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Homeless 9-Year-Old With Brain Cancer Raises $600K in Days
Acts of Kindness2h ago

Homeless 9-Year-Old With Brain Cancer Raises $600K in Days

When philanthropist Isaiah Garza met Jazzy, a nine-year-old girl battling brain cancer while living in a car with her mom, their connection sparked something incredible. The internet rallied together and raised over $600,000 in just over a week to fund her life-saving treatment.

Upworthy2 min read
Steinbach Raises $41K One Cookie at a Time for Youth
Acts of KindnessMay 20

Steinbach Raises $41K One Cookie at a Time for Youth

A small Manitoba community just proved that cookies really can change lives. Local Tim Hortons locations sold 20,500 Smile Cookies in one week, raising nearly $41,000 for Youth for Christ programs serving at-risk teens.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Malayali Diaspora Raises $9M to Save Man from Execution
Acts of KindnessMay 19

Malayali Diaspora Raises $9M to Save Man from Execution

After 20 years in a Saudi prison under death sentence, Abdul Rahim is walking free thanks to a stunning display of community solidarity. The global Malayali community raised ₹35 crore ($9 million) in blood money to save his life.

The Hindu2 min read
London Food Bank Doubles Donations, Hits £1M Goal
SolutionsApr 19

London Food Bank Doubles Donations, Hits £1M Goal

Food Bank Aid smashed its £1 million fundraising goal in just 36 hours using a clever campaign that made donating feel like filling a gap. The "U CAN FILL THE HUNGER GAP" message turned every Londoner into part of the solution.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Casa Grande Fundraiser Raises $58K for Hungry Families
Acts of KindnessApr 18

Casa Grande Fundraiser Raises $58K for Hungry Families

A Casa Grande community event brought together 113 donors who raised nearly $59,000 to fund free meals, after-school programs, and support services for neighbors in need. Former students who once received help returned as confident young leaders to welcome guests and share their stories. #

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Kingston Community Raises $100K for Fire Survivor Family
Acts of KindnessFeb 17

Kingston Community Raises $100K for Fire Survivor Family

After two young brothers died in a Pennsylvania house fire, volunteers rallied to move their surviving family into a fully furnished home within days. The community raised over $100,000 to help the family rebuild their lives. #

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Community Raises $155K for Drowning Victims' Families
Acts of KindnessJan 31

Community Raises $155K for Drowning Victims' Families

After two young professionals tragically drowned during a weekend getaway in New South Wales, their communities rallied to raise over $155,000 in days to support grieving families. The outpouring reflects the power of community support during unimaginable loss.

SBS Australia3 min read