Delivering Kindness, One Heart at a Time
Small gestures. Big impact. Let’s create a ripple of
compassion together.
Kindness Delivered bridges the gap between empathy and action.
From a helping hand to a hopeful heart, we're building a network of kindness, one moment of connection at a time.
We’re a nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading kindness and joy throughout central Indiana. Founded in 2020, we strive to support other ministries and organizations in joint community service events while sharing the love of God. Our approach is to engage communities with fun and free activities.
By performing simple, heartfelt acts, Kindness Delivered aims to create meaningful connections through generosity and joy. We want to make a positive impact while inspiring others to do the same. From a single kind act to a ripple effect, we're building a network of love and hope, where compassion arrives right on time.
Shelby’s kindness and compassion inspired it all.
Meet our namesake, Shelby Kraft.
The daughter of Kindness Delivered co-founder Deb Kraft, Shelby was a beacon of kindness and a testament to the power of a compassionate heart. Her beautiful soul was the driving force and guiding light behind the formation of our organization.
Although we lost Shelby in 2022, her legacy is a constant inspiration. Every act of kindness we facilitate is a tribute to her spirit, and we are dedicated to carrying her mission forward.
You can learn more about Shelby's incredible story by clicking below.
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What’s Buzzing?
Kindness Delivered hosts a variety of events throughout the year. Below are a few highlights from this season, offering a glimpse into our mission in action. To see our full 2025 event schedule, click on the button below.
The Fountain Church Fall Festival
The Fountain Church loves to serve its neighboring communities and share the love of Jesus. Their annual Fall Festival is a perfect example, bringing together hundreds of people for a day of fun for all ages. Kindness Delivered is honored to be a part of this amazing event by sponsoring a catered meal from Dan's Fish Fry. It is a joy to see so many people come together, fostering a true sense of community and connection.
Bee the Light 5K - A Kindness Delivered Event
Join us for the 4th annual Bee the Light 5K, a race honoring Shelby Kraft, daughter of Kindness Delivered's co-founder, Deb Kraft. Shelby passed away from Rett Syndrome, a rare and incurable neurological disorder. Every registration fee goes directly to the International Rett Syndrome Foundation to fund critical research, with all donations matched by Deb. By participating, you help us keep Shelby’s memory alive and support others with this disease. Whether you're running for a personal record or walking with friends, your involvement makes a real difference. Register today at kindnessdelivered.org/beethelight.
Wilkinson Church of Christ Fall Festival
Kindness Delivered is excited to help sponsor Wilkinson Church of Christ's Children's Ministry Fall Festival! This year's event is packed with fun for the whole family, featuring a trunk-or-treat, bounce houses, barrel train rides, and even snuggly therapy dogs. We're proud to be a part of this event and we'll be providing s'mores and a face painter to add to the fun. A big thank you to Wilkinson Church of Christ for hosting such a wonderful event!
Meet Tenderheart, our Kindness Mascot!
I pop up wherever love and care are needed most.
My name comes from a very special place, Ephesians 4:32 (ESV), which says “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” This beautiful passage is the guiding light for our entire mission, and I'm here to help bring it to life.
My job is to be a warm and joyful presence, a living symbol of the love and hope we share. You'll find me at all of our Kindness Delivered events, ready to give high fives, share hugs, and take photos. I'm here to show that kindness isn't just an idea—it's something you can feel and experience. I can't wait to meet you and spread some smiles together!
Stories
Throughout the year, we meet many incredible people whose commitment to kindness is as strong as our own. We love seeing the positive impact they have on their communities, and we're passionate about partnering with them to add a little extra joy to their work.
Read what a few of these amazing people had to say about their experience partnering with Kindness Delivered.
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Crystal Brown - Educator, Triton Central High School
Kindness Delivered has our heartfelt gratitude from Triton Central Middle School! Partnering with our students and community for the past four years, we have led our 5th grade students to participate in “The Kindness Experiment,” where each student was taught, encouraged and tasked with spreading kindness to others. Through this process, we were able to impact over a thousand lives, with a ripple effect that has reached countless others! With the financial and emotional investment from Kindness Delivered, we have been able to create a culture of compassion and positivity that continues to grow. I am deeply grateful to Kindness Delivered for their partnership and helping us make kindness a powerful force in our community!
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Sauni Box - Director of Community Life Style, Springhurst Health Campus
You know something special is about to happen when a giant bumblebee hops out of a van—especially when that van is decorated with a bumble bee on it and is parked beside Ohana Lulu’s donut and ice cream truck. That’s exactly what unfolded at our 2024 community Halloween party at Springhurst Health Campus, and it was pure joy from start to finish.
Kindness Delivered, a nonprofit inspired by the gentle and generous spirit of Shelby, partnered with Ohana Lulu Donuts and Ice Cream to create an unforgettable experience for our residents and guests. With nearly 200 trick-or-treaters buzzing through the campus, the energy was electric. The Kindness Delivered team arrived with their signature warmth and their iconic bumblebee van, instantly turning heads and lifting spirits.
As the cheerful bumblebee mascot visited with costumed kids danced between treat stations, and parents smiled wide, soaking in the moment. It wasn’t just a party, it was a celebration of community, compassion, and the kind of joy that lingers long after the last scoop is served.
Shelby’s legacy lives on in every act of kindness this organization shares. Her vision wasn’t just about giving—it was about creating moments that matter. And on that October day, Kindness Delivered reminded us that even in a world that can feel heavy, joy is never out of reach.
We’re deeply grateful for their presence and proud to support a mission that turns kindness into action—one sweet moment at a time. Kindness Delivered didn’t just show up—they showed us what community looks like. We can’t wait to welcome them back. -
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Stacy Riojas and Roman Williams-Ervin, IMPD East District Resource Officers
For the past few years, Kindness Delivered has been such an amazing partner to our IMPD East District Community Day. Their generous donations have helped feed hundreds of people, turning our event into not just a gathering, but a true celebration of community. With the help of their donations, we have been able to create smiles, make connections, and build trust between the community and our department. We’re so thankful for their continued kindness and the difference they make year after year.
