AOK Shoutouts Share & Celebrate Kindness

When walking into Walmart I asked a lady if I could help her save a few steps by taking her shopping cart she was finished with. She gave me a big smile and said yes, please! I think she appreciated not having to walk 50 steps round trip in the 95 degree heat!

When I go to the grocery store, I will usually offer to take someone’s cart after they’ve unloaded their groceries. For the first time I had someone offer to take my cart today!

I pulled into our local gas station to fuel up and as I was walking into to pay I passed a man on his way out and asked him how he was doing and he said he would be doing better if he had power at his house. When I came back out he was opening the hood on his car and I happened to be parked right next to him. He said no power at home and a dead battery in my car. I had cables in my car and offered to help him out with a jump. He thanked me and went on his way.

Very nice young ladies at the Pretty Penny Bakehouse booth, hooked me up with a complimentary scone to try. Delicious ! Thank you so much. Wishing your business much success.

I was having a rough week. Out of the blue, my best friend came over. She made dinner, did the dishes, and sat with me to watch my favorite show. When she left, I found she’d packed up the leftovers so I’d have meals for the week. It was simple, quiet, and exactly what I needed.

So im at the Cleveland clinic my husband had heart surgery the hard plastic chairs in his ICU room hurt your butt after awhile so I had been sitting in his recliner in the room no one’s said anything. The night nurse Kyle got me a black cushion for the hard plastic chair and said you can sit in the recliner if you want as long as Keith my husband isn’t sitting in it. Thank you, Kyle for your act of kindness !

Neighbors are out of town so I went over and mowed their lawn for them

Just got off a plane and had 2 spend 2 hours getting out of the airport due to vustoms, etc. We were exhausted and HUNGRY! Went through Canes and I took care of the bill. I dont believe in bragging about doing for others but I want this million acts of kindness to happen!

At the store , wearing a cast. I was struggling a little trying to put a case of water on my cart. 2 little boys , about 10 years old, asked if they could help. I said "yes,please". They loaded the water onto the cart and asked if I needed them to load anything else. I didn't so they waved and ran off . Thanks kids, raised right!

My mom and I were out checking out things in Lima, and we've lived there a while and know our way around. There was someone who walked with us who was looking for a particular place. As we talked, he told us where he was trying to go and my mom was able to point him in the right direction. Turns out, he had gotten some confusing directions previously and was thankful for my mom's help.

My neighbor, Bob, went out of his way to help me move some large items knowing he had a truck and I didn’t! Thanks Bob, best neighbor ever

There's a new gas station open on the corner of Jameson and Allentown road. There Is a young man that works there, and said to me a couple of times oh you're back! I told him I was visiting a friend in the hospital and that my friend loves their coffee thus I have bought him a cup every single day and brought it to the hospital. The young man asked me what was going on and I gave him a brief summary of my friends situation. He asked me to write down my friend's name and I did. He said he's going to be bringing something special up to the hospital and delivering it to my friend. This is what it looks like to go the extra mile. This is what sweet, caring, and beautiful human beings are like! this young man will have a place in my heart forever! ❤❤❤

Witnessed a young mother in a check-out line with her new baby. I didn’t realize until she walked out the door that she had to leave the baby formula at the store counter because she lacked the funds for the purchase. I quickly exited the store, as she placed her baby in the vehicle and asked her not to leave until I could get the formula for her. I re-entered the store, purchased the formula and gave it to the mother. It felt so good to be able to help her nourish her infant.

I designed a business card for a friend. I took a few of his favorite shots and spent an evening making a handful of different options so he could pick one that felt just right.

Offered a gentleman a mint after the vending machine took his money

We’ve all been there—walking up to a store entrance at the same time as someone else. Usually, you slow down a step and let them go first. No big deal, right? Well, recently I did just that, and to my surprise, the person ahead of me turned around and held the door open so I could go in first. Such a simple gesture, but it really stuck with me. It’s been 5 days, and I’m still thinking about that small act of kindness. 💙

I found out some things from my drs apt I was down about and reached out to a couple friends- they called and let me cry it out with them right away. My husband was with me and brought me flowers, my team member drove me home and told me to take the day off. Another team member sent me a kind message and sent me a Sugarwish gift to brighten my week. There are so many kind people in this world - the key is to be human and share when you’re not doing AOK and to have each others’ backs.

