Sharing coffee through the 'Pay it Forward' wall
For a lot of people, grabbing a coffee can be the pick-me-up they need on a tough day. And if it's free, that makes it even better.
Do Something Good
Double duty on dog walks
A Madison woman is on double duty this spring, making the most of her dog walks while also taking a little extra time to do something good for her community.
Madison radio station collects 2,000 Lego sets for American Family Children's Hospital
A local radio station helped collect more than 2,000 Lego sets for patients at American Family Children's Hospital in Madison.
‘Crazy, beautiful, wonderful miracle’: Bone marrow transplant recipient, donor form friendship without knowing each other’s names
In a time when human connection feels fleeting, whatever words we can send have all the more weight.
WPS deliver's Valentine's gifts for ICU staff
WPS Health Solutions is spreading the love this weekend by delivering treats and healthy snacks for ICU employees.
Supported through signs
Parents and community members in McFarland are making sure that their seniors are being recognized during the pandemic.
How local students are bowling for a cause
Some area elementary students are doing something good in giving back to the community they love.
Local non-profit 'ReMitts,' shatters fundraising goal, collects $100,000 for charity through mitten sales
The ladies behind the local non-profit 'ReMitts' have some to share, and they say it's thanks in part to the generosity of News 3 viewers!
Women deliver 300 gift packages to local ER nurses
Two women are doing something good for Madison-area ER nurses while working through the grieving process themselves.
Retired nurse makes & sells mittens, raises nearly $500,000 for local food pantries
'ReMitts' is this week's Make a Difference Monday
Janet Tupy, a retired oncology nurse, took on that mission as a personal challenge 11 years ago after she was inspired by a pair of felted wool mittens she found in a gift shop.
Make a Difference Monday: Madison restaurants 'Cook It Forward,' and are asking for your help to feed the hungry
We know what it means to 'pay it forward.' Swap the word 'pay' with 'cook' and you have the name of one of Madison's newest organizations.
Make a Difference Monday: Local non-profit helps struggling families, seniors find stability this holiday season
The Middleton Outreach Ministry serves more than 4,000 people every year
One in seven children in Wisconsin struggles with hunger. And that number was calculated pre-pandemic.
Woman chalks messages of hope at St. Louis parks
To raise spirits during the pandemic, Jurni Bayoc began writing messages of hope in parks across St. Louis. She started in April and has already written close to 70 messages.
Superhero Club hosts coat drive for The Beacon
Just like our favorite superheroes, some Madison area students are finding a way to help their community.
‘It’s just needed more than ever’: Madison ‘kindness angel’ spreads positivity with signs
Between the devastating pandemic and contentious election, it can feel like negativity is everywhere. Doris Gassen is on a mission to spread positivity.
Local company provides act of kindness for Janesville woman fighting breast cancer
We typically think of chemotherapy as the main treatment for cancer. for a Janesville woman, an act of kindness is just as important.
MMSD educator building desks for students to help with virtual learning
A Madison Metropolitan School District educator is using her passion for woodworking and students to make virtual learning go as smooth as possible.
Man giving large tips at Madison restaurants to spread more positivity during pandemic
A man in Marshall has given out nearly $3,000 in tips around Madison the past two months.
How a local group is paying it forward, one wine basket at a time
Lexi Feldmann, of Windsor, was invited to join the “Wine Down Sisterhood” via Facebook about two months ago. It involves simple acts of kindness to spread love to as many as possible during a time of uncertainty.
Local church supports quarantined UW-Madison students with snack donations
Blackhawk Church Pastor of College-Age & Young Adult Ministry Michael Knapstad said the Middleton church has created an adopt-a-dorm program.
Madison woman offers pay-what-you-can plants outside home
A Madison woman has found a way to brighten people's day during the pandemic. She's offering pay-what-you-can plants outside her home on East Johnson Street.
Woman makes, donates 100 hats to Koats for Kids
Mary Nevicosi spent her free time during the pandemic making 100 winter hats to donate.
Donate gently used winter coats, accessories to families in need during Koats for Kids 2020
Collection goes through Oct. 10
The annual drive to collect coats and winter wear is back in its 35th year.
Kite hobbyist brings joy to others
A man flying kites in Madison is doing something good without even knowing it.
