People Doing Good

Stories of people making a difference in the world

Quote Graphic: None of us can be liberated if other groups are not. — Gloria Steinem, in a speech

67 Most Iconic Quotes from Gloria Steinem

Gloria Steinem, a trailblazing feminist, journalist, and social-political activist, has been a leading voice in the women’s liberation movement for decades. 
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John and Hank Green appear on screenshot of Project for Awesome livestream on YouTube, with text on screen showing donations

Hank & John Green's 2024 'Project for Awesome' raises $3.5M for charity, breaks record

Hank and John Green’s annual charity livestream, Project for Awesome, has become a cornerstone of their online community. 
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A photo collage of a moccasin, a dog poop bag with the name 'Chad' written on it, a large wind-wave tank to study artificial reefs, a screenshot from The Shotline website featuring Joaquin's story, and a flatlay photo of the Goodnewspaper

Good News This Week: February 17, 2024 - Moccasins, Reefs, & AI

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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The faces of six victims of gun violence, beneath the text: "The Shotline: Voices lost to gun violence make the call for change"

AI deepfakes give a voice to victims of gun violence — and uses them to demand action from lawmakers

On the anniversary of the 2018 shooting in Parkland, Florida, gun law advocates have launched an AI project that leverages the voices of young people killed by guns to call elected officials. 
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An illustration of two hands opening up to depict generosity and kindness

14 Ideas To Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day

February 17 is National Random Acts of Kindness Day! Here's a guide with ideas for how to celebrate the holiday and instill kindness in your community year-round.
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Two photos of drag queen Pattie Gonia and a headline from National Geographic, reading "They inspire us and teach us about the world: Meet our 2024 Travelers of the Year"

National Geographic names drag queen & climate activist Pattie Gonia Traveler of the Year 2024

Drag Queen Pattie Gonia was dubbed one of National Geographic's 2024 Travelers of the Year, joining a list of 8 other activists around the globe.
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A crowd of people looks on in awe during the M3F Music Festival

Meet M3F, the Phoenix music festival that donates 100% of its profits to charity

Since 2004, the M3F Music Festival has donated over $4 million to local Phoenix charities, all while bringing music lovers together.
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A brown dog sits next to a pink poop bag with the name "Chad" written on it. Two Facebook comments surround them.

For a Valentine's Day donation, this animal shelter will write your ex's name on a dog poop bag

The Nebraska Humane Society's latest fundraiser hopes to turn "pettiness into a positive" for Valentine's Day.
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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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