Building towards a kinder community
Kindness Factory is a not for profit organisation on a mission to make the world a kinder place.
We began with a belief that small acts of kindness do big things for each other and the world. Our founding story of courage, hope and adversity shined a spotlight on the power of #OneSmallAct and has inspired over 9 Million Acts of Kindness across the globe, touching the lives of people from all walks of life.
Acts of Kindness logged
Acts of Kindness logged
Acts of Kindness logged
Schools using our curriculum
Schools using our curriculum
Schools using our curriculum
Countries connected
Countries connected
Countries connected
"It’s not our job to toughen our children up to face a cruel and heartless world. It’s our job to raise children who will make the world a little less cruel and heartless."
Kath Koschel
Founder
Making change, one act at a time.
We believe that lasting change begins with small, everyday actions. By inspiring individuals to practise kindness and empowering the next generation through education, we're building a movement that reaches beyond classrooms and communities. Together, we can create a ripple effect of kindness that makes the world a better place for everyone.
Community
Each and every day we inspire and are inspired by people out there all over the world undertaking #OneSmallAct of kindness, doing their bit to make the world a kinder place. Take a moment today to log your #OneSmallAct of kindness.
Community
Each and every day we inspire and are inspired by people out there all over the world undertaking #OneSmallAct of kindness, doing their bit to make the world a kinder place. Take a moment today to log your #OneSmallAct of kindness.
Education
Our educational work focuses on communities and schools, creating programs and learning opportunities that ensure the next generation grows up with a foundation of kindness and have everything they need to make the world kinder.
Education
Our educational work focuses on communities and schools, creating programs and learning opportunities that ensure the next generation grows up with a foundation of kindness and have everything they need to make the world kinder.
Meet Our Team
Kath Koschel
Founder & Director
A former cricketer, Ironman competitor, international speaker and bestselling author of Kindness. Recognised as the 2025 NSW Australian of the Year, Kath inspires individuals and organisations to build resilience, wellbeing and a culture of kindness.
Jon McArthur
Director & Company Secretary
A Chartered Accountant with over 30 years' experience, including senior financial roles in ASX-listed companies. Jon oversees Kindness Factory's governance, financial management and regulatory reporting, supporting its mission to bring kindness into Australian schools.
Rob Regan
Director & Education Management
An experienced education executive with over 20 years in domestic and international education. As Managing Director of Kaplan Australia and New Zealand, Rob brings leadership and education expertise to support Kindness Factory's evidence-based kindness curriculum and school programs.
Paul Everson
Director & Campaign Management
An experienced global marketing executive specialising in brand strategy, digital transformation and business growth. Paul brings expertise in governance and strategic planning, alongside a strong commitment to philanthropy and purpose-driven leadership.
Greg Healy
Director & Chair
With over 35 years' experience in financial services across Australia and Asia, Greg is the Founding Chair of Kindness Factory. He guides the organisation's strategic priorities, with a focus on youth resilience, school programs and community engagement.
Hannah Montplaisir
Director USA – Marketing & Digital
An award-winning marketer and strategist recognised among the Cynopsis Top Women in Media. Hannah has worked with global brands including Disney, Google and Amazon, specialising in brand building, audience engagement and marketing strategy.
Lauren McKinnon
Director – Education Specialist
With over 19 years' experience in education, strategy and organisational transformation, Lauren specialises in aligning culture, wellbeing and learning. She supports Kindness Factory's expansion into schools and communities to create lasting social impact.
Kath Koschel
Founder & Director
A former cricketer, Ironman competitor, international speaker and bestselling author of Kindness. Recognised as the 2025 NSW Australian of the Year, Kath inspires individuals and organisations to build resilience, wellbeing and a culture of kindness.
Hannah Montplaisir
Director USA – Marketing & Digital
An award-winning marketer and strategist recognised among the Cynopsis Top Women in Media. Hannah has worked with global brands including Disney, Google and Amazon, specialising in brand building, audience engagement and marketing strategy.
Greg Healy
Director & Chair
With over 35 years' experience in financial services across Australia and Asia, Greg is the Founding Chair of Kindness Factory. He guides the organisation's strategic priorities, with a focus on youth resilience, school programs and community engagement.
Rob Regan
Director & Education Management
An experienced education executive with over 20 years in domestic and international education. As Managing Director of Kaplan Australia and New Zealand, Rob brings leadership and education expertise to support Kindness Factory's evidence-based kindness curriculum and school programs.
Paul Everson
Director & Campaign Management
An experienced global marketing executive specialising in brand strategy, digital transformation and business growth. Paul brings expertise in governance and strategic planning, alongside a strong commitment to philanthropy and purpose-driven leadership.
Jon McArthur
Director & Company Secretary
A Chartered Accountant with over 30 years' experience, including senior financial roles in ASX-listed companies. Jon oversees Kindness Factory's governance, financial management and regulatory reporting, supporting its mission to bring kindness into Australian schools.
Lauren McKinnon
Director – Education Specialist
With over 19 years' experience in education, strategy and organisational transformation, Lauren specialises in aligning culture, wellbeing and learning. She supports Kindness Factory's expansion into schools and communities to create lasting social impact.
Kath Koschel
Founder & Director
A former cricketer, Ironman competitor, international speaker and bestselling author of Kindness. Recognised as the 2025 NSW Australian of the Year, Kath inspires individuals and organisations to build resilience, wellbeing and a culture of kindness.
Paul Everson
Director & Campaign Management
An experienced global marketing executive specialising in brand strategy, digital transformation and business growth. Paul brings expertise in governance and strategic planning, alongside a strong commitment to philanthropy and purpose-driven leadership.
Hannah Montplaisir
Director USA – Marketing & Digital
An award-winning marketer and strategist recognised among the Cynopsis Top Women in Media. Hannah has worked with global brands including Disney, Google and Amazon, specialising in brand building, audience engagement and marketing strategy.
Jon McArthur
Director & Company Secretary
A Chartered Accountant with over 30 years' experience, including senior financial roles in ASX-listed companies. Jon oversees Kindness Factory's governance, financial management and regulatory reporting, supporting its mission to bring kindness into Australian schools.
Greg Healy
Director & Chair
With over 35 years' experience in financial services across Australia and Asia, Greg is the Founding Chair of Kindness Factory. He guides the organisation's strategic priorities, with a focus on youth resilience, school programs and community engagement.
Lauren McKinnon
Director – Education Specialist
With over 19 years' experience in education, strategy and organisational transformation, Lauren specialises in aligning culture, wellbeing and learning. She supports Kindness Factory's expansion into schools and communities to create lasting social impact.
Rob Regan
Director & Education Management
An experienced education executive with over 20 years in domestic and international education. As Managing Director of Kaplan Australia and New Zealand, Rob brings leadership and education expertise to support Kindness Factory's evidence-based kindness curriculum and school programs.
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