My Unsung Hero

Mike fell on the sidewalk, and wasn’t able to get up on his own. Then a kind stranger asked how he could help.

When Leahruth began to cry at a tollbooth, the toll collector offered unexpected comfort.

Nearly 60 years ago, a young boy took action when Denise and a friend were struggling in the ocean.

As the earth shook beneath Julia’s feet during an earthquake, a stranger offered her comfort.

When Frances was injured in a car accident, a truck driver came over to help.

After getting into a car crash, Lilah was comforted by someone unexpected.

A favorite from the archives: In a time of grief, a stranger’s family gave him the ultimate gift.

After Molly’s husband died in a skiing accident, a friend came up with a novel idea to offer support.

Shortly before it was her turn to perform in a piano competition, Angela’s nerves were getting the best of her. Then a competitor did something that changed her day — and her life. 

Karen felt overwhelmed at the prospect of clearing out her parents’ old belongings. Then someone stepped in to help.