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1 Billion Actsof Kindness

The first-ever creator-led movement
to change the world.

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Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global InitiativesVarkey Foundation
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1 Billion Acts of Kindness

The first-evercreator-led movementto change the worldwith MrBeast

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Creators from around the world joined MrBeast to inspire kindness, build real communities, and prove that content can change the world. This campaign united global voices for one shared mission.

Making Kindness Go Viral

Creators have more influence than ever.

Their voices reach millions and can spark real change. That's why Varkey Foundation and MBRGI partnered with MrBeast to launch A Billion Acts of Kindness — a campaign that united creators to spread kindness and inspire others to do the same.

Creators joined the movement and earned the chance to travel with MrBeast to help build a village in Ghana.

Building a Village in Africa Together

Together with creators and communities, a village is being built in Ghana — a place where future generations can have clean water, schools, healthcare, and real opportunities to thrive.

10 creators from around the world were selected to join MrBeast on the ground and help build it. Their journey has been shared with millions to inspire a new wave of kindness.

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Creators who changed the world with us

Creators from around the globe shared their acts of kindness and became part of this movement. Their stories inspired millions and proved that content can spark real change.

10 creators were selected to build the village in Ghana with MrBeast

Record and share your content:

1.Show the action and capture real reactions if possible
2.Narrate or add captions to explain what you're doing and why
3.Keep it authentic, respectful, and uplifting
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Be Kind

Creators answered one simple challenge: what do you want to change in this world?

Volunteer at a local shelterSign up for voluntary work in your local areaCook and serve meals for the homelessOrganize a community clean-upVisit and spend time at a senior care homeOrganize a donation drive for a causeRaise awareness for a local charity or nonprofitCollect and distribute care packagesDonate blood or register as an organ donorPlant trees or start a neighborhood gardenHost an event or activity for people of determinationFacilitate a free workshop or skill-sharing session
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Share the Act

  • Creators posted their kindness videos with the campaign hashtags #1BillionSummit #1BKindness
  • They tagged @1billionsummit @varkeyfdn @mrbeast @mbrinitiatives
  • Followers around the world were inspired to share their own acts of kindness.
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Make an Impact

  • Thousands of creators joined the movement and submitted their acts of kindness.
  • 10 creators were selected to travel to Ghana and help build a village with MrBeast.
  • Together, they helped spark a global wave of kindness that continues to inspire communities worldwide.

Why Ghana?

In parts of Africa, including Ghana, millions of children are forced to work instead of going to school.

Families living on less than $150 a month are forced to choose between survival and their children's future.

But there's hope. Communities are ready for change.

Through 1 Billion Acts of Kindness, creators used their voices to inspire change, support families, and bring hope — starting a movement that transforms lives for generations.

Timeline

Nov – Dec 15, 2025
  • Creators shared acts of kindness across social platforms and submitted their entries before the campaign deadline.
Dec 2025 – Jan 8, 2026
  • Submissions were reviewed by 1BFS, the Varkey Foundation, and MrBeast's team.
  • The 10 selected creators were contacted privately.
Jan 9, 2026
  • Winners were announced at the 1 Billion Followers Summit.
  • Travel plans and the village project kicked off with MrBeast.
Feb – Jun 2026
  • Selected creators traveled to Ghana and helped build a village with MrBeast and the team.
  • Behind-the-scenes filming and community work took place on the ground.
Jul – Dec 2026
  • The journey was featured in content shared with millions around the world.
Jan 9-11, 2026

MrBeast Spoke
at the
1BFS 2026

MrBeast joined the 1 Billion Followers Summit
to announce the selected creators and kick off the journey to Ghana.

MrBeast speaking at 1BFS 2026

STRATEGIC PARTNERS

Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) was established in 2015, combining under its umbrella over 30 humanitarian and developmental initiatives and entities, most of which have been launched and supported by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, for more than 20 years.

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Varkey Foundation

At the Varkey Foundation, our global initiatives focus on empowering communities through the transformative power of education. We believe that every child deserves a quality education. To deliver, the Varkey Foundation identifies the world’s best teachers, students and school leaders and works with them to champion the cause of education with policymakers and the public, to inform better policy and practice, and change the way that people think and feel about education.

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