In loving memory of our dear friend SuEllen Fried. Your ripples of kindness continue within us each and every day!
2026 Ripple of Kindness Award Nominations will open on October 1, 2025.
Is there someone in your life who goes above and beyond to show kindness? Who stands out to you as someone whose unwavering commitment to kindness is making a true difference?
Nominate this inspiring individual for the 2026 Ripple of Kindness Award! Submit your nomination by December 24, 2025, at 11:59 pm (CST). If you want to be notified when the 2026 nominations open, click here.
For inspiration, visit our Ripple of Kindness Hall of Fame. Nominations are open to all ages!
Welcome to the Ripple of Kindness Hall of Fame
Every year, we recognize individuals throughout our community who have gone above and beyond in demonstrating kindness.
We want to thank these individuals and give you a chance to learn more about them.
Presented by SevenDays®, a 501c-3, the Ripple of Kindness Award recognizes an individual who lives and/or works in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area and who has gone above and beyond in demonstrating kindness through their actions and words over the course of the past year.
The honoree is someone who exemplifies the mission of SevenDays®, to overcome hate by promoting kindness and understanding through education and dialogue, and whose impact on our community is apparent but with no expectation of reward or return. Our Kindness Award Winner will receive a plaque, public relations related to their ripple of kindness, and two free tickets to our celebratory SevenDays® Kindness Breakfast.