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 62 Good Deeds to date!
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“ Helped someone catch their runaway dog. ”
— Victoria S.
“ I gave my extra ticket for the UB Distinguished Speaker Series to a stranger so she could enjoy listening to Hoda Kotb! ”
— Leah M.
“ My best friend is going through a difficult time so I made several meals for her family to help her out. ”
— Jackie P.
“ My friend was ill, possibly with food poisoning, and needed Pedialyte & bananas. Ran to the store & dropped them off to her. ”
— Patricia C.
“ Donated a men's and women's clothing to Friends of the Night in Downtown Buffalo. The organization helps the homeless in our area with clothes, food and basic essentials. ”
— Lisa B.
“ Delivered five bags of groceries to an apartment in a senior living facility. I stayed to the put groceries away for the resident who shared that she falls often. She was very sweet and grateful. ”
— Danene D.
“ Helped a driver with a 'locked' steering wheel. Saved her money & time on a cold day. My son got to see what it means to give back, help people & to be kind as we want others to do for us. ”
— Aleem M.
“ As a Den Leader for my sons’ Cub Scout Pack, I organize activities that focus on building character, leadership, safety, citizenship. This helps them & the broader community. ”
— Dawn R.
“ My friends Gary & Brenda made a warm meal for our family of 6 after my neck surgery. ”
— J.S.
“ After noticing a coworker wearing the same few outfits day after day, a colleague gifted clothing items to her. It was a simple act of kindness that made a meaningful difference. ”
— Lisa