A group of Rock County cosmetologists raises money for their friend with a 'Cut-a-Thon'
A Rock County woman who has coached wrestling for nearly two decades and fundraised thousands of dollars is now facing a battle of her own.
Do Something Good
Janesville boy mowing lawns for veterans
Drake Szambelan is mowing lawns for veterans as part of a national contest, but he's also getting and giving so much more.
Waunakee woman brings joy to thousands with chalkboard message of the day
People have found many creative ways to bring joy to others during the pandemic. Deb Nies, a Waunakee resident for more than two decades, took a simple concept and did just that.
Hundreds pitch in to surprise Madison server with $4,500 tip after receiving homophobic note, no tip from customer
A downtown Madison server was surprised with a $4,500 tip thanks to donations from hundreds of strangers.
Woman fighting terminal cancer gets help cooling her home from stranger on Facebook
Desperate and looking for an answer, Eula Newcome turned to Facebook for help in cooling her hot home. In just a matter of minutes, that wish was answered by a total stranger.
After 150 Amazon packages arrived at a woman's home by mistake, she decided to donate the contents to local hospitals
A New York woman is giving back to the community after more than 150 Amazon boxes that did not belong to her showed up at her house.
June 1, 2021: Ernie Leuthold Day
Ernie Leuthold has been an employee for the Dodgeville School District for 50 years working as a custodian.
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.
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.
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