The world has witnessed a resurgence of faith in humanity since the first horrific reports of the Manchester Attack were released on Monday night. Part of the revival is due to the heroic efforts of individuals like Chris Parker and Stephen Jones.
Both men were homeless, most people not even giving them a second glance.
In the past 48 hours, these unlikely heroes are on the receiving end of appreciative people all around the globe, inspired by their actions.
On the night of the explosion, Chris Parker, 33, was begging for change in the foyer of Manchester, hoping and praying to make enough to survive the day. But when the bomb went off and he saw young teens screaming and running out of the Arena, he decided to go in and help the injured.
Once Parker’s story went public, a GoFundme page was set up by a stranger. And within two days, it has almost reached its £50,000 goal.
Incredibly, because of the press coverage, Parker’s estranged mother attempted to reconnect with her son.
Jessica Parker had no idea her son was homeless.
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As of Thursday, the pair have yet to meet face-to-face.
Stephen Jones’ last 48 hours have been full of surprises. The 35-year-old homeless man pulled nails out of children’s faces after a deadly suicide bomb killed 22 people and wounded at least 50 people.
A fundraiser set-up for Jones on the crowdfunding website, Just Giving has exceeded the £300 goal set two days ago in the wake of the horrific incident.
So far the campaign has raised roughly £43,000.
According to Metro UK, Jones said he has a job interview lined up and plans to get back on his feet.
Manchester Homeless Hero Is Overwhelmed by Incredible Support From the Public | This Morning https://t.co/hozp554quT #ThisMorning pic.twitter.com/UFM7zErLJo
— Teleame U.Kingdom (@TeleameUK) May 25, 2017
David Sullivan, co-owner of football team West Ham United, offered to pay six months of Parker’s rent in a house, The Telegraph reported.
Anyone know how I would get in contact with this man ? https://t.co/xQRCcI8Xio
— DAVE SULLIVAN JNR (@DaveSulley) May 23, 2017
Me and dad want to rent the homeless man in manchester a house for 6 months to help him get on his feet 1/2
— DAVE SULLIVAN JNR (@DaveSulley) May 23, 2017
WE HAVE FOUND STEVE ! Shows the power for good social media has. Thank you to all those involved, you have helped change a mans life ❤️
— DAVE SULLIVAN JNR (@DaveSulley) May 23, 2017
The son of David Sullivan also said, he and his father are working with Booth Centre, a British homeless organization to help Jones get back on his feet.
If you’re interested in learning more about the Booth Centre click here.
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