In Fargo, North Dakota, the Little Caesar’s franchise has given more than 140,000 free pizza slices to local hungry and homeless people.

How did it all begin? Read the full story and get inspired on how to end hunger in America.

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— Rachel Taylor (@RachelNistler) August 27, 2017

Did you know that more than 35 million people in the United States have experienced hunger since 2019? Moreover, as stated by feedingamerica.org, millions of children face hunger and food insecurity every day. Little Caesar’s selfless act has fed so many people – and we know you’re hungry to hear more detail.

According to a local news report, it all began when staff noticed several people going through the pizza shop’s trash.

Sadly, dozens of people from the neighborhood were forced to eat leftover pizza out of their dumpsters.

The pizza shop is located in Fargo on the 19th Ave North, and employees noticed what was going on.

Instead of ignoring the whole thing, kind workers from Little Caesar’s decided to help hungry people in their area.

Jenny Stevens, the owner of a small franchise of the popular pizza chain, says that “there’s no need for anyone to feel embarrassed when it comes to feeding their family.”

After some thinking, Stevens came up with an exciting solution to the problem.

Employees decided to put a note on the shop’s window. The note is big, and the message written in big, bold letters is genuinely heartwarming.

It says:

“You’re a human being and worth more than a meal from a dumpster. Please come in during operating hours for a couple of slices of hot pizza and a cup of water at no charge. No questions asked.”

Michelle Lusier, Little Caesar’s general manager, commented that too many people are already forced to stand on the corner for a handout.

We agree. The fact that so many people have to beg for food is depressing. What Little Caesar’s did is one step in the right direction. The video was shared on Valley News Live YouTube channel, and it got numerous comments of praise and approval.

“We want more of this at all restaurants,” said one user. Wouldn’t it be nice if this became a standard practice?

Little Caesar’s kind act quickly went viral.

North Dakota residents were amazed by Little Caesar’s project, and retweets started to appear everywhere. Little Caesar’s indeed found a way to melt hearts because everyone commented just how fabulous their idea is. What an outstanding example of empathy?!

In Fargo, North Dakota

Little Caesars posts sign on the door after catching homeless man going through the trash looking for food. 😭

LOVE THIS ❤️

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— StanceGrounded (@_SJPeace_) November 19, 2018

Bill Bullard said, “The highest form of knowledge is empathy.”

Little Caesars showed us that there are many ways to take action to end hunger. If you wonder how to contribute as an individual, keep in mind that there are numerous networks of charities and food banks. You can also volunteer, start a fundraiser or make a donation.

Do you remember the 2016 Pay It Forward movement?

It is better known as Suspended Coffees, and the idea is that people can pay for a coffee in advance. Café Sospeso is a tradition that comes from Italy, and a plumber from Ireland revived it in 2013. How does it work?

Customers buy coffee for themselves, but they also pay for an extra cup of coffee to be given to somebody else. Waiters then give the paid-for coffee to people who otherwise couldn’t afford it. Next time you enter a coffee shop, consider using some change to buy a warm meal for somebody else.

Remember: “Giving is not about making a donation. It’s about making a difference!”

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Source: YouTube/Valley News Live; Snopes; Today; PopSugar; FeedingAmerica