We were at a local fair and wanted to purchase a clock from a local clock creator, but did not have the funds to do so. Later at the fair, I won $50 and went back to purchase the clock and donated the rest of it to another organization because the mindset was I came in without the 50 so why not be kind to other people and use the 50 I was gifted! Be the ripple. Be kind.

Today at a festival in our town was Rae's Express - a cute little food truck. I ordered my sandwich and as she is preparing it I remembered I hadn't stop to get cash and all I had on me was my debit card and unfortunately her machine was not operating. This sweet woman handed me the sandwich, told me to enjoy and play it forward. God bless people like this!

Shopping at Kohl's...Izzy (cashier) went out of her way to make sure I was credited with Kohl's cash, by researching my years ago phone number. I appreciate her going the extra mile. Then wished me a great rest of my day. Thanks Izzy ! ☺️

Morocco offers many kind acts. One very helpful person stopped us and asked us if we were lost, of course we were. She and her daughter helped us with our map to get us to our hotel in 90 degree heat. Second witnessed several accidents and the amount of people rushing to help has been overwhelming. This picture reminded me of the AOK logo.

I give my team money each November to bless others to do Acts of Kindness in the way they see fit. We don’t post it on social but if they’d like they can share the story internally with the team. It’s about giving back not about getting back and all our team members feel good after the challenge. It feels good doing good.

Rounded up and straightened up the shopping carts at Sams Club, hopefully save the cart guy from doing it. I know that's his job, but thought I would help out

Upon exiting an airplane in Athens, Greece a lady with 3 small children passed out literally onto my feet. I administered help and support.

Working at the store alone, our driver was out on a delivery and a woman comes in with a flat tire - hole in the side wall. I checked to see if she had a spare and jack, yep. I said give me just a few, I'll get you some help. My driver came back and I asked him to watch the counter and phones before he took out the next delivery. Walked over to the Amvets Post 39 and asked for help. I went back out to check on her again and he had it all done and she said "he wouldn't accept any money." I said "no, ma'am, that's the kind of organization they are." Thank you, Mark Satterly ! It has been a very frustrating and trying day for me, personally and I didn't want your kindness to go unnoticed.

Our daughter had a sleepover with 8 school friends and they decided to make cookies at 1:00 am. They next morning, the bagged up the cookies and left them on the porches of their neighbors with a hand written note of "Hope you have a great day".

We recently hired some teenage students to help fill some summer positions. On their 3rd day of work, a few of the older associates noticed that some of the teens were not eating during lunch. A little digging discovered the teens hadn't been bringing in lunch or snacks for break- despite working 8hr shifts making it a long day without any nutrition. Range Kleen arranged for pizza to be delivered in time for their next break, and associates have taken donations to keep food stocked for the teens for the rest of the summer.

My friend, George Whitcher, is a genius (coder, programmer) who works for NOW Marketing Group. He was speaking today at the Social Media Week Lima conference. I thought he would appreciate two photos of him on stage. Just a chance to think of someone else, and supporting their success 👍🏻

My fiancée helped me and my friend carry some heavy furniture and borrowed a truck to help move during his lunch from work!

On the receiving end of an act of kindness. While in the Istanbul airport I along with others were looking for our next gate. An airport employee went out of his way to help us and guide us to where we needed to go. I've been in hundreds of airports and not one employee has been as helpful as this Turkish man!

Walking into the store to get a coffee, a lady stood and held the door for me and when I said "Thanks", she said "No problem, hope you have a great day". As simple as that, folks !

Exiting the UPS store, a younger gentleman stood with the door open and held it for me. I said "Thanks", he replied "No worries, have a great day". Simple, kind, instinctive. So nice to see.

