Business Details
18 Years
experience
Spreading Hope Through Recycled Flowers
Random Acts of Flowers was founded in 2008 with a mission to improve emotional health and well-being for individuals in healthcare facilities through recycled flowers and acts of kindness. Our founder, Larsen Jay, was inspired during his recovery from a near-fatal accident when he noticed fellow patients lacked the emotional support he received through floral gifts. We now operate in Knoxville, TN, Tampa Bay, FL, Indianapolis, IN, and Asheville, NC, with a vision to nurture a culture of care through core values of fun, passion, accountability, and excellence.Our team of dedicated volunteers repurposes over 100,000 flowers annually into hand-delivered bouquets, ensuring every recipient experiences the healing power of compassion. As a federally registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we maintain strict financial accountability and transparency, with annual IRS Form 990 filings reviewed by an external CPA firm.
Services
Floral Donations
Vase Donations
Volunteer Opportunities
Mission Partnerships
Community Events
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Founded in 2008 with 15+ years of experience in floral-based emotional support
- Operate in four U.S. locations with nationwide volunteer networks
- Eco-friendly approach repurposing 100,000+ flowers annually
- Tax-deductible donation opportunities for community supporters
- Direct personal deliveries to healthcare recipients within 48 hours
Associations and certifications
- 501(c)(3)
What people say
Brightened our day
Emotional lift
Touched patients
Community connection
Compassionate impact
Services
Floral Donations
We collect fresh cut flowers and arrangements from weddings, events, and florists to create new bouquets. Our volunteers repurpose donations within 48 hours, delivering them to healthcare patients. This service reduces floral waste while providing emotional support through personalized floral gifts.
Vase Donations
Accepting glass, ceramic, and plastic vases (6-9" tall) to complete our floral arrangements. Donated vases become cherished keepsakes for recipients. Unsuitable items get redirected to local charities, ensuring 100% reuse while maintaining our mission of compassionate delivery presentation.
Volunteer Opportunities
Offering individual and group volunteer roles including floral prep, bouquet creation, and personal deliveries. Participants gain hands-on experience in community care while supporting our mission. Corporate teams can engage in structured service days with customized impact tracking.
Mission Partnerships
Building relationships with healthcare facilities, florists, and corporations to expand our reach. Partners receive engagement opportunities through financial donations, in-kind contributions, and collaborative programming that aligns with our values of compassion and sustainability.
Community Events
Organizing fundraising events and public awareness campaigns to support our operations. These initiatives include 'Flowers After Hours' workshops and 'Harvest in Bloom' celebrations that educate participants about our mission while generating critical resources for ongoing deliveries.
People
Larsen Jay
Founder
Founded Random Acts of Flowers in 2008 after receiving floral support during his recovery from a near-fatal accident. Recognized the emotional impact of flowers on healthcare patients and transformed his experience into a nationwide compassion initiative.
Ally Slavick
Executive Director
Leads Knoxville operations with strategic oversight of daily activities. Brings extensive nonprofit management experience to ensure program effectiveness and community impact alignment with organizational values and growth objectives.
Debbie Fettig
Program Manager
Coordinates volunteer programs and community engagement initiatives. Focuses on optimizing volunteer experiences while maintaining operational efficiency in floral processing and delivery logistics across multiple service areas.
Questions
How can I donate flowers to Random Acts of Flowers?
Donate through event pickups, grocery store partnerships, or drop-offs at our Knoxville location during business hours.
Are volunteer opportunities available for groups?
Yes, we offer corporate team-building days and group service projects with customized impact tracking.
Which healthcare facilities do you serve?
We partner with hospitals, nursing homes, hospices, and memory care facilities across four U.S. locations.
Are floral donations tax-deductible?
Yes, we provide donation acknowledgments with our tax ID for all in-kind contributions.
Can I request a specific delivery location?
While we can't guarantee specific recipients, our partners help identify patients most in need of emotional support.
How quickly are donated flowers delivered?
All repurposed bouquets reach recipients within 48 hours of donation processing.
