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Show kindness and compassion for those in need - celebrate National Good Samaritan Day by giving back to your community!
Celebrate National Good Samaritan Day on March 13 by giving back to your community and showing kindness to others. This day was created in the 1970s as a way of recognizing those who show selfless acts of kindness for strangers, often without expecting anything in return. It's a chance for everyone to recognize that even small gestures can have huge impacts on people's lives!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1916</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of the Phrase "Good Samaritan"</div><div class='timeline-text'>The phrase "Good Samaritan" originates from a parable in the Bible, Luke 10:25-37, where a Samaritan helps a wounded stranger on the road, becoming symbolic for altruistic behavior.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Good Samaritan Law</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Good Samaritan law was put into effect in California to provide legal protection for those who offer help at the site of a car accident.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Good Samaritan Day Modern Roots</div><div class='timeline-text'>The idea for a dedicated National Good Samaritan Day began in the 1980s as a means to celebrate and encourage acts of kindness and charity worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>White House Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Good Samaritan Day was recognized by the United States' White House in honor of the life of sports journalist and humanitarian, Chad Powell.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Observance</div><div class='timeline-text'>Thanks to the digital age and online sharing, the observance of National Good Samaritan Day started to spread worldwide, celebrating kindness and philanthropy.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Doing good for your community is one of the best ways to celebrate National Good Samaritan Day. Give your time and energy to helping those in need. Even the smallest effort can make a huge difference.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate items</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>From clothing to food, there are plenty of organizations that accept donations. Look into your area and see what’s needed most and how you can help.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a positive message</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write a positive message on a postcard or note and send it to someone you know or even a stranger. Take the time to put a smile on someone else’s face.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Help out someone in need</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether it’s giving an elderly person a ride home from the grocery store or helping someone who has fallen behind on their bills, look around and find someone who could use your assistance.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread positivity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the day to spread positivity in all aspects of life. Compliment people you know, post something kind on social media, or just generally be friendly and courteous—it will go a long way.</p></div></div>
<div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Celebrates Kindness and Compassion</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>National Good Samaritan Day is dedicated to recognizing acts of kindness. From small gestures to significant acts of service, it's the perfect occasion to show compassion to those around us. Whether it's helping a neighbor or volunteering at a local charity, every act of kindness has a positive impact!</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Prompt to Give Back to Community</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>National Good Samaritan Day provides a great opportunity to give back to our communities. Whether it's through donating clothes, money, or time, contributing to local initiatives helps create a better environment for all. Getting involved in community service also encourages others to do the same and contributes towards a culture of shared responsibility and mutual aid.</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Create Positive Change</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>Celebrating National Good Samaritan Day can create a ripple effect, inspiring others to partake in acts of kindness, fostering a more caring and supportive society. It's an easy way to spread positivity and make a difference in someone's life which might motivate them to pay it forward, creating a chain of positive change one good deed at a time.</p></div></div>
National Good Samaritan Day is celebrated on March 13 every year. In 2024 National Good Samaritan Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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