The Uplift

An 83-year-old man builds handmade toys for kids in need. A lost dog is found thousands of miles away - and makes a friend who promises to get him home for the holidays. College students find a way to boost the spirits of a child with cancer.

Volunteers help Holocaust survivors in New York celebrate Hanukkah. A town finds a unique way to use Christmas trees to help their community. A woman goes on a mission to bring holiday lights to her neighborhood.

A single dad and firefighter dresses up as an elf to spread holiday cheer in Boston. A group of kids work together to bring an inclusive playground to their town. And children of fallen service members receive a magical trip from the Gary Sinise Foundation.

A house in Illinois transforms into a spectacular holiday light display during Christmastime - and there is a purpose behind the decorations. A woman goes on a search to find her biological father. After seeing a news story, a woman becomes inspired to help change an NYPD officer's life.

A Pennsylvania woman finds a unique way to spread holiday cheer to seniors. A dad helps his son with cerebral palsy complete one of the most challenging endurance races in the world. Plus, our heartwarming videos you just need to see.

A man who found solace in sunsets while caring for his ill wife finds a way to bring that peace to others. A teen collects turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving to give to veterans. A mom reunites with the man who saved her life after she was diagnosed with a tumor.

Comedian Fortune Feimster talks about finding yourself and your comedy. A TikToker combines two very different niches - graveyards and baking. A woman spreads joy in a simple way - holding signs on the side of the road. Plus, our viral videos you just need to see.

A couple who owns a small bookshop in the U.K. says Russell Crowe surprised them with a donation - and they're putting their crowdfunding to good use. A man in Florida springs into action to save a woman stuck in a canal. Plus, our heartwarming videos you just need to see.

Jack Black meets a young fan who is terminally ill and makes his day by singing a song from his favorite movie. Shaquille O'Neal turns down a boy's handshake for something better. Plus, we celebrate the life of actor Leslie Jordan.

"Harry Potter" star Tom Felton opens up about life after the iconic film series, and the lessons he's learned. High school sweethearts get married in the hospital amid a cancer battle. And a dog goes viral for his Halloween costumes, including the his own "Hairy" Potter outfit.

A grandmother and her grandson set out on a quest to visit all 93 U.S. national parks - and find joy on the road. A toddler who spent the first 1,000 days of his life in the hospital reaches a milestone. A man wades in floodwaters to save his mother after Hurricane Ian. Plus, our heartwarming videos you just need to see.

A man who lost his vision to disease re-learns how to skateboard and goes professional. Betty Reid Soskin, who was the oldest park ranger in the U.S., celebrates her 101st birthday. A teen with autism receives a big surprise that has to do with her favorite Broadway show, "Wicked." Plus, our viral videos you just need to see.

Lizzo makes history by playing a 200-year-old crystal flute that was once owned by James Madison. A couple saves a man in a wheelchair, stuck on train tracks, and they all receive a huge surprise. A TikTok star surprises a 97-year-old veteran with a trip to Disneyland.

A boy who went viral for his "terrible sandwich" review on the first day of kindergarten is using his newfound internet fame for good. A mom is taking her family around the world to make "visual memories" before her kids lose their vision to a disease. And a cowboy from California shares how he and Queen Elizabeth II formed a friendship. Watch this episode of "The Uplift."

A 78-year-old in the U.K. honors Queen Elizabeth II by dedicating her house to royal family memorabilia. Children's book author Mo Willems discusses his new book "The Pigeon Will Ride the Roller Coaster!" And NASA's first Black astronaut candidate, Ed Dwight, continues to make an impact.

Meet a man who is building benches for bus stops after seeing a woman waiting in the dirt. Watch an emotional, but proud moment between a sports mom and son, and see how robots are helping patients with dementia at a nursing home.

A surfing dog named Rippin Rosie wows on the waves of Southern California. A small town in Minnesota celebrates a unique sport - turtle racing. A veteran who battled PTSD rebuilds his life and creates a castle by hand. Plus, the viral videos you just need to see.

Meet a man who leaves journals behind in coffee shops - and the powerful reason behind it. Go to another unique coffee shop created by a man with autism. And visit a special chapel that has hosted thousands of weddings - inside a mall.

A librarian in Oakland creates a collection of items left behind in books. A teen takes a solo flight around the world, hoping to set a record. Plus, our most heartwarming, viral videos.

"Star Trek" actress Sonequa Martin-Green pays tribute to trailblazing actress Nichelle Nichols and how she helped women and people of color in STEM. Runner Markelle Taylor shares how running changed his life - and how he qualified for a marathon in prison. Plus, our top viral videos.

Visit an elephant sanctuary in Thailand helping gentle giants in need. Meet Hudson Rowan, the 14-year-old artist behind an unconventional "I voted" sticker design that will be used on Election Day. Learn about how a comfort dog is helping the people who usually help others.

Northern Californians get a chance to see images of space, captured by the James Webb Telescope, up close. An 8-year-old who lost her mom then got just one RSVP to her birthday part gets a surprise celebration. A 102-year-old WWII veteran gets long-overdue recognition and a surprise phone call.

World renowned scientist and conservationist Jane Goodall receives a unique tribute. A mom gives out free hugs to make people feel loved. Two sisters meet for the first time - how did they find each other? All of that, plus our top viral videos.

A 76-year-old takes an 1,800-mile road trip on his tractor - for a good reason. A TikTok star uses his platform for kind gestures and surprises. A horse farm in New York City helps veterans and people with disabilities. Plus, our most viral, heartwarming videos of the week.