We want to create a revolution of positive transformational experiences through acts of kindness.
And it starts with you!
Creating a kinder community, on act at a time!
Through community partnerships, inspiring stories, volunteer opportunities, and everyday acts of generosity, we help people across Mid-Michigan find meaningful ways to Pass It Forward.
Whether you give your time, share a story, support a local nonprofit, or simply brighten someone’s day, your kindness has the power to create a ripple effect that reaches far beyond one moment.
Since 2009, ePIFanyNow has inspired people throughout Mid-Michigan to recognize the power of kindness in everyday life. What started as an idea to create positive, transformational experiences has grown into a community-wide effort to celebrate good, uplift local nonprofits, and encourage people to take action in ways both big and small.
Looking for a Way to Make a Difference Today?
Kindness doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful! If you’re looking for inspiration, we’ve gathered simple, practical kindness ideas you can use at home, at work, at school, in your neighborhood, or anywhere life takes you.
THE CHRIS ROSATI HERO AWARD
The ePIFanyNow™ board of directors gave out the first HERO Award in 2018. The award was given posthumously to Chris Rosati of Durham, North Carolina.
Chris made it his personal mission to impact the world in a positive way and inspire thousands of children to perform random acts of kindness. Chris’ wife, Anna, and daughters, Dalany and Logan, were on hand to accept the award and share more of Chris’ mission.
Meet Our 2026 Chris Rosati Hero Award Recipient
The ePIFanyNow™ board of directors gave out the first HERO Award in 2018. The award was given posthumously to Chris Rosati of Durham, North Carolina.
Chris made it his personal mission to impact the world in a positive way and inspire thousands of children to perform random acts of kindness. Chris’ wife, Anna, and daughters, Dalany and Logan, were on hand to accept the award and share more of Chris’ mission.
Irv Nichols
Rotarian, Advocate, and Lifelong Community Leader
Every year, we honor one individual who embodies the spirit of passing kindness forward—someone whose actions create a ripple effect of hope, love, and impact in our community.
This year, that person is Irv Nichols, a rotarian, advocate, and East Lansing resident & community leader for more than 69 years.
Since moving to East Lansing in 1957, he has dedicated his life to public service and remains active in promoting programs that continue to improve our community and the region. His last job was with the American Red Cross where he built a massive blood donor program, taking advantage of the growing population at MSU and the many thousands of auto workers in the region.
He was also involved with the board that created the Lansing Hospice Program. Using his connections, he was able to secure a large grant from the Dart Foundation, which led to the construction of Stoneleigh Hospice Care.
As part of the Rotary Club, Nichols’ proudest accomplishment is the work they did with the “Lost Boys of Sudan.” The Rotary Club helped settle over 300 refugees from Sudan in the area.
We’re honored to celebrate Mr. Nichols as our 2026 Chris Rosati Hero Award recipient.
To learn more about his incredible life spent passing kindness forward, read the full article at East Lansing Info.