Brees doubles COVID-19 donation to $10 million

Good News Notes: “New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees upped his contribution to communities in Louisiana impacted by the coronavirus pandemic from $5 million to $10 million. Brees and his wife, Brittany, announced Monday that their commitment is in direct response to the pressing need from healthcare centers and communities hit hard by COVID-19.” View…

Salt Lake City School District offers students free telehealth services

Good News Notes: “Concerned by student mental health issues exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, Salt Lake City School District is partnering with a Utah support group to provide free telehealth services to students. ‘We know that right now many of our students are dealing with depression, anxiety, peer struggles and other mental health issues,” said…

Students donate funds from cancelled events to boy with leukemia

Good News Notes: “Prom and end-of-the year celebrations are looked forward to for months. But coronavirus had other plans this year. The pandemic canceled those events for seniors across the country, including at East Rochester Junior/Senior High School. More than $4,000 was raised for celebrations at that school. When COVID canceled them, the funds were…

Seattle allocates $13 million to help homeless residents amid pandemic

Good News Notes: “Seattle is allocating $13 million from a grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce to help people experiencing homelessness during the coronavirus pandemic. The funds, from the Washington State Department of Commerce COVID-19 Emergency Housing Grant, will go toward a number of resources in the city, including sustaining hygiene services, reducing crowding in shelters…

Langford cuts red tape, engages in random acts of kindness to uplift spirits

Good News Notes: “Patrons of Langford businesses may have noticed some new signs and stickers around town. The City launched an ‘I am Langford’ campaign to remind residents and visitors to shop local and support businesses in the area. ‘They’ve obviously taken a huge hit with COVID-19 and we’re just trying to remind people that…

Drive-thru waffles fight domestic violence

Good News Notes: “Waffles, waffles, get your fresh waffles! In order to raise funds for a very important cause, Family Peace Project had its annual waffle breakfast Friday at the First United Methodist Church. The group will also have a booth from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Athens Farmers Market. Gluten-free and…

India’s youth take on plastic pollution

Good News Notes: “Curiosity is what has motivated the young people to take part in the Tide Turners Plastic Challenge. They share Jane Goodall’s enthusiasm for learning about nature and how they can make the world a better place. Tide Turners educates young people about single-use plastics, encouraging them to alter their attitude towards plastic…

Take Online Cooking Classes with Celebrity Chefs for Charity

Good News Notes: “With all this time at home this year, a lot of people have been getting into cooking. While some are just starting off and mastering basics like eggs (they’re harder than they look!), other more experienced home chefs are taking on new, more challenging projects. If you fall into that second category—or just enjoy…