This Man Strums Next to New York's Homeless So They Earn More Money
To reduce the stigma surrounding the homeless community asking for money, Chris Leamy sits right down next to them and plays tunes on his guitar.
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Veteran Homelessness Has Dropped 50% Since 2010
Thanks to a number of progressive governmental programs, rates of veteran homelessness in America have plummeted to half of what they were in 2010.
Homeless Community Cleans Up 24 Tons of Trash in San Jose
This impoverished organization are addressing negative stereotypes while cleaning up all the trash surrounding their home – all 48,000 pounds of it.
New Opportunities Come to Homeless Hero Who Found Bomb in the Trash
Karma came back around for the New Jersey heroes who are hailed for discovering five undetonated pipe bombs in a popular local train station.
Couple Wins Free Pizza For a Year, Donates it to Homeless Shelter Instead
It would be hard to turn down $500 worth of free pizza, but Hannah Spooner didn't think twice about passing the prize on to those less fortunate.
Canadian Restaurant Offers Free Meals To Anyone Who Can't Afford To Pay
A man who went from "king to beggar" -and back again- is giving free meals to anyone who needs food.
Orchestra Replaces Violin For Talented Homeless Man After His Was Stolen (WATCH)
The staff of a Canadian orchestra didn't fiddle around when they learned a homeless man's violin had been stolen, replacing the instrument within hours.
Ex-Homeless Man Gives $10K to High School After 2 Teens Buy Him Ticket Home
A school will reward students who perform random acts of kindness after an ex-homeless man gave $10,000 to thank students who helped him.
Homeless Woman Gets New Home, Reunites with Dogs After Outpouring of Support
After a local Chicago woman was featured on the news sleeping in a tent in the woods, having given up her dogs to a local animal hospital, the community has rallied around her -- and her pets -- in a big way.
Pope Opens Free Laundromat for Rome's Poor
Pope Francis just opened a facility containing six washing machines and dryers free to be used by Rome's homeless population.
Homeless Man Who Became Hero in Manchester Bombing Rewarded With Housing
Stephen Jones rushed to aid the injured after Monday night's explosion – and now he is being properly recognized for his kindness.
Family Fights Anti-homeless Spikes with Cushions and Chocolate
This mother and her two sons were outraged over the installation of "anti-homeless spikes" in their city – so they fought back with a softer solution.
Man Homeless For 33 Years is Overjoyed to Take First Hot Shower in New Home
Rob has been living on the streets since 1984 – so what was he most excited to do in his new home? Take a long hot shower.
Amazon to Include Homeless Shelter Inside New Building
Over 200 homeless people will now have a home alongside Amazon's employees in Seattle, Washington.
Couple Gives Back to Homeless Man Who Offered His Coat in the Cold
Taylor and Charlotte were destined to shiver in the cold for hours if it hadn't been for Joey offering up his own blanket and coat.
This Soup Kitchen Serves the Homeless Like Guests in a Restaurant
Anyone in need of a hearty lunch during the week will be welcomed by hosts and waiters ready to take their order with a side of kindness.
Scotland's First Eco-Village for the Homeless Will Offer Education Too
The first tiny house village of its kind opening in Edinburgh will not only provide valuable housing to the homeless, but educational resources as well.
Website Transforms Donating to the Homeless - it's Personal and 10x Better
HandUp allows those battling homelessness to appeal directly to donors who can fund their particular needs like housing, transportation, and food.
Homeless Man Protects Motorcyclist's Forgotten Keys and Refuses Reward
Even though Francisco Hernández has been homeless for six months, he didn't hesitate to save a man's property from theft, regardless of reward.
Secret Santa Donates 3,500 Pounds of Steak For Homeless Christmas Dinners
This anonymous donor made sure that hundreds of people living in poverty were given the rare treat of rib-eye steak for their holiday dinners.
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