Good news, Charleston. The Holy City is ranked as one of 2021’s Top 20 Happiest Cities in America.
Even the smallest act of kindness can change the course of a stranger’s life and make them happy. In the spirit of being cheerful, here are some ways to spread kindness + support local businesses right here in the Lowcountry.
☕Pay-it-forward
○ Like the outfit of that person who passed by you while shopping on King Street? Let them know. Give someone a compliment today — super easy + doesn’t cost a dime.
○ If you have the means to do so, try paying for the person in front of (or behind) you the next time you are in the store or at a restaurant
⭐ Donate
○ You can even donate airline miles (+ other gifts) to children participating in South Carolina’s Make-A-Wish program.
💐Surprise your loved ones with a gift
○ Pick up a sweet treat from Christophe Chocolatier + grab a bouquet at Salt + Stem Flowers — a local traveling flower truck — for your friend or neighbor. They’ll never expect it.
🥂Leave a generous tip
○ If you’re going out for dinner tonight, plan to surprise your server with a generous tip. This amount is totally up to you, but we guarantee it will make their day.
💖 Volunteer your time
○ Give up some of your time to volunteer at the Lowcountry Food Bank, volunteer through Charleston Promise Neighborhood, empower students through Be a Mentor, or help community members with cognitive and physical disabilities by being placed through the Disabilities Board of Charleston County.
🚘 Let someone go in front of you
○ Are you really in that much of a rush today? Whether you’re stuck in traffic on I-526 or at Mercantile and Mash grabbing a coffee, let someone in front of you in line.
✅ Leave a positive review
○ This past year has been difficult for many small businesses. Support some of your local favorites by leaving them a positive review.
💌 Write a letter
○ Pick up a card from Ink Meets Paper and write a letter to an old friend. Yes, we know texting exists — but something about a letter feels more meaningful.
