Good Deeds Day is a global movement launched in 2007 by Israeli businesswoman and philanthropist Shari Arison, through the non-profit organization Ruach Tova. The goal is to inspire and mobilize millions of people worldwide to volunteer and perform acts of kindness to improve their communities and the lives of others, promoting a global culture of “thinking good, talking good, and doing good”.
History and Background
- Origin:
Good Deeds Day began in Israel in 2007, initiated by Shari Arison, who is also the founder of Good Deeds Day.
- Organization:
The event is organized by Ruach Tova, a non-governmental organization and an Israeli national volunteer center that is part of the Ted Arison Family Foundation.
- Vision:
The core idea, articulated by Shari Arison, is to foster a worldwide network of good deeds, believing that “the circle of good will grow worldwide when people think good, talk good and do good”.
- Global Movement:
Since its inception, Good Deeds Day has grown into a global movement, uniting people and organizations from many countries for an annual day of volunteering and positive action.
Key Aspects
- Focus:
The movement emphasizes the importance of volunteering and performing acts of kindness, whether big or small, to make a difference.
- Participation:
It involves individuals, schoolchildren, students, employees, and many companies and organizations from all sectors of society, according to amaidi.org.
- Impact:
Good Deeds Day has a significant global impact, with millions of volunteers participating annually to create positive change through various activities like community cleanups, helping the elderly, or supporting those in need.