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 172 Good Deeds to date!
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“ Was putting away my cart at Aldi's. It was raining out so i also took an elderly couples cart and put it away for them and walked back to their car and gave them their quarter back. ”
— Janelle B.
“ My neighbor is on vacation and asked me if I could pick up their dog from his long term training session and drop him at boarding. ”
— Carey K.
“ I paid it forward at the Tim Hortons drive-thru this morning! ”
— Stefanie W.
“ Volunteers at the Senior Center sew sleep sacks for babies, backpacks for children in foster care & other ways to support those in need through acts of kindness. ”
— Community Service Sewing Club
“ A cyclist noticed a water bottle lying in the middle of the bike path & placed it on a nearby bench so the owner could easily find it, & helped keep the path safe. ”
— Lisa
“ My young children volunteered to help at a church clean-up. They jumped in and helped in the gardens with all of the adults, eager to help out. ”
— Emily C.
“ Amherst Police participated in the 40th NYS Law Enforcement Torch Run supporting Special Olympics. What an awesome event to raise awareness and community spirit! ”
— Law Enforcement Torch Run
“ Smallwood students rock! They earned the Promising Practice Award for good character - “See the Good, Be the Good, Spread the Good.” ”
— Smallwood Drive Elementary
“ Volunteers helped at the Ronald McDonald House to create a welcoming and supportive environment for the families in need. ”
— Kiwanis Club of Amherst
“ Caroline found a large amount of cash at CALL and immediately turned it into the snack stand. She demonstrated true character and integrity. Get job! ”
— Central Amherst Little League