AOK Shoutouts Share & Celebrate Kindness

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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!

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

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!

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 😂

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.

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.

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!!

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

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.

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.

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!

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

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.

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!

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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 ! ☺️

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

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.

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!"

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 👍🏻

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!

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

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!

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

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.

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!!

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.

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! ❤❤❤

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"

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

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

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".

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!

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 !

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.