#kindnessinaction

We measure everything in business—profits, clicks, conversions. But here’s a little secret: the biggest return on investment isn’t something you can track in a spreadsheet. It’s kindness.

At 1GEN, kindness isn’t just a “feel-good” extra. It’s the way we work, the way we connect, and honestly… the reason we succeed.

When people feel appreciated and supported, magic happens: ✨ Less burnout, stress, and absenteeism. ✨ More creativity, collaboration, and innovation. ✨ Teams that stay because they want to, not because they have to.

💬 Why It Works

Kindness fuels loyalty. People stick around when they feel valued.

Kindness boosts innovation. A safe, trusting environment is where ideas thrive.

Kindness builds resilience. We handle challenges better when we have each other’s backs.

📖 Our #1000StoriesOfKindness2k25 Tradition

Every year, we share over a thousand acts of kindness—big and small. From helping a teammate to surprising someone with coffee, each story is a ripple that inspires the next.

It’s not just about “being nice.” It’s about creating a workplace (and a world) where kindness is the default.

💡 Your Turn

Today, choose one small act of kindness—send a thank-you note, help a colleague, or just listen without distraction. You never know whose day you’ll change… including your own.

#NoNameCallingWeek brings awareness to the unkind names that many people within the LGBTQ+ community may face during their time in school. It also brings focus to the power of names and the different meanings that words can have for people. I came to terms with my sexuality in high school. During that time, it was very common for people to use the word “gay” as an insult or a joke. Calling something “gay” was somehow seen as funny. At the time, I knew this was something that was harmful for the LGBT+ community. However, I don’t think I fully grasped how much power a word can truly hold. The word “gay” should not be associated with shame or be seen as a joke. Now that I am 20 years old and have fully accepted my sexuality and gender identity, I am proud. I am proud to be a queer trans man and I know and understand the power that words, names, and labels can hold.

Cody Drew Clayton

He/Him

The world’s loud right now. But kindness? Kindness whispers—and still moves mountains.

Everywhere we look, there's noise. Headlines. Deadlines. Scrolls filled with chaos. But even in the mess, there’s magic. ✨ One smile. One helping hand. One story.

At 1GEN, we believe kindness isn’t just a good feeling. It’s a force. A spark. And we’re here to ignite it—together.

🌟 What’s #1000StoriesofKindness2k25?

It’s more than a campaign. It’s a movement—born from the heart of our 1GEN family.

We launched this through our oneCATALYST App, inviting every team member to do one beautiful thing:

💬 Choose kindness. Then tell the world your story.

From tiny moments to big gestures—every act creates a ripple. And together, those ripples form waves. 🌊

💥 Real Acts. Real People. Real Impact.

Some stories that already moved us:

💚 A teammate gifted a walker to someone with paralysis—restoring not just movement, but dignity. 💸 Another tipped their local delivery person with so much gratitude, it brought tears. 💊 Someone donated essential meds to a free hospital—quietly, humbly.

These aren’t just moments. They’re messages: Kindness still wins. Every single time.

🚀 What’s New This Year?

Welcome to #1000StoriesofKindness2k25 – and this time, we’re leveling up!

📆 Goal: Share 12 acts of kindness in July (just 3 per week!) 📲 Where: oneCATALYST App → Explore Campaigns → Tag your post: #1000StoriesofKindness2k25

New App Features to Power Your Kindness Journey:

🔥 Kindness Streak Tracker 🎨 AI Image Generator 🔔 Motivational Alerts 🏅 Kindness Badges 📊 Live Leaderboard

💬 Why You Should Join

At 1GEN, we don’t just build tech—we build culture. And this culture is made of compassion, action, and 💯% heart.

Here’s how YOU join the movement:

1️⃣ Do something kind. (Anything.) 2️⃣ Open the oneCATALYST App 3️⃣ Share your story using: #1000StoriesofKindness2k25 4️⃣ Inspire someone else. Your story could spark theirs.

🧡 What We're Building Together

We’re not collecting data. We’re collecting moments that matter.

We’re building:

✨ A living archive of hope ✨ A culture where kindness is productivity ✨ A world where doing good is as normal as breathing

And it’s just beginning.

🕊 Your Kindness Is the Message

Kindness doesn’t wait for holidays. It lives in daily choices, quiet gestures, warm smiles.

So go ahead: 📲 Log in ✍️ Share your story 💫 Be the spark

Because maybe—just maybe—your story becomes the one that helps someone believe again.

🌍 Stay Tuned...

The stories are rolling in. The ripple is growing. The movement is real.

But it’s missing one thing: you.

So…

🔗 Open the app 🧡 Share your kindness 🙌 Join the movement

During the challenging times of COVID-19, small innovations made a big difference. Red Sled Santa stepped forward to support frontline healthcare workers by building and donating intubation boxes—helping add an extra layer of safety during critical procedures.

❤️ A simple act, a powerful impact. Because compassion and care go beyond the holiday season.

Let’s celebrate those who turn kindness into action. 🙌

During the challenging times of COVID-19, small innovations made a big difference. Red Sled Santa stepped forward to support frontline healthcare workers by building and donating intubation boxes—helping add an extra layer of safety during critical procedures.

❤️ A simple act, a powerful impact. Because compassion and care go beyond the holiday season.

Let’s celebrate those who turn kindness into action. 🙌