Gratitude Challenge
November 2-22, 2026
For students and employees! Win a wellbeing gift basket.
How it works:
- Everyday there is a new prompt
- Each day you participate equals one entry toward the drawing for a wellbeing gift basket.
- Enter by filling out the survey.
- Participate in Friday Bonus Challenges!
- One entry/person/day with the exception of Friday Bonus Challenges.
Nov 2nd - Write about a recent act of kindness you witnessed, whether big or small.
Nov 3rd - What is one little thing that made you smile today?
Nov 4th - Name one thing you often take for granted.
Nov 5th - Who makes your life easier, brighter, or more meaningful in ways you don't always acknowledge?
Nov 6th - How have you grown in your understanding of what it means to serve others?
Friday Bonus Challenge: Start a gratitude jar! Write down one thing you are grateful for everyday and add it the jar! At the end of the year, open it again and reflect on everything you were grateful for.
Nov 7th - Write about a place that makes you feel calm.
Nov 8th - How might showing appreciation impact your coworkers, patients, clients, or the people you serve?
Nov 9th - Write a letter to someone sharing why you’re grateful for them.
Nov 10th - Share the gift of gratitude! Tell someone about the many things we have to be grateful for in our everyday lives.
Nov 11th - Thank a campus employee, classmate, coworker, or community member whose efforts often go unnoticed.
Nov 12th - Leave an encouraging note somewhere for someone to find.
Nov 13th - Do something kind for someone and challenge them to pass the kindness along to another person
Friday Bonus Challenge: Write a thank you note! Take the time to say thank you to someone who deserves it the most!
Nov 14th - Check in on someone you have not talked to in a while, or spend time with someone who might appreciate the company.
Nov 15th - Do one thoughtful thing that makes someone's day easier, whether it's helping with a task, bringing them a coffee, etc!
Nov 16th - Write down one thing you appreciate and put it somewhere you'll see throughout the rest of the week.
Nov 17th - Go for a walk around campus and point out things in the environment that bring you joy.
Nov 18th - Take a photo of something you're grateful for.
Nov 19th - Dedicate a time today when you and your friends can share something you’re grateful for.
Nov 20th - If you catch yourself complaining, pause and find something good or something you can appreciate in the situation.
Friday Bonus Challenge: Take 15 minutes away from any distraction! Take some time to do something you enjoy whether that’s drawing, going for a short walk, or talking to a friend.
Nov 21st - Capture one thing that made you smile or feel thankful today.
Nov 22nd - Take the time to recognize one habit you want to continue after this challenge to make gratitude a lasting part of your life.