A small town in Alabama is inspiring the world after a simple act of kindness.
Nearly three years ago, CBS News featured a Geraldine farmer who was secretly paying for people's prescription medication for years. It wasn't until he passed away that his identity was revealed.
Hody Childress walked into Geraldine Drugs more than 10 years ago and asked the pharmacist if anyone had ever had trouble paying for their prescriptions. Pharmacist Brooke Walker told him yes.
The elderly military veteran didn't have much, but he did have a $100 bill. He handed the money over and asked Walker to use the money the next time someone came in and couldn't pay for their medication. However, he begged the pharmacist not to let anyone know who the money came from and instructed her to tell people it was "a blessing from God."
Childress continued to come in regularly and donate $100 bills.
After his identity was revealed in 2023, his children told CBS News, "he was not a wealthy man, but he was probably the richest man on earth with his heart."
In the end, it is estimated that Childress donated more than $10,000 to the pharmacy.
In the nearly three years since his death, his legacy has caused a monumental movement.
Walker has received donations from all over the world for Geraldine Drugs. The story inspired others to start funds at their pharmacies to help those who cannot afford their prescriptions.
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