Note: We are republishint this feel-good story from June 2016 about a teenager named Matthew Resendez and his act of compassion.

 

Michelle Resendez, Matthew’s mother, shared the story on Facebook, highlighting her son’s kind gesture and the unexpected reward it brought.

 

While working at Burger King, Matthew encountered a homeless man. The man approached the counter with 50 cents, unsure of what he could buy.

 

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Recognizing the man’s need, Matthew offered a heartwarming solution. He bypassed the usual transaction and asked the man what he’d order if money wasn’t an issue. The man simply said anything to satisfy his hunger.

Matthew, without hesitation, used his own debit card to purchase a full meal for the man. He then invited him to relax and wait for his food.