I help my mother in law by taking care of her property because she is unable to, plus she's Mom

A gentleman came into a food booth at the fair. He only had a credit card and unfortunately, they only accepted cash. He looked all over for an ATM, by the time he returned with no luck -- a volunteer had already bought his meal.

Went to dinner with some friends the other night. One friend, at the conclusion of the meal, went to the restroom ( we thought ). After a few minutes , we were informed that he had paid for all the meals and slid out. Later, he said he didn't he didn't want us making a big deal over it, so he snuck out. Sneaky, but kind 😂

Expected a Fed Ex package and they delivered to the wrong house. That person hand delivered it to me. Thanks !

Yesterday, I went to Chiefs Market and witnesses a simple but thoughtful act of kindness. A young man was standing in line with a couple things and an older lady went to get in line with a cartful. He motioned her to go ahead of him and she said "No, I'll wait" to which he replied, "No, I insist..I am in no hurry at all". She thanked him and took the kind offer. I noticed several people around, who saw this exchange, nodding and smiling. One small act influenced , I'd guess 7-10 people.

My husband & I have been dealing with some health issues for a while now. Our next door neighbor has been helping us by bring our trash can and recycle bin back up our drive-way. She is an helpful lady & we appreciate her so much!

Seen firemen collecting for MDA at a traffic light. When I went thru, I had no money to give so I went through the bank ATM and went back and gave. God bless them

Had lunch with an old friend and he picked up the tab. Thanks John!!

Got a splinter in my foot and could not reach it. My daughter got the flashlight, tweezers and pumice stone and went in and dug it out for me. Thanks Nurse Bailey ! Much better now

From my Granddaughter, Isabella Wilson's FB post.- "The best part of working in customer service is getting to meet all kinds of people. I had a 91 year old man come in for lottery and then he just wanted to chat! I know some people don't have the patience for the older generation but I personally love sitting and hearing about their lives and everything that they have seen and done, especially veterans. I hate when people in customer service dismiss them so fast, they may not be as swift and sharp as they used to be but without them we wouldn't be here and sometimes they just want someone to talk to, kindness and a few minutes out of the day costs nothing!"

I was asked by our hall secretary to help out a retiree who needed a garbage disposal replaced in his house. I grabbed what tools I thought I needed and made arrangements to swing by his house. I got there and he told me he was in end stage kidney failure and was dealing with cardiac issues as well. I took out the old disposal and installed new one he had purchased from amazon, checked it for drainage and proper operation. He asked me what he owed me and I said nothing just glad I could help him out. I told him if there was anything else he needed to give me a text or call. I try to do the right thing as I am able, Like the golden rule treat others as you wish to be treated!!

Made a big pot of chicken & dumplings. Knowing my neighbor loves them, I called them up and had them come and grab the leftovers while they were still warm !

My wife and daughter went out of town for dinner. While shopping, they ran across my favorite candy bar, 5th Avenue...brought me home a jumbo size. I thought it was kind that they thought of me and knew it would make me happy! It did.

So my husband Keith had open heart surgery on August 20 at the Cleveland clinic we just got home today. A really good friend of his Blaine brought over some food for us so we don’t have to cook how thoughtful and what an awesome act of kindness

While swimming today, noticed a bee in the water. Wasn't sure if it was alive or not. I gently placed it on my raft pillow. It wasn't moving. Wasn't familiar with B-CPR, so I sort just blew on it a few minutes. Sure enough, it started twitching. Let it sun itself for about 10 minutes and Boom! It flew away to pollinate again. Bee Kind !

So my granddaughter is 15. (Raegan) Her cousin is 8 (Harlan) she loves it when Raegan comes to glacier hill lake and takes her on golf cart rides , swim, putt putt golf pickleball endless fun here camping anyways. Harlan made this super cute picture for Raegan 🩷 I will post it check out the squirrel in the tree.

At a car show, I was giving out free Capri Sun fruit drinks. A little girl came up and asked for one. I gave her one and she came back and asked if she could have another one because she gave the first one to her baby sister.

