March 13, 2026
WHEREAS, the idea of Spread Goodness Day was first created in 2017 to inspire a global day of goodness by encouraging individuals, schools, and organizations to show the contagious power that one act of goodness has to change the world every single day; and,
WHEREAS, over the past eight years, people across Michigan have stepped up to curate impactful Spread Goodness Day events, action & initiatives; and,
WHEREAS, public and private schools from elementary to university participate in unique Spread Goodness Day events to engage schools, businesses, and individuals worldwide, and to support grassroots non-profits that help people "survive with goodness;" and,
WHEREAS, on this day, we invite citizens to join in a bright demonstration of celebratory kindness, helping to uplift each other in simple acts of kindness; and,
WHEREAS, U.P resident Anna Dravland founded the non-profit event after experiencing the positive effects of engagement with her community, volunteerism, and social action; and,
WHEREAS, Spread Goodness Day events started in our state and have spread to over 15 states and 10 countries; and,
WHEREAS, on the second Friday of March, we should honor the power and simplicity of goodness to change the world and positively impact our communities;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim March 13, 2026, as Spread Goodness Day in Michigan.
