People Doing Good

Stories of people making a difference in the world

A screen shot of a TikTok video by Ms. Rachel and a photo of Mychal the Librarian holding a book

TikTok's 'Mychal the Librarian' is set to guest star in upcoming 'Ms. Rachel' episode

At the end of February two beloved creators are coming together to collaborate as Mychal the Librarian joins Ms. Rachel on her “Songs for Littles” Youtube show.
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Two women smile, holding laundry baskets in a laundromat; a woman smiles while walking out of a laundromat

This Austin nonprofit hosts free laundry days for unhoused locals, then changes their lives for the better

A nonprofit in Texas offers comprehensive support to the homeless community through life-changing laundry services, health care access, and housing assistance.
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A photo collage of comedian Tim Robinson, a kid playing a game in a hospital room, a screenshot from a Boston Bike Pass TikTok, a screenshot from Dan Howell's and Phil Lester's birthday livestream, and a flatlay photo of the Goodnewspaper

Good News This Week: February 3, 2024 - Tents, PSAs, & Gaming

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Two photos: Jennifer Garner eating a meal in a classroom, and a selfie of Jennifer Garner with Senator Siah Correa Hemphill

Jennifer Garner continues advocacy for Indigenous communities by visiting school, state house in New Mexico

The actress and Save the Children ambassador engaged with local schools, shared traditional meals with Navajo leaders, and advocated for state funding.
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Three tents next to each other as part of a homeless encampment

Portland charities band together to donate 1,500 tents to unhoused locals after severe ice storm

A recent ice storm in Portland, OR, posed challenges for unhoused locals, prompting donations of 1,500 tents by the Mental Health Association and Shir Tikvah.
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A selfie of Phil Lester and Dan Howell wearing birthday hats, surrounded by screenshots of tweets congratulating them on their fundraiser

YouTubers Dan & Phil raise thousands for humanitarian aid during livestream

The duo logged on to celebrate Phil Lester's birthday by entertaining their audience and raising funds for two hours.
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Screenshots of a TikTok of Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, wearing a black coat and a beanie, speaking to a community member named Becky

Mayor of Boston commutes with residents to learn how to improve public transit

Michelle Wu, the first woman and person of color Mayor in Boston, has a history of advocating for transportation improvements. Her new TikTok series does just that.
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An Antillean manatee (Trichechus manatus manatus) underwater

Community collaboration led to groundbreaking manatee rescue efforts

Environmental agencies, NGOs and local fishing communities have joined forces to create a network to respond to emergencies involving stranded Antillean manatees.
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A photo collage of a man riding a lawnmower, a man holding up seaweed, a screenshot of one of Collective Fashion Justice's content, a group photo of the Vegan Hacktivists, and a man pouring soup into a bowl

Good News This Week: January 27, 2024 - Farms, Food, & Seaweed

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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A child lays in a hospital bed playing video games; a Gamers Outreach Go Kart mobile gaming device; a boy rejoices while playing video games in a hospital room

Meet the innovative nonprofit that brings video games to children in hospitals

Nonprofit Gamers Outreach makes it easier for hospitalized children to play their favorite games and maintain a sense of normalcy.
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Assorted fruits and vegetables, some cut into heart shapes, with a cotton candy graphic and a heart-shaped illustration filled with various foods, against a pastel background with scattered hearts.

Eating with empathy: How to include everyone at mealtime

No matter your relationship to food, we all deserve a more holistic and inclusive approach to how we dine.
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Stylized vector illustration of a group of people in profile with abstract features, standing side by side in varied colors against a background of swirling patterns and celestial motifs. The illustration represents celebrities with learning disabilities like dyslexia.

Ultimate List: 29 Famous People with Dyslexia

Facing unique learning struggles does not mean an individual is incapable of achieving great things. In fact, many of the world's most famous actors, musicians, and athletes have lived and thrived while learning differently.
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