People Doing Good

Stories of people making a difference in the world

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How To Make Your Giving Tuesday Donations Count — Today and Beyond

Giving Tuesday is a great opportunity to support causes and organizations close to your heart. Here's how to make the most out of it.
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Screenshots of Alex Calvering's TikTok videos and an Amazon wish list for a virtual coat drive

TikTok Lawyer Launches Digital Coat Drive For Homeless New Yorkers, Raises $10k in a Day

The "court-appointed hype man," urged his 800,000 followers to assist in providing winter coats for New Yorkers experiencing homelessness.
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A photo collage of a man wearing a "I Carry Narcan" shirt, a box of Hank Green's 'Cancer Socks', a screenshot from Jourdan Johnson's TikTok Live, a Wilma Mankiller Barbie doll, and a flatlay of the Goodnewspaper

Good News This Week: November 18, 2023 - Barbies, Socks, & AR Filters

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Christ the Redeemer statue wearing a projection of a T-shirt that says "Welcome to Brazil. Taylor Swift in a blue dress, singing on stage

Taylor Swift Projection on Christ the Redeemer Statue is Actually a Charity Campaign by Brazilian Swifties

Taylor Swift's Brazilian fans have mobilized to do good while projecting a welcome letter to the pop star on the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio.
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Casey McIntyre's tweet with images of her with her family and the text: a note to my friends: if you’re reading this I have passed away. I’m so sorry, it’s horse and we both know it. The cause was stage four ovarian cancer. I loved each and every one of you with my whole heart and I promise you, I knew how deeply I was loved.

In Her Final Now-Viral Farewell, Woman Buys Off Strangers' Medical Debts: 'I'm So Lucky'

The fund, created in collaboration with the nonprofit RIP Medical Debt, has already exceeded its initial $20,000 goal, showcasing the impact of the beloved woman's compassionate final wish.
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A screenshot of a TikTok from Jourdan Johnson with the text "Filter for Good" over her face; a screenshot of a TikTok page with a number of different videos utilizing the filter

Influencer Creates Viral TikTok Filter That Donates To Gaza: 'It's a Skill I Can Use for Good'

A top TikTok effect creator utilized her platform to create an AR filter generating funds for essential aid amid humanitarian crises.
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Screenshots of the colorful and playful mobile game, Gubbins

With Support from Hank Green, New Word Game 'Gubbins' Gives Back To Charity

Players of Wordle, Connections, and Spelling Bee may be excited to add another game to their daily roster. But Gubbins isn’t just any word game. With Hank Green’s help, it’s a word game for good. 
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David Attenborough alongside Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna

An endangered egg-laying mammal went viral after being spotted again. Here are 6 fascinating things to know about the creature. 

The discovery has captured the world’s attention — prompting news articles, social media posts, and celebrations by conservationists. Here’s what all the excitement is about...
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Hank Green, the Cancer Socks box

Hank Green Debuts Special Socks That Raise Funds for Cancer Treatment

Internet creator, author, and philanthropist Hank Green used his time receiving cancer treatment to design socks that give back.
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RuPaul's Drag Race' Fans & Performers Fight Drag Bans

Fans of the hit show “RuPaul’s Drag Race” are especially strong advocates for the beauty, power, and resilience of drag in queer communities. 
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Stylized illustration of colorful, geometrically shaped drag queens in a festive parade, set against an abstract crowd and vibrant pride flags.

The Show Must Go On: 15 Good News Stories About Drag Queens

As politicians try to enact drag bans across the country, here are examples of drag performances being used for good.
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These Are the Good News Stories You Missed This Week: November 10, 2023

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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