August 12, 2017
5 uplifting news stories that prove there is still some good in this world
Despite what you read in your newsfeed, theres been a whole lot of good news out there recently. (Its true we can prove it!) Now, more than ever, people are coming together to show their support in neighborhoods big and small, all across the country.
From uplifting and inspiring stories of people who go beyond whats expected, to the touching stories of communities coming together for the common good, here are some of the stories that have warmed our hearts the most this year. (Warning: You might want to grab some tissues.)
Rapping subway conductor sparks smiles
Commuting by subway in New York can sometimes be how should we put this less than stellar. But theres an MTA train operator whos been putting a smile on grumpy commuters’ faces and infusing his announcements with a bit more flair by rapping what he has to say.
Sending kindergartens to college
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In one small county in Michigan, a philanthropic organization called the Sanilac County Community Foundation wants to change the lives of kindergartners all throughout town by giving them something of crucial value: A college education. After finding out that only 60 percent of her countys youth were going to college with even fewer graduating executive director Melissa Anderson and her foundation made a vow to up those numbers through what shes calling a pinky swear for the future.
Police help 4-year-old check for monsters
After a 4-year-old little girl named Sidney moved into her new Colorado home, she called on local police officers to help her out with a very important job: inspecting the house for monsters. Shed met police officer David Bonday earlier in the month at a community fundraiser and invited him over for the job, which he was all too happy to take on.
Getting a jump on summer reading
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Kids in an Arizona school got quite the special delivery recently and it was all thanks to one of their former bus drivers. Jermaine Bethea, a former school bus driver who now works for Valley Metro, the public transportation system in the area, showed up on May 16 with a busload full of donated books. As students at Curry Elementary wrapped up their last week of classes before summer, each of the 600 children at the school received a book to take home for vacation.
Chicago mom starts after school program
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Chicagos Jennifer Maddox, a South Side resident, was working two jobs to support her kids when inspiration struck. Ten years ago, the Chicago cop took on a second job as a security guard in a low-income housing complex when she noticed a problem: The 1,200 children living in the complex didnt have anywhere to go no playground, no park, nothing. So she took it upon herself to start an after school program for them.
Read more: http://mashable.com/2017/08/11/uplifting-news-stories/
December 1, 2018
Police Arrived And Let Something Out Of The Car That Thrilled A Boy With Autism 0
by MeDaryl • Cars, Kitchen Sink • Tags: autistic boy, car, heartwarming, kindness, police
When the time had come for Margaret Ng’s 4-year-old son Ethan to finally receive a service dog, she knew she wanted to make the reveal a special surprise.
Ethan, who has autism as well as attention deficit hyperactivity, has been waiting over two years to acquire a special companion to help him go about his daily life. With the help of the community, the police, and the fire department, they were able to raise the nearly $60,000 required to cover the costs of a service animal.
Ethan had no idea he was about to meet his new best friend, but once Yazzie the Golden Retriever stepped out of the police car, his face lit up.
(via Inside Edition)
These two are about to be best friends. I know it! Best of luck to both of you cuties.
Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/autism-companion/