40 Days of Good Works

Core Goals of the 40 Days of Good Works

1. Show Christ’s Love: To be a visible expression of Jesus’ compassion by meeting real needs in our communities.
2. Build Community: To unify believers through shared acts of kindness, celebrating together via 40 days of good work.
3. Inspire Generosity: To foster a lifestyle of giving back, encouraging lasting habits of service beyond the campaign.
4. Draw Hearts to Jesus: To open doors for evangelism, using kindness to share Christ’s love and invite others to know Him.

Implementation Plan

1. Day 1-5: Personal Acts of Kindness
2. Day 6-10: Community Outreach
3. Day 11-15: Support for Strangers
4. Day 16-20: Family, Friends, and Love
5. Day 21-25: Helping the Less Fortunate
6. Day 26-30: Sick and Shut In
7. Day 31-35: Acts of Appreciation
8. Day 36-40: Empowering Others

Final Day Celebration

Host an event or gathering on the 40th day to celebrate the accomplishments, share stories, and reflect on the impact of the collective efforts.

Here are 100 simple ideas you can do to participate in this program. Just have fun doing good works!

1. Leave a kind note.
2. Buy someone coffee.
3. Compliment a stranger.
4. Write a thank-you letter.
5. Donate unused clothing.
6. Babysit for free.
7. Forgive someone today.
8. Smile at strangers.
9. Bring treats to work.
10. Organize a community cleanup.
11. Plant a tree.
12. Volunteer at a shelter.
13. Donate books.
14. Collect canned food.
15. Bake for first responders.
16. Offer free tutoring.
17. Donate blood.
18. Join a charity walk.
19. Drop off hand sanitizer.
20. Pray for first responders.
21. Visit a senior center.
22. Grocery shop for elderly.
23. Call an elderly relative.
24. Share a meal with someone.
25. Help with resume writing.
26. Send an inspirational message.
27. Mentor a young person.
28. Write a positive review.
29. Sponsor a child in need.
30. Pick up litter.
31. Use reusable bags.
32. Save energy today.
33. Start recycling at home.
34. Thank your delivery driver.
35. Gift a teacher.
36. Recognize a helpful coworker.
37. Pay someone’s gas.
38. Share an umbrella.
39. Hold the door open.
40. Cover a parking fee.
41. Share a Bible verse.
42. Pray for someone’s health.
43. Lead a Bible study.
44. Share your testimony.
45. Make meals for a shelter.
46. Donate winter clothing.
47. Buy a meal for the homeless.
48. Give out hygiene kits.
49. Share healthy recipes.
50. Take a friend on a walk.
51. Help with workouts.
52. Send surprise flowers.
53. Cook for a family in need.
54. Call a distant family member.
55. Host a family game night.
56. Buy school supplies.
57. Read to young children.
58. Tutor a struggling student.
59. Coach a youth sports team.
60. Send encouragement notes.
61. Share career advice.
62. Start a leadership workshop.
63. Share an inspiring post online.
64. Send an appreciative message.
65. Share a motivational playlist.
66. Leave positive comments online.
67. Call a homebound person.
68. Send a get-well package.
69. Deliver groceries.
70. Walk a neighbor’s pet.
71. Thank your postal carrier.
72. Offer someone a ride.
73. Invite someone to lunch.
74. Give a genuine compliment.
75. Volunteer an hour of time.
76. Thank an unnoticed worker.
77. Buy coffee for someone.
78. Encourage a struggling friend.
79. Invite someone to church.
80. Donate toys to children’s hospital.
81. Make cards for veterans.
82. Write letters to prisoners.
83. Donate baby items.
84. Offer free haircuts.
85. Hand out bottled water.
86. Donate to animal shelters.
87. Start a prayer chain.
88. Send someone a care package.
89. Write letters to soldiers.
90. Deliver fresh flowers.
91. Offer free lawn care.
92. Teach a skill online.
93. Record a gratitude video.
94. Cook for a new mom.
95. Leave coins in vending machines.
96. Read to nursing home residents.
97. Support a small business.
98. Wash a friend’s car.
99. Send virtual hugs to friends.
100. Host a community movie night.