The Backpack Project

The Backpack Project is a nonprofit organization working in local communities to fight against homelessness. 9-year-old founder, Ryan Gustis, was inspired to help after seeing a woman sitting with a sign that said, “I’m not a bad girl, I just made a bad choice.” He soon realized that this woman’s Read more…

Angelic Kindness

You could say that Angelic Kindness blossomed on a cold January day. Founders, Mary and Debbie had just entered the 2nd grade not knowing what was in store for them. The girls grew inseparable, practically living in each other’s homes, and developing bonds with the two most important people in Read more…

2024 Recipients Named

April 3, 2024 – In a thrilling announcement, The Kindness Gala Foundation, located in Joliet, Illinois, proudly reveals its exhilarating partnership with two cherished charities that have been integral to our journey from the beginning. This year, we are ecstatic to welcome back Pink Heals of Joliet and Shorewood HUGS Read more…

Purple Project

On August 19, 2012, our daughter, Alisha Bromfield, and her unborn child were brutally murdered. My husband, Joe, and I were devastated when we heard the news. After the shock wore off, we each struggled with grief in our own way. I was left with two overwhelming emotions, anger and Read more…