Global Smiles Map: Tracking Acts of Kindness Around the World by Make Em Smile Foundation

2023-10-15: Coffee Chain of Kindness

makeemsmilefoundation — 2025-04-02 19:19:18 UTC

At a local Starbucks, a customer started a 'pay it forward' chain that lasted for 4 hours! One person's simple decision to pay for the next customer's drink created a chain reaction of kindness, affecting over 100 people throughout the morning. The baristas reported that customers were moved to tears by the unexpected generosity. 🧡☕

2023-09-28: Classroom Supplies for All

makeemsmilefoundation — 2025-04-02 19:19:18 UTC

A teacher noticed some students couldn't afford school supplies. Without drawing attention to specific students, she created a 'supply sharing corner' in her classroom where students could take what they needed and leave what they could share. The entire class embraced the idea, and now everyone helps keep it stocked! 📚✏️

2023-10-01: The Birthday Party Revolution

makeemsmilefoundation — 2025-04-02 19:19:18 UTC

When a mother learned that many children in her daughter's class couldn't afford birthday celebrations, she started a monthly 'Birthday Buddies' program. Now, all children with birthdays in the same month celebrate together with games, cake, and presents, ensuring no child feels left out. The idea has spread to three other local schools! 🎂🎈

2023-10-10: Garden of Friendship

makeemsmilefoundation — 2025-04-02 19:19:18 UTC

Students at an international school created a community garden where each student plants something from their home country. They share the harvest with local food banks and teach each other about their cultures through gardening. The garden has become a symbol of unity and sharing! 🌱🌎

2023-10-05: Tech Support Heroes

makeemsmilefoundation — 2025-04-02 19:19:18 UTC

A group of tech-savvy teens created a free weekend 'Tech Help Desk' for senior citizens in their community. They help with everything from setting up video calls with grandchildren to managing online banking. The program has helped bridge the generation gap while teaching valuable skills! 👨‍🦳💻

2023-10-12: The Rainbow Library

makeemsmilefoundation — 2025-04-02 19:19:19 UTC

Students created a multilingual reading corner in their school library, where older students volunteer to read stories to younger ones in different languages. This has helped ESL students feel more included and has sparked interest in learning new languages among all students! 📚🌈

Nashville, TN

makeemsmilefoundation — 2025-04-02 19:28:15 UTC

“The first ripple in a sea of kindness 🌊🐋✨
Where this smile starts is only the beginning...
Let’s change the world one act at a time.”

Mt. Juliet, TN

2025-04-02 20:04:59 UTC

Charleston, SC

2025-04-06 16:14:26 UTC

Salty Dog Cafe Seabrook, Andell Bluff Boulevard, Johns Island, SC

2025-04-08 00:26:28 UTC

Omg the most fun on a girls trip with my besties!!!

Rancho Lewis, King Street, Charleston, SC

2025-04-09 00:46:20 UTC

Charleston, SC

2025-04-09 21:33:36 UTC

Denver, CO

2025-04-16 22:48:18 UTC

City Winery Nashville, Lafayette Street, Nashville, TN

2025-05-02 00:19:23 UTC

We love Cora and we love that you are performing in her honor!! Thank you for sharing smiles around the world!!

Nashville, TN

2026-03-14 15:31:23 UTC

Kindness matters❤️

Bighorn Tavern South, Lakeside Drive, Reno, NV

2026-04-29 17:48:19 UTC

(39.46588971270301, -119.80479738382195)

2026-05-09 03:05:25 UTC

Awesome concert love the vibes. Keep rocking!!!!

Picasso & Wine, Vassar Street, Reno, NV

2026-05-10 23:12:30 UTC

Today, this tiny coin reminded me that kindness still quietly moves through the world in the most unexpected ways. Thank you for this little spark of human connection and for bringing a little sunshine into my day today. Such a small gesture carried so much warmth and kindness, and it truly meant more to me than you probably realize. Cheers to you, Kris! Continue spreading sunshine and kindness along your journey!! 🌞

Nashville International Airport (BNA), Terminal Drive, Nashville, TN

2026-05-14 15:26:57 UTC

Casper Speedway, Amoco Road, Casper, WY

2026-05-15 23:57:28 UTC

799-729 S Walsh Dr, Casper, WY 82609, USA

2026-05-16 03:38:53 UTC

Im better as a lone wolf

Gillette Thunder Speedway, Wyoming 51, Gillette, WY

2026-05-17 00:08:03 UTC

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, West Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO

2026-05-18 00:54:02 UTC

rainbow baby I LOVE MY FRIENDS

Woods Learning Center, South Walsh Drive, Casper, WY

2026-05-18 02:35:13 UTC

As Woods bids farewell and closes its doors, I give a shout out to all the kind humans I have encountered over the years! May the kindness and spirit of Woods Learning Center spread far and wide!

Casper, WY

2026-05-18 19:59:21 UTC

2405 Grandview Place, Casper, WY

2026-05-28 02:37:36 UTC

Black Hills Speedway, Jolly Lane, Rapid City, SD

2026-08-01 00:17:27 UTC

David Street Station, S David St, Casper, WY

2026-08-29 21:06:51 UTC

This summer has been filled with so much live music, joy and connection at David Street Station and it kicked off with Rizz at Funky Junk! Sharing smiles all day!