My daughter Norah rescued a bird that was drowning in the lake.

As my husband and I were parking at Walmart this evening I couldn't help noticing a young women jump out of the passenger seat of the vehicle she was riding in. Then I observed the reason - there was an older woman parked in a handicap space struggling to get a 20lb bag of dog food into her car. This young woman not only loaded the dog food but the rest of her groceries and took the motorized cart back into the store. I couldn't help but go and thank her for this simple act of kindness!

I had a booth at Lima's Cultural Expo today. As I was loading my booth and tent and stuff into the amphitheater, 3 kind people offered their assistance and helped me carry all my stuff. 1 trip instead of 4 ! Very much appreciated

Making a difference together! Through our Mercy Health — St. Rita's Community Cares initiative, we're proud to donate $2,000 to three local organizations selected by our Volunteer Outreach Committee

My granddaughters birthday is today so she took cookies in for her 3rd grade class to share. She had some extra so she gave one to a kindergarten teacher that she thought needed a sweet treat!

I had a booth at Lima's Cultural Expo today. As I was loading my booth and tent and stuff into the amphitheater, 3 kind people offered their assistance and helped me carry all my stuff. 1 trip instead of 4 ! Very much appreciated

Today the Bath Interact Club was able to volunteer at the West Ohio Food Bank. We helped sort racks of bread for them to hand out to local food pantries. Then they helped clean up the boxes and other things around the facility. Very proud of the hard work these young men and women did today!!

I stopped at Shawnee Optical after work pick up a pair of glasses. A very nice lady. Alicia said come over here with me and sit down. She pulled a chair out for me. I said did you just pull a chair out for me to sit down? She said yes ma’am I said wow I have never had anyone do that. Not even a man 🤣 then she said wow and proceeded to push me up to the table. That was super nice of her.

Seen a couple of local vets setting up a booth at Wal Mart, to share information and collect donations to help house the thousands of homeless vets in our country. Very good cause and I appreciate these 2 shining a light on such a worthy cause. God Bless!

John shared this site and his kind encouragement was so uplifting I ran over for a refresher at Our Town Roast for my expecting coworker. Hopefullness is contagious - thanks John!

Went to Meier's to buy a dog bed for my new puppy. As I was checking out, the cashier noticed it was raining out. She told me to hold on and she ran to the stock room and came back with 2 large garbage bags. She helped me double wrap so it wouldn't get wet in the rain.

Sharing what I witnessed Rebecca K. do when we went to a grocery store. A man parked next to us had one arm in a sling and was struggling to unload his cart into his vehicle. Rebecca did not hesitate to help the man, and he was very grateful for her kindness!

Leaving church, noticed a man laying in a parking lot. Drove around the block to check on him, he said he was just getting some shade to beat the heat,but otherwise was OK. My husband went through drive thru and got a large ice water and a few Slim Jim's and took the bag back to the man. Hope he stays cool!

Donated to MDA for Lima Firefighters "Fill the Boot" charity.

Packed a special treat for my son in his lunch as a little sweet surprise! Took my neighbor's trash cans back to their garage for them to keep them from blowing across the road.

My husband Keith has to have open heart surgery on the 20th of August he had to have a dental clearance first so no infection going to the heart, after going to the dentist he learned he had to have 5 teeth removed 😢 my friend & co-worker Stephanie Tapia made him a zucchini pie ( it tasted just like a sugar cream pie) because at first he could only eat soft food so nice of her to think of him and helping him to have something good to eat

So it’s me again with yet another act of kindness from the Cleveland Clinic my husband Keith got this nice card hand delivered to his room. From his house keeper. How thoughtful of her

Each year as a company donate our time to support our local ALL group and exchange get a membership to select someone to go through the program. We choose a new start up we believe in and work all year to help them get a leg up and learn more about the businesses and movers and shakers in our area.

A few days ago I was at the UPS store in Lima. My struggle to carry in a very large box was quickly recognized by a complete stranger. He immediately came to my aid and carried the box into the store for me.

