Michaels craft stores giving away $100,000 in gift cards Friday

To celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday, Michaels craft stores will give away more than $100,000 in gift cards at its 1,060 stores nationwide and on its Facebook page.

Throughout the day, the Texas-based retailer will randomly hand out thousands of gift cards to inspire people to do a kind act for someone else, such as donating the gift cards to a school, church or hospital, or using the cards to buy supplies to make a special homemade gift for someone.

"This is a fun way for us to say thanks to our loyal customers and an opportunity for them to pay it forward with a DIY gift," said Michaels Chief Marketing Officer Paula Puleo. "We hope that our participation in Random Acts of Kindness Day will inspire our customers throughout the year."

For more information, go to michaels.com/sharethelove.