Spread love on Random Act of Kindness Day in the City of Oaks

Feb. 17 is Random Act of Kindness Day — here are just a few ways to show your neighbors, city, and local biz your love just because.

The storefront of A Place at the Table

A Place at the Table offers good eats at a discounted rate for those who need it.

Photo provided by A Place at the Table

Choose to make Raleigh a little brighter by spreading love to strangers and the community on Feb. 17, Random Act of Kindness Day. Here’s three ideas to get love and kindness flowing through Raleigh.

Volunteer

  • Whether you prefer to hit the trails to pick up trash, like folding + organizing, or prefer hanging back with the dogs, our guide to volunteering in Raleigh has over 35 opportunities to give back in whatever way fits you best.

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Hand out PLACE cards

  • Purchase a PLACE card at any price from A Place at the Table to hand out in the community for anyone who could use a free meal. You can purchase these at the nonprofit restaurant or online to either take with you or leave at the eatery to pay it forward.
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