Posted by Today’s Story of Joy is super short . . . but super kind! We’ve all been there. You look down at the gas gauge and realize that you need gas. Now! That happened to one family recently during a medical emergency. They received a helping hand and more. Click the link below to listen to…Read more »
Posted by Brayden Martin, a 14-year old, felt empathy for a student who was being teased for his clothing. As you might imagine, that type of teasing is not a rare occurrence in the hallways of a school. What is rare is Brayden’s response to the situation. Brayden chose to earn some money and purchase new clothes…Read more »
Posted by One man teaches complete strangers from all over the world the same dance. With the magic of editing, he created a Dance for Joy. Click the link below to send a smile your way. Dance of Joy
Posted by Stories of Joy started two years ago this month. Happy Birthday! Thanks for reading our stories and sharing them with your friends and family. Before we close the books on the first month of 2020, let’s look back at last year. Google put together today’s video. It highlights everyday heroes, and several of our Stories…Read more »
Posted by A while back we brought you the story about Belinda George, a principal in Texas who reads bedtime stories to her students by using the internet. Keisha Yearby, a second grade teacher in Virginia, was inspired to start doing the same for her students. She now has folks logging in from California, Florida, and South…Read more »
Posted by A couple of weeks ago we brought you a story about a colorblind student receiving a special pair of glasses from his science teacher. That story, New Year=New Glasses, has a follow up story. Today’s story is New Year=MORE New Glasses. That student and his mom are crowdfunding to raise money for glasses for others…Read more »
Posted by Today is Marin Luther King Jr Day, and this year marks the 25th anniversary of The Day of Service. It’s a day all Americans are encouraged to perform acts of service to improve their communities. On this day, we’re hearing a conversation with Rep. John Lewis, a man who has lived a life of service…Read more »
Posted by Cohen and Keagan are two boys becoming friends in an unusual situation. Their friendship is forming because of Ki-Jana Upshaw, KJ for short. KJ works in an isolation unit at a hospital. The boys, both hospitalized for extended periods of time, share a love for Legos. KJ recognized their interest and their isolation, and did…Read more »
Posted by Christmas has come and gone, and we hope it was lovely for you and your families. Though the season is over, we think the spirit should absolutely remain! The act of kindness and compassion from today’s Story of Joy reflects what is great about every day, not just Christmas, that is our ability to help people…Read more »
Posted by Dale and Tim are two vets from Portsmouth, Ohio. They went away to serve their country. When they returned home, their town was changed. Changed by the opioid crisis. They’re saving the town and saving lives. One CrossFit class and one job at a time. Two giving back to many. What a great way to…Read more »
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