Celebrating Good Deeds Day 2025 Around the World

Good Deeds Day 2025 was a tremendous success with  millions of people  participating from across the world. In over 115 countries including five new first-timers – Ethiopia, Jamaica, China, Botswana, and Hungary – people, families, schools, nonprofits, and businesses made a global impact through acts of kindness and community service.

On April 6, 2025, over 563,000 projects were carried out worldwide, spanning diverse areas such as environmental action, elderly care, health, animal welfare, education, youth support, and more.

Among the many incredible and creative initiatives, three standout themes emerged:
Education & Leadership, Caring for the Environment, and Health & Wellbeing — showing the heart of Good Deeds Day in action. Here are 11 of the most creative projects from around the world:

Mexico

Día de las Buenas Acciones México, and Caro Kann Chiapas, brought the community together through the power of chess and compassion! They believe in community philanthropy as a path to collective well-being.

This year, they used chess as more than a game — it became a tool for education, connection, and emotional growth. With their giant chessboard as a symbol of inclusion and reflection, children, youth, and adults came together to share matches that sparked conversations, inspired learning, and built lasting bonds.

A partnership with the Secretariat, civil organizations, companies, and committed people joined forces to do good without boundaries — planting seeds of hope and strengthening the social fabric through meaningful action.

United States

For Good Deeds Day, ISG Cares in South Florida showed up with heart and purpose. Their dedicated team of volunteers came together to serve hot meals to members of the community who might otherwise go without. This simple yet powerful act of kindness reflects what Good Deeds Day is all about — caring, sharing, and making sure no one is left behind.

Poland

Good Deeds Day in Poland, led by the amazing volunteers from Regionalne Centrum Wolontariatu w Kielcach, was a day full of kindness, care, and community spirit. From handing out seedlings with eco-brochures, balloons, and sweets, to organizing memory therapy workshops and visiting the Single Mothers Home — every moment brought warmth and connection.

Volunteers trained 42 people in first aid, made dozens of handmade cards for children in the Psychiatry Department, and delivered “52 Bags of Kindness” from students and staff — all proving that doing good can mean safety, empathy, and working together.

Jamaica

Good Deeds Day Jamaica was marked by compassion and meaningful service at the Gospel Lighthouse Church Soup Kitchen event. Volunteers came together to prepare and distribute meals to over 200 people, including those who were ill or homebound, ensuring that no one was left without care or nourishment. Following an inspiring service, the team extended their efforts into the community, demonstrating the true spirit of Good Deeds Day through collective action and heartfelt generosity.

Vietnam

Vietnam witnessed remarkable participation, with approximately 10,000 participants — including companies, local governments, clubs, and volunteer teams — engaging in various activities to spread kindness and positive messages throughout the community. ​

In Gia Lai province, the Fly To Sky charity group, in collaboration with the National Volunteer Center, organized a heartwarming initiative at Gia Lai Children’s Hospital. Volunteers distributed gifts and provided support to young patients, bringing smiles and comfort to children facing health challenges. ​These efforts reflect Vietnam’s commitment to fostering a culture of volunteerism and community support, demonstrating the profound impact of collective good deeds.

Paraguay

Día de las Buenas Acciones Paraguay was a vibrant and heartfelt celebration of kindness, culture, and community! Across the country, events were held for people of all ages, bringing together children, youth, adults, and seniors in a powerful display of unity and giving. From poetry and dance to music and joyful gatherings, it was a true explosion of love and solidarity.  There were no barriers and no limits; just open hearts and a shared desire to do good.

 

 

 

 

 

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Uganda

Good Deeds Day Uganda marked the occasion in a powerful and meaningful way by joining the #KabakaRun2025, an event dedicated to the goal of ending HIV/AIDS by 2030. Recognizing the vital role that cultural institutions play in empowering girls and supporting their growth, the team stood in solidarity for a healthier, more equitable future. Good Deeds Day was filled with purpose, unity, action, and standing up for change.

United Kingdom

HandsOn London celebrated Good Deeds Day with not one, but two incredible Community Days — at Gillespie Park and Railside Community Garden!Volunteers rolled up their sleeves and got involved in tree planting, nature talks, woodland walks, and more. Volunteers connected with nature and gave back to the community in meaningful ways.

Nepal

Good Deeds Day Nepal was all about learning, action, and empowerment. In collaboration with the National Forum for Advocacy Nepal, a powerful workshop on climate change and environmental sustainability, Good Deeds Day brought together passionate youth, including representatives from Amnesty International Nepal Forestry Youth Network. The sessions were not only educational but deeply inspiring — highlighting the urgent need for environmental action and the crucial role young people play in building a greener future.

Haiti

For Good Deeds Day in Haiti, Action Toward Initiatives and Volunteering for Education in Haiti (ACTIVEH) and their partner Initiative Communautaire pour une Mobilisation Sanitaire (ICMS) brought healthcare directly to the people who need it most. With the help of 20 dedicated volunteers, they organized a mobile clinic near Hinche, providing essential medical care to over 100 people in an underserved community. This meaningful effort highlights the power of compassion and community service, and the importance of ensuring access to healthcare for all.

 India

Good Deeds Day in India was a powerful celebration of youth, unity, and collective action that was made possible by the incredible efforts of organizations across the country, including Bhumi, one of the many organizations leading the way in doing good.

On April 6th, students and changemakers from 27 college clubs, more than 150  GDD leaders, and over 10,000 volunteers came together to host more than 80 impactful events that sparked positive change in communities nationwide.