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Sweet Senior Has Given Away 6,000 Chocolate Bars to Strangers in Decade-Long Act of Kindness
This 93-year-old is nicknamed "The Candy Man" because he has spent the last 11 years giving away chocolate bars to strangers.
When Football Fans Destroy Young Man's Car, Community Immediately Rallies to Restore It
Sympathetic football fans were quick to help out a young man whose car fell victim to the celebrations earlier this week.
Watch Emotional Auction of Car Being Bought and Donated 3 Times to Help Support Orphan Siblings
These grandparents were reluctant to auction off their late son's Pontiac, but they wanted to be able to pay their grandchildren's medical bills.
Inspiring 9/11 Story: A Massai Warrior's Unexpected Gift to America
In the days following 9/11, many Americans probably were unaware that others around the world made extraordinary gestures toward the United States. One of the most touching reactions of all was the story of how a destitute Kenyan boy turned Stanford student rallied his Masai tribe to offer its most precious gift to America in its time of need.
These Firefighters Nursed an Exhausted Hummingbird Back to Health
They stayed with the little critter until it was strong enough to stand up and fly away from their fire station.
Beer Deliveryman Prevents Suicide on a Bridge By Offering a Cold One-While Channeling Denzel Washington
After channeling his inner Denzel Washington, a beer deliverman finally succeeded in talking down a suicidal man when he cracked open a cold one.
Person Leaves Refreshingly Positive Thank You Note on Windshield of Ambulance Blocking Their Driveway
People don't often find good things tucked under their windshield wipers; which is why these paramedics were delighted by what they found earlier this week.
Man Who Shot Up Mosque Goes Back For Forgiveness, Finds Hugs Waiting
After a man shot up a mosque, its members welcomed him with open arms as he came to apologize in person and ask for forgiveness.
'Sleepbus' Provides Homeless Australians (and Their Pets) a Safe Place to Sleep
An Australian man has raised $100,000 to convert buses into mobile shelters, that can each give 22 people and their pets a safe, comfortable night's sleep.
Watch Good Samaritan Carry Struggling Older Man to His Car
You've heard about everyday heroes helping old ladies across the street, but what about someone who carries an old man to his car?
Students Crochet Plastic Bags Into Sleeping Mats for the Homeless
Honor students are turning pesky plastic grocery bags into hundreds of insulated sleeping mats for the homeless.
Employee Lets Autistic Teen Stock the Shelves; Video Goes Viral and Strangers Give Him $120K
A young man's kind gesture towards a teen with autism has prompted an outpouring of adoration and support for both of them.
Walmart Cashier Steps In When Nail Salon Refuses Woman in Wheelchair
Ebony Harris was not about to let this customer with cerebral palsy leave the store without a gorgeous new manicure.
Starbucks Worker Receives Apology Note, Tip From Sassy Customer
Starbucks employees have had worse encounters with customers, but this woman made up for her sassiness with the most heartfelt message ever.
Innovation Wins Good Government Awards for Six States
Six state programs, ranging from Maine's comprehensive health care reform to Wisconsin's environmental program for businesses, are competing for $100,000 grants in one of the nation's premiere good government competitions.
Dog Breaks Out of Kennel to Comfort Frightened Puppies (WATCH)
This dog broke out of her kennel at a pet motel to comfort a pair of new puppies frightened by their surroundings.
Mother of Waffle House Survivor is Working to Repay Waitress Who Saved Her Son
A waitress's simple actions may have saved a man's life – so the man's mother because determined to bless her in return.
A Special Group of Soldiers, Vietnamese Orphans and Their American Angel
Betty Tisdale reveres soldiers. They were so wonderful! The 121st Signal Battalion, 1st Infantry Division in Viet Nam was stationed nearby. The men adopted the orphanage and took care of the kids, building indoor toilets, showers, and doing maintenance.
Town's Compassionate Approach Cuts Rates of Overdose by More Than Half - State to Adopt It
In less than a year since they implemented their "compassion-based" followup initiative, this town is experiencing fewer overdoses than ever.
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