MIT's annual Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Week is March 10-14, 2025!

At MindHandHeart, we define kindness as being caring, respectful, inclusive, supportive, considerate, and doing good things for others.

RAK Week is an opportunity for our entire campus community to come together through spontaneous acts of generosity (called "RAK Hacks") and loosely planned events. It is a chance to intentionally practice kindness during the week and inspire kindness all year round. We invite you to join us and Spread the Heart across MIT! 

Ways to Participate in this year's RAK Week

• Individual acts of kindness to your community members
  • Writing thank you cards
  • Giving out flowers to those you appreciate on campus
• Create your own “RAK Hacks”
• Attend RAK Week events
• Connect with support resources on campus
• Follow the RAK Week action on MindHandHeart's Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at #MITRAK

MindHandHeart RAK Week Events

March 10

• Blind Date with a Book
  • From 10 am - 2 pm or while books last
  • Hayden Library - The Nexus Center
  • Looking for a little mystery in your life? Join us for Blind Date with a Book, where you’ll pick a book wrapped in secrecy, guided only by a few intriguing clues. Will it be a thrilling adventure, a heartwarming romance, or a mind-bending mystery? There’s only one way to find out!

March 11

• Yoga, Wellness Wizardry, and Boba Tea
  • Starting at 1 pm
  • Wellbeing Lab, W20
  • Take a well-deserved break and join us for a 30-minute yoga session with Sarah Johnson, Assistant Professor of Physical Education and Wellness to reset your mind and body. Space is limited, so sign up now to secure your spot! After yoga, drop by for an open wellness event to explore the Wellbeing Wizard Certificate and enjoy free boba while you unwind with creative stations featuring coloring, Legos, origami, and more!

March 13

• MGH Bloodmobile
  • From 10:30am - 4pm
  • North Corridor (Outfinite)
  • Join us and be a hero in just a few minutes. Your donation can make all the difference for patients in need—whether it's an accident victim, a cancer patient, or someone undergoing surgery.
  • Register here, walk-ins may be accommodated.
  • Tips For Successful Blood Donation
  • MGH Whole Blood Donor Eligibility Guidelines  
  • FAQs
  • The Facts

March 14

• Pi Day Fun Run
  • Starting at 8am
  • Starting at W20 Student Center Steps
  • Celebrate Pi Day (3.14) with a fun, casual run around the BU Bridge Loop! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for an excuse to enjoy the fresh air, this is the perfect way to honor everyone’s favorite mathematical constant. No registration needed just show up, bring your energy, and let's make this Pi Day one to remember!
• Pi Day Celebration
  • From 10 am - 2 pm or while pies last
  • Lobby 13
  • Celebrate Pi Day the MIT way with music, games, and free pies! Don’t miss your opportunity to take part in one of MIT’s most exciting events. While pies last!

Check out what other RAK Week events are being held around MIT's campus here (Touchstone Authentication Required).