Johanna Sampson, Ardmore, Oklahoma
“I wasn’t sure what I had gotten myself into until I got there.” Johanna Sampson remembers when she first arrived at The Landing Bridge, an at-risk youth center in Ardmore, Oklahoma, where she volunteers to serve kids and...
How Unity Park Heals a Decades-Old Racial Injustice and Unites a Community
This park rights a historic wrong and brings people together with nature
Damar Hamlin: Thank You, Buffalo
In this touching letter, Damar Hamlin reflects on the support he's received from the Buffalo community, 2023's Nicest Place in...
This Flower Farm Delivers Free Flowers to Spread Cheer—and Fight Pollution
This nonprofit is spreading smiles and saving the earth, one bouquet at a time
A Devastating Flood Brings Out the Best in a Small Town
When the floodwaters rose in Red Lodge, Montana, so did a river of helping hands
Tasty Ribs and Helping Hands: Mark BBQ Serves 170,000 Meals to Those in Need
In addition to brisket burgers, this restaurant offers free meals and second chances
Uniting in the Face of Deadly Blizzards and Tragedy, Buffalo, New York, Is the Nicest Place in America
Despite natural disasters, shooting tragedies and Damar Hamlin's near-death experience, Buffalo's community is stronger than ever
How a 9/11 Survivor and His Son Bravely Rescued a Pilot from Icy Waters
When a small plane crashes into a frozen creek, kayakers must navigate the ice to save the pilot
Meet the Man Who Saved a Stranger Being Electrocuted by Live Train Tracks
Deadly jolts of electricity kept anyone from grabbing him—so a Good Samaritan stepped up to help
Joi Bass, Indianola, Mississippi
For Joi Bass, a Dollar General employee in Indianola, Mississippi, doing good deeds runs in the family. “Service is just...
I Stopped Hiding My Disability, and It Opened Up New Worlds
Everyone is hiding something—but embracing that secret part of yourself can change everything
Readers Share the Best Advice They Ever Got—and These Wise Words Are Gold
Readers share the life-changing lessons they were taught by others
Meet the Man Who Raises Money for the Homeless by Painting Their Portraits
A picture really is worth a thousand words
This Man Spent Days in a Swamp After Losing His Arm to an Alligator—and Lived to Tell the Tale
This is his incredible story of survival
The Big-Rig Crisis: How We Fail Our Truckers
Long hours and low pay are taking a toll on our nation's drivers
Our Readers Share Their Greatest Strokes of Good Fortune
These reader-submitted stories are true tales of good fortune
Meet the Man Who Survived 16+ Hours at Sea After His Boat Capsized
This is his amazing story of survival and strength
The Lessons My Motorcycle—and Grown Daughters—Taught Me on the Road
What one father learned about life, love and the importance of adventure
How I Survived an Awkward Family Dinner with My Humor Intact
Stand-up comedian Zach Zimmerman recounts their first family dinner in four years, proving with their trademark humor that you can...
The Importance of Men’s Friendships—and How Poker Could Make Them Stronger
People who make time to hang out with friends have all the luck
He Played a Superhero—but a Daring Rescue Made Him a Real-Life Hero
It's a bird ... it's a plane ... it's Captain Harrisburg, saving the day thanks to his quick thinking and...
Meet the Pizza Man Who Saved 5 Kids from a House Fire
Nick Bostic was troubled, aimless. Then one night, everything changed.
Readers Share the Most Moving—and Hilarious—Ways They’ve Been Told They’re Loved
Pumpkins, mustard and skydiving—oh my! These true "I love you" stories from our readers are sure to make you smile.
Readers Share Their Most Hilarious—and Inspiring—Sports Stories
Our readers share their sports stories, from the highlights that won trophies to the bloopers that won hearts
How National Parks Reconnected This Duo with Nature—and Each Other
A grandmother and grandson find a way to mend their broken relationship, one national park at a time
The Nicest Places in America 2023
The Nicest Places in America is a nationwide search for places where people are kind and do amazing things to...
Little Helper of the Week: Watch This Little Girl Offer a Plate of Food to a Homeless Person
One small act can make a huge difference.
Readers Share Stories of Strength and Success After Setbacks
Seeing a challenge as an opportunity can change your life
His Super Bowl Parties Feed the Homeless, So Everybody Wins
One party launched a charity now helping thousands of people experiencing homelessness
This Passenger Got an Emergency Flying Lesson After His Pilot Passed Out at 10,000 Feet
The plane is careening toward the sea without a pilot. Air traffic control’s mission: Teach a passenger to land...
Readers Share Their Heartwarming Real-Life Secret Santa Stories
Santa's best-kept secret? He's got elves everywhere—and these sweet stories of holiday kindness prove it.
