Family acts of kindness
86 ideas for family. Pick one, do it, and the day counts.
- Takes a minuteHelp with household chores
- EasySpend quality time with a sibling
- EasyCall a grandparent or grandchild
- Takes a minuteHelp kids with homework
- Takes a minutePlan a family game night featuring everyone's favorite games
- EasyLeave a sweet note for someone in your family
- EasyCall an extended family member
- EasyTell a family member something you admire about them
- EasyAsk someone in your household what you can do to make their day a little brighter
- EasyLet a family member choose what music is on
- Takes a minuteAsk your sibling if they want to play a game and let them choose which one
- EasyLet a family member choose what movie to watch together
- EasyClean up a shared space without being asked
- EasySend an encouraging voice message to a relative
- EasyShare a fun family memory or photo with a relative
- EasyAsk an older relative about one of their happiest childhood memories
- EasyTake time to notice and thank people for what they do around the house
- EasyReach out to whoever raised you and thank them for specific things that they did to bless your life
- EasyReach out to a family member and tell them about a time they made your day
- EasyAsk a family member about the best part of their week
- EasyText a relative you haven't spoken to for awhile just to check in
- EasyMake a family member laugh with a joke, meme, or GIF
- EasyGive a family member your full attention when they are talking
- Takes a minuteSurprise clean the kitchen
- EasyAsk a family member what made them smile today
- EasyListen when a family member is sharing a struggle without judgement or jumping to solutions
- EasyFaceTime a relative that lives far away
- EasyIf someone is doing a chore, unexpectedly jump in to help
- EasyAsk a family member if they need help with laundry
- EasyAsk a family member if they want to go for a walk
- EasyThink of a hero in your family. Reach out and tell them that they are one of your heroes and why
- EasyReach out and ask a family member what was a highlight and what was hard that week
- EasyCompliment your mom or dad
- EasyText a sibling one of your favorite memories together
- EasyReach out to a family member and share two of your favorite qualities of theirs
- EasyListen to a family member play an instrument and tell them what you loved about it
- A bigger gestureAsk a family member if they have any book recommendations and try one
- Takes a minuteText each of your siblings one thing you love about them
- EasyLeave a kind sticky note somewhere a family member will see it
- EasyGive a family member a big hug
- Takes a minuteUnexpectedly offer to help make dinner
- Takes a minuteChoose to forgive and think about 2 things you love about that person
- Takes a minutePlan a family game night
- Takes a minuteDo the dishes or unload without being asked
- A bigger gestureDo yardwork for a family member
- Takes a minuteMake someone's favorite snack
- A bigger gestureStart a jar where your family can put in happy family memories
- Takes a minuteWrite a thoughtful letter to a relative
- A bigger gestureMake a surprise package to brighten a relative's day and mail it
- Takes a minuteLet a family member teach you one of their favorite games
- Takes a minuteGo watch a family member's performance or game to support them
- A bigger gestureCreate a playlist of nostalgic family songs and share it with your family
- A bigger gestureCreate a playlist of songs that brighten your day and share it with a family member
- A bigger gestureReach out to people who know a relative and compile a collection of videos telling that relative the difference they make
- Takes a minuteArrange a video call with family members who would enjoy catching up
- A bigger gestureCreate a slideshow of fun family memories and share it with them
- A bigger gestureCreate a homemade coupon book of simple favors you can do and give it to a relative
- Takes a minuteSet up a family movie night
- Takes a minuteWrite a letter telling a relative how they've postively influenced your life
- Takes a minuteHave a special evening where you remember a loved one whose passed on by sharing memories or doing something they loved
- A bigger gestureCreate artwork for a family member
- A bigger gestureSew something for a relative
- A bigger gestureWrite a poem for a family member
- A bigger gestureAsk a relative if you can interview them and write down some of their stories
- A bigger gestureCreate a memory or photo book for a relative
- A bigger gestureOrganize a family reunion!
- A bigger gestureHave a family night where you learn about your great or great-great grandparents through photos and memories
- Takes a minutePut flowers on the grave of a loved one
- A bigger gestureDo family history work! Help index names, figure out your family tree, or attach historical sources
- A bigger gestureOrganize a talent show or performance for your parents or grandparents
- Takes a minuteInvite a relative to lunch
- EasyChoose to be completely present with your family, setting aside any distractions to focus on them
- Takes a minuteOffer to help a relative with something that they are stressed about
- Takes a minuteAsk a parent or grandparent if they'd like to do one of their favorite activities with you
- EasyCall a parent unexpectedly just to catch up and tell them you love them
- Takes a minuteJoin a family member in an activity they love
- Takes a minuteAsk a family member to teach you a skill they like sharing
- Takes a minutePlan an hour (distraction free) where you do whatever a family member wants to do
- EasyGive your kid your undivided attention when they tell you something they're excited about
- Takes a minuteLet kids pick what is for dinner
- Takes a minuteSpend one-on-one time with one of your kids doing an activity they choose
- Takes a minuteVisit a family member you haven't talked to in a bit
- Takes a minuteSurprise a family member with flowers
- Takes a minuteMake a handmade birthday card for a family member
- Takes a minuteInvite a kid to teach you something they're proud of knowing
- A bigger gestureCreate a collection of family recipes and share it with your family members