The Backstory

What is Sammi Day?

In 2018, our two-year-old Samantha died in January. In lieu of giving gifts to Sammi that year, Katie (Sammi’s sister) thought we should give gifts to “the whole world”. Each year since, we’ve invited THE WHOLE WORLD to join us in passing on random (or intentional!) acts of kindness to one another. 

WHEN is Sammi Day?

While Sammi’s birthday was on September 5th, you can “celebrate” anytime you want ;)

WHERE and HOW does Sammi Day take place?

That’s up to YOU! In the past, people all over the world have joined in and shared some love with their neighbor. 

Here are a few ideas:

• Make treats for neighbors, coworkers, or a local shelter

• Take an old friend (or a new friend!) out for coffee

• Share your story with someone who needs to hear it

• Volunteer at a local shelter

• Commit random acts of kindness for a complete stranger

• Do something AWESOME with the kids in your life (nieces/nephews, friends, etc.)

• Use your time/gifts/talents/resources to bless a family in need

So here’s my big request: would you join our family and celebrate Sammi Day? If you are a Jesus-follower, would you ask the Lord to use you in a big way? Would you ask Him to bring people to mind? We believe in the power of prayer and we believe that He can and will use YOU as a tangible extension of His love.  Follow along on social media with the hashtag #SammiDay to see what others are doing!

Previous Sammi Days

As you scroll through the pictures, take a look at the caption for the backstory and the location. People around the world celebrate Sammi Day! Also, scroll all the way to the bottom for a list of other ways people celebrated Sammi Day!

Sammi Day 2018

…And here’s a few more!

• Brought in lollipops to a doctors appointment and shared with the staff

• Purchased coffee for a mentor

• Purchased breakfast for a coworker (and lunch for mom!)

• Extra snuggles with kiddos, high fives with grocery store staff

• Met a friend for coffee, left a giftcard to treat others

• Brought flowers to cherished friends

• Collected over 100 books to donate to the special education department at the local school

• Shopping at Dollar Tree for little treats and toys to give to others

• Sponsored a month of free books for preschool class

• Treating kids to ice cream cake before dinner

• Ding dong ditched with flowers and balloons

• Purchased the meal of the person behind them and gave an extra large tip

• Blessing a family with unpaid nanny services

• Gave money to a homeless family and prayed with them

• Called an old friend and purchased gift cards / gifts for others

• Donated to local children’s hospital

• Assisted a disabled individual by moving furniture and preparing their home for winter

• Handed out 75 caramels, despite pouring rain

• Slowed down and played with the grandkids all day

• Hosting an international friend who cannot acquire work / shelter because of visa status