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25 Years of Chances: A Note from the Heart

1999–2024 Twenty-five years ago, the internet was a very different place. When I first registered Chances.org, I had a simple vision: to create a corner of the digital world where people could champion one another. I didn’t have a giant board of directors, a corporate sponsor, or a high-society gala. I just had a belief that without chances, there is no change. For a quarter of a century, I…

Help Support Delfinas Path to Law School

Help Delfina Cross the Finish Line at Columbia Delfina is just one semester away from making history in her family — graduating from Columbia University as a first-generation college student. As one of a small group of Hispanic and Indigenous students at the Ivy League institution, her journey has required not only academic excellence but extraordinary resilience in navigating spaces that…

100 Encouraging Things to Say (When Someone Is Struggling)

Sometimes we want to help… but we don’t know what to say. So we stay silent. Not because we don’t care — but because we care so much that we’re afraid of saying the wrong thing. We don’t want to sound awkward. We don’t want to intrude. We don’t want to accidentally make it worse. So we wait. We assume someone else will reach out.We tell ourselves they probably have enough support.We convince…

101 Small Acts of Kindness (That Take 5 Minutes or Less)

Kindness doesn’t have to be big to be life-changing. Most of the time, it’s the little moments — the ones that take five minutes or less — that remind people the world is still good. A kind word. A simple favor. A small moment of care. That’s what Chances.org is all about. If you’ve ever wanted to help others but didn’t know where to start, this list is for you. Pick one idea today… and watch…

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Chef Massimo Bottura: Serving the World With Dignity

Many people think feeding the hungry is simply about food. But Chef Massimo Bottura teaches a deeper truth: feeding people is about dignity. Massimo Bottura is a world-renowned chef, known for culinary excellence. But what makes him a Chance Champion is that he chose to use his talent—and his influence—for compassion. He saw two problems happening at the same time: enormous food waste, and…

Arunachalam Muruganantham: A Simple Idea That Gave Millions Dignity

Sometimes the greatest heroes are not famous. They don’t set out to become inspirational. They simply notice suffering—and refuse to ignore it. That is exactly what makes Arunachalam Muruganantham a true Chance Champion. Arunachalam comes from a humble background in India. He saw a painful reality that many people avoided talking about: millions of women and girls were struggling without access…

Mark Rober: Using Creativity to Do Good

Some people have a gift for making the world feel lighter. They remind us to be curious again, to laugh again, to wonder again. Mark Rober is one of those people—and what makes him a true Chance Champion is that he uses his creativity not just to entertain, but to uplift and help others. Mark is known for building clever inventions, designing fun science experiments, and teaching millions of…

Shalane Flanagan: The Woman Who Runs With Others

Some people inspire you because they win. Others inspire you because they help everyone around them rise. Shalane Flanagan is both—but what truly makes her a Chance Champion is the way she brings others along. Shalane is known as an elite runner and champion, but her story is bigger than medals and finish lines. She has become a symbol of encouragement, resilience, and community. Again and…

MacKenzie Scott: Quiet Giving That Changes Everything

Not all heroes are loud. Some of the most powerful kindness in the world happens quietly—without cameras, without speeches, and without anyone demanding applause. That’s why MacKenzie Scott is such a meaningful Chance Champion. She has given billions of dollars to organizations that serve people in need, and she has done it in a way that feels rare, humble, and deeply respectful. What makes…

MrBeast: Turning Generosity Into a Movement

In today’s world, it’s easy to believe that social media is mostly noise. Drama. Ego. People chasing attention for shallow reasons. But every once in a while, someone uses attention in a way that feels completely different—like it’s doing something real. That’s what MrBeast has done. MrBeast is known for massive giveaways and viral videos, but what makes him a Chance Champion isn’t the…

Mark Rober: Using Creativity to Do Good

Mark Rober is one of those rare people who makes you feel something wonderful: hope. He’s known for building clever inventions, fun experiments, and science-based projects that make people smile—but what truly makes him a Chance Champion is how he uses his talent to help others. Mark reminds the world that doing good doesn’t have to feel heavy or complicated. It can be joyful. It can be…

Chance Champion Scott Harrison: Clean Water, Real Hope

Some of the most world-changing kindness doesn’t look dramatic at first. It can be as simple as a cup of water. But for millions of people, clean water isn’t simple. It isn’t guaranteed. It isn’t close by. In many parts of the world, families walk long distances every day just to collect water that may still be unsafe to drink. Children miss school. Women carry heavy containers for hours.…

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