I was driving down Allentown Rd when I saw a guy in a wheelchair/scoter trying to cross 4 lanes of traffic. I slowed down and stopped so he could safely cross.

A student of the school I taught at lives across the street from us. She came over yesterday as a piece of my mail was accidentally delivered to her and she wanted to make sure I got it. We got to talking and she mentioned in passing that she works two jobs but got a couple months behind in her rent when her roommate moved out unexpectedly and was facing eviction. It blessed us to be able to give her the money for her rent. She was concerned about paying it back. We told her when she’s back on her feet to pay it forward. Many of us have been in similar situations and know how it feels to face such an uncertain future.

Eden Harbaugh from Scouting America Troop #5788 of Troy, Ohio for her work with our War Veteran Memorial Project at Casstown Cemetery. Organized cleaning of 34 War Veteran headstones. Thank you!!

Last year I noticed a yard that had not been mowed and was worried about the city mowing it and charging their extremely high rates witch go on the property taxes. I approached the residents and found a young couple with a toddler and a new born. They said they had no mower so I started mowing the yard. I ended up mowing it the whole season. When the new season began I returned to find someone had given them a mower but it didn't work.so I took it to try and fix while continuing to mow the yard. Now after 7 more mows I have repaired the mower. It took me some time to repair because I'm a under employed remodeler/carpenter not a mechanic. The mower needed a new carb and engine control cable ($30). I did this for no pay (I let them give me a total of 20dollars because I didn't want to not let them contribute anything (last season my mower died and I had to get another one). Now with a mower that should work for many years I feel like I have helped them be a little more independent.

I was at the McDonalds on Market Street this morning and wanted to bless by paying for the person behind me. The cashier advised thst they had already paid using their mobile app so I asked if they would give them a post it note saying “Smile Jesus Loves You”

Friend of mine had a Labor Day BBQ and kindly saved several of the steak bones for my dogs to enjoy. My dogs think this is the kindest act ever ! Thanks Mark...

Had a wonderful conversation with an adult with down syndrome and made his day! We talked about his favorite football teams and he complimented me by calling me pretty and gave me a hug before he left! Kindness costs nothing!

Some co-workers shared a story of kindness with me today. Seems one person was having a tough day and they other listened to her, then offered a hug and a smile. It was happily accepted 😁. Small act, big impact.

Our 14 year old neighbor wanted to show us his new power washer, so he asked if he could clean our sidewalks. He did 4 houses in a row. I think he wanted to do more, but it got dark ! Thanks Andrew 🙂

Our wonderful boss bought everyone in the office lunch! Out of his own pocket - such a kind gesture on a rainy day!

Napolean S. gave recognition to the outstanding work being done by a 16 yr old, working at his production line. Rewarded him with a company t-shirt for his outstanding effort and attitude. Kind gesture to inspire the young man to keep "aiming for his goals"

Nothing big but a gentleman was short a $1 for a coffee he ordered at the fair. The owner of the coffee booth told him don’t worry about it, we’ll take what you have. So nice! I stepped in and gave the gentleman the $1 he was missing because that owner was kind & working hard. Yes it is only a $1, but I’m sure the gentleman was embarrassed & the coffee owner was so nice to him!

Just saw 8 Lima Firefighters standing in traffic for their annual Fill the Boot campaign. Great cause and kudos to all of them for caring and doing the work

On August 24th one of my friends who just graduated from ONU in the spring flew to California for a life saving stem cell donation to help a 66 year old with leukemia.

I unfortunately had to spend a couple of nights at a local hospital last week. During that time, I witnessed several true acts of kindness, so I will go with 5. The people that took care of me at St.Rita's , from the check in at ER to the wheel chair ride to the car, very the kindest, most caring people in the world. I realize it it their job, but these people showed that they just kind, beyond job duties. From checking to see if I was comfortable, to sitting and talking, to making sure my water had ice, to getting me an extra orange sherbet because the first one really hit the spot, these people really cared and showed it.Medical staff are a special breed and St.Rita' s has a great group of them. Thanks for your care !