Close Ad

Unlucky Man's Bicycle Is Stolen - But a Little Boy Steps in with Selfless Offer
young boy buys man new bike using his Target gift cards when his was stolen by a thief
Uplifting News

Unlucky Man's Bicycle Is Stolen - But a Little Boy Steps in with Selfless Offer

After witnessing an unfortunate incident where a strangers bicycle was stolen, a young boy decided to spring into action.

Showing generosity and kindness to strangers is not always a first instinct for most of us. Often, we would prefer to keep things to ourselves and live in our own comfortable bubbles. However, sometimes we are pulled to do the right thing– spread generosity and show selflessness when we encounter people in need. One young boy did exactly that when he witnessed an upsetting incident. 

62-year-old John Taylor was dining at a local McDonald’s in Orlando, Florida, when he witnessed something horrible take place. Right in front of the window outside, John noticed a stranger grab his bicycle and take off with it. John scrambled to his feet and ran after the thief as fast as he could. Unfortunately, he lost his footing and took a tumble, giving the thief enough time to get away. 


However, John didn’t give up. He waved down cars and tried to get help from passers-by. One such passer by, a local woman named Suzanne Nebe, stopped her car when she saw John calling for help. He asked her to chase the thief with her car, but she declined because she didn’t want to engage in any unsafe driving.

Nevertheless, she told John she would call the police and wait with him while he filed a report. During the incident, her young son Matthew was in the car, listening to everything. It was then that he had an idea.

Why a 7-Year-Old Boy Used His Own Target Gift Cards to Help a Stranger

Matthew had recently turned 7-years-old, and got a few Target gift cards for his birthday. He had the cards on him, and he decided that he wanted to use them to help John buy a new bike. While waiting for the police, John had explained to Suzanne and Matthew that his bicycle was his only means of transportation.

He relied on it to get to and from work, and rode hundreds of miles every week. Matthew was crushed when he considered the effect not having a bicycle would have on his new friend. So, he, his mother, and John went to Target, where Matthew used his own money to buy John a new bike. 

I felt really really really bad, and I know he couldn’t get home. So, I thought to myself ‘What should I do?’ And, I decided to get all my gift cards that I had, and give them to him.

Matthew Nebe

How a Little Boy's Kindness Inspired a Cycle of Generosity

John was reluctant to accept Matthew’s gift, but he was touched and knew that he needed a bicycle. He couldn’t believe a young boy would be so selfless -– the incident had a great impact on him.

In fact, later that same day, John encountered his bike thief and got his bike back! Considering the kindness Matthew has shown to him, he decided not to be aggressive with the thief. He acted gracefully, and even decided to donate his old bike to someone in need!

More Uplifting News from Goalcast:

be selfless
"You never know when a helping hand will change another person's entire life."
- Zig Ziglar

Hot Stories

Leonardo DiCaprio Told Kate Winslet To “Let The Fat Girl Thing Go”
Leo Dicaprio Told Kate Winslet To “Let The Fat Girl Thing Go” …

Forced to feel ashamed for her weight and appearance, Kate Winslet struggled with her body image for years. The media loved to tease her for being “the fat girl,” but there was ONE PERSON who saw the real her. What did Leo see in Kate? And what important message does Kate have for young women everywhere?


Keep ReadingShow less
Videos
Dr Dre points up at text that says 25 rapper quotes to motivate you
Goalcast

The genres of rap and hip hop have been demonized by their association with gang violence and have often been represented by questionable characters. But we can’t overlook the fact that there are a lot of rappers out there who inspire and motivate us every day with their powerful lyrics and hypnotizing beats.

Just like any other form of art, rap is a representation of the artist’s personal experiences and emotions. A representation of what living in a rough environment really means and an expression of the grit that a tough life demands. They speak from life experience.

Keep ReadingShow less
Musicians
Man sitting in a wheelchair and a man crying, with text overlay "Dead serious man..."

Man on the Street Offers Quarter to Stranger in Need

TikTok/ @mdmotivator

When an influencer approached a man on the street asking for money one day, he thought he would help him out with a generous gift. What he didn’t count on was an uplifting message to the rest of the world.

Keep ReadingShow less
Uplifting News