500 good deeds across Amherst.
What we do together makes the difference.
From helping a neighbor shovel snow to donating to a local pantry, every good deed strengthens our community. Share your acts of kindness and help Amherst exceed our goal of 500 good deeds.
We’ve received 21 Good Deeds to date!
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“ I saw a young neighbor down the street attempting to shovel her driveway last week while also watching her toddler. The snow was knee deep and she was struggling to move it. That just broke my heart and made me say, "I can't let her continue like that." I started up my snowblower and walked it down to her house. I told her I'll do her driveway because there's so much snow. She did mention she got stuck in the driveway the day before and her husband is on the road often for work. After I finished she kept offering me something for my efforts. I told her it was a gift as I'm just helping someone in need. I then gave her a metal shovel and ice chopper to keep so she can break up the packed down snow and clear the rest of the driveway. Stay at home moms with two kids never have time, especially to clear a driveway with a shovel! My conscience felt better after helping her with the driveway knowing she can return her focus on the house and kids. ”
— Jim B.
“ Jeff goes above and beyond to help me carry heavy groceries in. Anyone in need of help, he is the first one there. ”
— Kim M.
“ To help our neighbors, Bill and Marilyn, my son and I cut the grass in the summer, shovel and snowblow snow in the winter, take out their garbage cans, and help with other deeds inside the house. ”
— Jim W.
“ Our son, 8, checks on our elder neighbor every day when he gets home from school. He brings in her mail, does chores around the house and makes her laugh. He bounds out the door when he gets home from school to do this exceptionally good deed every day. ”
— Dara M.
“ Our neighbor Emory has cleared the sidewalks in front of his neighbor's houses after each and every snow event. Two of the homes are occupied by older people. ”
— Alan C.
“ Thank you so much to Trey, the Hugs Guy!! He always makes my day when I drive by!! ”
— Chris W.
“ While at the hospital during a snowstorm on New Years Eve to deliver our son, the whole family came over and ensured our driveway was shoveled so that we could come home safely with our newborn. ”
— Chris M.
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My husband, Ken, consistently demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to our community, particularly during winter storms. Regardless of the severity of the weather, he is often the first to step forward to ensure that our neighbors are safe and supported. Over the years, Ken has voluntarily cleared sidewalks and driveways, checked in on our neighbors, and even provided generators during major storms to ensure homes remained safe and functional. He genuinely enjoys helping others. Our neighbors have come to rely on his dependability and generosity, knowing they can count on him in times of need. Ken takes great pride and joy in serving those around him, and his selfless efforts exemplify the true spirit of community.
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— Amber N.
“ Thank you to my neighbors on Britannia Drive. There are several who have been taking turns snowblowing the sidewalk in front of each others homes all winter. It makes each time a little easier for each other! ”
— Tom W.
“ An elderly couple in the town with a dog is struggling in this harsh weather to take the dog out several times per day, so I offered and the dog will stay with me until the weather improves. ”
— Elsie