everyday Kindness Into a Ripple
At ROKindness.org, everyday acts of Kindness become part of something bigger. Our platform gives people a way to record their ROKs, invite others to participate, and watch as those moments create expanding ripples of Kindness.
August 26, 2026 · Annie