Just before Christmas in San Rafael, California, an amazing story unfolded.
A 12-year-old girl, Mikayla Gounard, had her belief in the goodness of people restored.
This happened thanks to Sean Currey, a homeless man who returned her grandmother’s lost wallet.
Sean was looking for food near a coffee shop when he found a wallet.
It was not just any wallet. It belonged to Mikayla’s grandmother, Evelyn Topper.
Inside, there was no money, but it held important cards.
Sean faced a tough choice.
“Being homeless makes you think about using found credit cards,” he said. But he chose honesty.
He decided to return the wallet. It was a decision that would start a ripple of kindness.
Evelyn lost the wallet after buying drinks with Mikayla. They did not realize it was missing until later.
The loss of her credit and Medicare cards left Evelyn distraught. Then, Sean called.
He had found her wallet and wanted to return it.
Mikayla was inspired by Sean’s kindness.
With her birthday coming up, she saw a chance to help. Instead of gifts, she asked for donations for Sean.
It was her way of saying thank you.
Her birthday was special. Friends drove by her home, dropping off donations.
Mikayla collected $475 for Sean.
She was thrilled to help the man who had been so kind to her grandma.
But there was more to come. Mikayla and her mom started a GoFundMe for Sean.
What began as a small thank you grew into something bigger. They raised over $50,000 for him.
The money came at a perfect time for Sean. He had been struggling with homelessness.
The donations helped him find temporary housing and plan for a more stable future.
Folks who have viewed their news interview online have been moved by the compassion of all involved.
“So sweet .. so happy that so many others came together in spirit from a Mitzvah .. this joyful sharing in community spirit of the Tzedakah,” wrote one person.
Another couldn’t help but note how those with the least often give the most. “Sometimes the person who has almost nothing are the ones who knows the right thing to do,” he said.
Sean’s act of returning the wallet led to unexpected generosity.
“Who knew that one good deed would lead to so much?” he wondered.
Mikayla and Sean’s story shows how a small act of kindness can lead to great things. It’s a reminder that generosity can change lives.
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