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 204 Good Deeds to date!
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“ I helped my elderly neighbor clean up her side yard by trimming trees & bushes, & cleaned her fence to remove the staining. Felt great to help make her yard & her view from her deck much better! ”
— Amy D.
“ Snyder Fire Dept Firefighter & Life Member Ron Y. celebrated 60 years of service. He is the first member to reach the 60-year milestone! Thank you for your continued commitment. ”
— Snyder Fire Department
“ 59 Amherst/Williamsville Veterans were added to the Amherst Veterans Memorial Wall during a ceremony on Aug. 16. Thank you for your service and all who organized the event. ”
— Amherst Veterans Committee
“ Four Daemen alums participated in the Empire State Ride, cycling 500+ miles across NYS to help raise $2.4M for critical cancer research at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. ”
— Daemen University
“ Lincoln & his friends built a Gaga Ball Court at Mill Middle School for his Eagle Scout project. Great addition that will have a lasting impact on the community! ”
— Mill Middle School
“ An anonymous supporter sponsored all of the feline leukemia cats' adoption fees at Ten Lives Club! Amazing act of generosity to help get these animals adopted and into safe homes. ”
— Ten Lives Club Cat Rescue
“ While my daughter and I were out to dinner, an elderly woman was dining alone at the table next to us. We had the waitress bring us her bill so we could pay it. ”
— Monique H.
“ Thank you to the community for rallying behind a local family who lost everything in a devastating fire. Recovering will take time and the continued support is appreciated. ”
— Susan S.
“ Independent Health Marketing Dept completed Hands Only CPR training & are now empowered to assist in cardiac emergency within our homes or community. ”
— Stacy G.
“ The Amherst Senior Center's Community Service Sewing Projects Club made 66 drawstring backpacks for OLV Elementary School! These bags will really help students! ”
— Senior Center Sewing Projects Club