Social Media for Good

Stories of the ways social media is being used to make a positive difference and help people

The comedian has been especially vocal about the plight of Palestinians online.

First he jumped on the couch. Then, he played with toys. Now, he’s getting into philanthropy.

Tiki has been in the care of his foster family for just 26 days. His transformation has countless followers in tears.

Bells Larsen said their newest album was “shaped around” their transition, with the vocals to prove it.

Derrick Downey Jr. has built his platform on loving the squirrels in his neighborhood. When the city stepped in, he stepped up.

Special education teacher Kati Jo Christensen is using the money she makes on the app to pay off students’ lunch debt.

She joins a list of honorees including Selena Gomez, Jason Momoa, Björk, Don Cheadle, and more.

YouTubers and “Nerdfighters” have raised more than $27 million to make a difference and “decrease world suck.”

Hank and John Green’s annual charity livestream, Project for Awesome, has become a cornerstone of their online community.

Hank and John Green’s annual charity livestream, Project for Awesome, has been a massive fundraising success since 2007.

Here’s where you can stream and catch the highlights.

Followers came together to raise funds for the disabled woman to have a safer and more accessible home.