Carrying Forward a Legacy of Kindness
#BeKindLikeRyan is a special part of Outreached Arms that honors Ryan’s life, his heart for others, and the simple but powerful call to live with kindness, courage, and compassion.
Ryan’s legacy continues every time someone chooses to serve, encourage, notice, include, and love others well.
A Life That Still Inspires Kindness
Ryan’s life reminds us that kindness is never small. A kind word, a helping hand, a welcoming spirit, and a willingness to serve can leave a lasting mark on the people around us.
Through #BeKindLikeRyan, Outreached Arms celebrates volunteers and community members who reflect that same heart. This legacy is about more than a moment. It is about choosing to carry kindness into the world every day.
Kindness is one of the simplest ways we can show people they matter.
The Heart of #BeKindLikeRyan
- Notice people who are often overlooked.
- Serve with humility and compassion.
- Lead with kindness in ordinary moments.
- Honor Ryan’s life by carrying his spirit forward.
- Encourage others to be kind, present, and faithful.
The #BeKindLikeRyan Award
Each year, Outreached Arms recognizes a volunteer who reflects the spirit of kindness, service, humility, and faithfulness that Ryan’s legacy represents.
Kindness
This award honors someone who treats others with compassion, dignity, and genuine care.
Service
This award recognizes someone who shows up, helps faithfully, and serves without needing attention.
Faithfulness
This award celebrates someone who carries the mission forward through consistency, humility, and love.
A Night of Kindness, Service, and Hope
Ryan’s Night is a special Outreached Arms gathering where we honor Ryan’s legacy, celebrate kindness, recognize faithful volunteers, and invite others to carry the mission forward.
It is a night to remember, celebrate, serve, and continue the call to be kind like Ryan.
Next Ryan’s Night Details
Help Us Recognize Kindness
Do you know a volunteer who reflects the heart of #BeKindLikeRyan? Nominate someone who serves with kindness, humility, consistency, and compassion.
Your nomination helps us celebrate people who quietly make a difference and carry Ryan’s legacy forward.
Volunteer Nomination Form
Moments That Carry the Legacy
These moments remind us that kindness continues through every person who chooses to serve, love, and show up for others.
Carry Kindness Forward
Ryan’s legacy continues when we choose to notice people, serve with compassion, and bring kindness into ordinary moments.