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 91 Good Deeds to date!
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“ Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village's Maple Festival couldn't have happened without the 67 volunteers who served 500 visitors. The BNHV team is thankful for the support of our community! ”
— Carrie S.
“ I went to my church food pantry and filled up two grocery bags full of food and drove it to a food insecure older gentleman who was just recovering from the flu. ”
— Rosa S.
“ Ralph exemplifies what a caring person is. Always helping residents, driving to the hospital, grocery shops, shovels & much more. He is an abundance of kindness! ”
— Anonymous
“ At the neighborhood library, a patron donated a stack of children’s books so families could take them home for free during their children's summer reading program. ”
— Lisa
“ I came across a tipped over recycle tote with its contents spilled all over & picked everything up. As I was finishing, the elderly homeowner came out & was extremely appreciative. ”
— Monique H.
“ Amherst Youth Engaged in Service Volunteers completed 3,936 hours of service in 2025! Helped - Amherst Libraries, Elderwood, Lion's Club, Healthy Kid's Running Program, & many more! ”
— Antonella S.
“ I volunteered with Amherst Meals on Wheels to deliver to local residents. It was a meaningful & fulfilling experience. Highly recommend it to support our community. ”
— Richard A.
“ I collected stray grocery carts left behind in the parking lot. Sometimes shoppers aren't able to return their cart to the store or cart corral & in that instance, I am happy to help. ”
— Lauren G.
“ My husband and I volunteered to help Hospice Buffalo deliver their spring bouquets. ”
— Dawn R.
“ Donated home decor to the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in support of its mission of building homes for families in need. So easy to donate & a pleasant experience for shoppers! ”
— Suzanne B.