charity

Man generously pays electricity bills for 36 families about to lose power over Christmas

There’s no time like Christmas when it comes to giving to those in need. Whether it’s gifts, love or even prayers, lending your support in some way takes on extra significance this time of year. ...

Employees left in tears as boss gives them $10m in bonuses at Christmas party

We live in a world where staff appreciation and loyalty isn’t as common as it was back in the day. The workplace is competitive and some staff feel if they don’t put up and shut ...

9-year-old boy is on a mission to buy 100 sleeping bags for the homeless people in his city

Homelessness is a crisis in many communities, and it takes kindhearted people to reach out and offer help. Simple food and supply donations from neighbors can make a huge difference for people as they try ...

Former NFL star Warrick Dunn grants homes to single mothers in need — he just gave his 173rd

It’s always nice to see athletes use their success to give back to their communities, becoming heroes in real life as much as they are on the field. Their charitable work can really make a ...

Marine spots young boy struggling in marathon – slows down to help him finish

Midway through the 5K race, which took place in Charlevoix, Michigan in 2013, Kerr came upon a group of children running the same event. One of the children, a 9-year-old boy, was struggling to keep ...

Jimmy Carter returns to building homes with Habitat for Humanity after breaking hip

In May, it was announced that Carter had broken his hip after falling in his home in Plains, Georgia. He was heading out on a turkey hunt. Breaking a hip at that age can be serious, ...

Tim Tebow helps 150 children get life-saving surgery through Birthday fundraiser

Posted by Tim Tebow Foundation on Sunday, August 18, 2019 Tim Tebow celebrated his 32nd birthday on August 14, and decided there would be no better present for him than to help kids in the Philippines. ...

After family hardships, mom snaps photo of kids praying before first day of school

On August 5, Jamisha Harris, from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, snapped a photo of her three kids, on their way to their first day of the school year at Idea Bridge Academy. But it was no ...

Gary Sinise raises $1.3 million for his veterans foundation by auctioning custom Jeep

Since playing Lt. Dan—a Vietnam vet who struggles in civilian life after losing his legs in combat—Sinise has felt a connection with US veterans, who responded to the character. “I realized early on that that ...

Gary Sinise donates $52,000 to City Rescue Squad for life-saving equipment – help us pay tribute

Through your donations, the Gary Sinise Foundation was able to award more than $52,000 to the Henderson City/County Volunteer Rescue Squad for new gear and life-saving equipment. Check out the article & video about our ...