Who would have thought that something as simple as lawn care could lead to life-changing acts of kindness? Spencer, the young man behind the viral TikTok account SB Mowing, typically spends his days mowing lawns and tidying up yards. But one day, his work led him to meet a senior whose life was about to be transformed.
A History of Compassion
During one of his lawn care jobs, Spencer first gained attention when he rescued a wounded tabby cat. His act of kindness inspired a GoFundMe campaign that raised $190,000, saving a local animal shelter from closing its doors.
This time, his focus turned to Beth. She struggled to maintain her yard and received a $240 fine from local authorities for its overgrown condition.
A Helping Hand
Beth shared that she couldn’t find anyone to help her with the yard work.
“I’ll do the backyard—whatever you need—and I’ll do it for free. I won’t charge you a dime,” Spencer said in a heartfelt 6-minute video. The video went viral, earning over 94 million views.
Transforming Beth’s Yard—and Her Life
The video captured the remarkable transformation of Beth’s yard. But the most touching moment came when she saw her yard restored. I cried on and off just listening to your machines,” Beth said with emotion.
Inspired by Beth’s situation, Spencer created a GoFundMe campaign. It raised an incredible $800,000 to help Beth.
In a follow-up video, Spencer explained his plans to set up a trust fund for Beth. This would protect the money and ensure it improved her quality of life. Some funds would go directly to Beth, while a portion would be donated to charity.
“They kinda fell in love with you and your story,” Spencer told Beth. “We just wanted to come together as a community to help you out and get you to a better spot.”
Dreams Turned Into Reality
Beth was overwhelmed by the generosity of strangers. “I can’t even cry, I can’t even think… Those are the things dreams are made of,” she said, filled with gratitude.
Small Gestures, Big Impact
Spencer’s journey with SB Mowing proves that small acts of kindness can make a big difference, especially for seniors. His efforts brought hope and a helping hand to Beth, who can no longer care for her home.
Sources
SB Mowing. (2025, January 10). Her tears said it all: “My prayers have been answered” [Video]. TikTok. https://www.tiktok.com/@sbmowing/video/7458167544499670315
SB Mowing. (2025, January 10). Her tears said it all: “My prayers have been answered” [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pzVdpeD2gM