Yes, I said positive. This year it has been easy for all of us to focus on the negative, especially when it’s the focus of the media. Not here though. From virtual proms to charitable giving, here is a list of positive things that have happened so far in 2020.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Came Out

The game we all quickly got addicted to was released in 2020. It’s been popular with all ages, from kids to adults. It’s been a great way to stay in touch with friends during stay at home orders as well. This fun game has brought a lot of joy during what’s been a very odd year.

#AWorldofHearts

A social media movement created to spread positivity and hope during the COVID-19 pandemic. You’ve probably seen hearts in windows of businesses, homes, or maybe even on the sidewalk. People from all over have joined in to this movement and using their creativity to spread some hope and joy in their communities. If you are wanting to see creative artwork within this movement, simply search #aworldofhearts on Facebook or instagram.

Companies Started Producing PPE to Support Frontline Workers

Many companies started producing face masks, hand sanitizer, and other PPE to support frontline workers. Companies from Bauer Hockey to Love Your Melon have created and even donated PPE during this pandemic. Kylie Skin, among other companies made hand sanitizer. Products that have also been difficult for consumers to find at their local stores. Many stores quickly sold out of hand sanitizer, masks, and gloves. Many companies made their PPE and sanitizer products open to consumers to purchase.

Celebrities Hosted Virtual Prom

Many celebrities hoped on board to support the class of 2020. Proms and graduation ceremonies were canceled due to COVID-19, so the class of 2020 got unique celebrations this year. John Krasinski hosted a virtual prom, among other celebrities guests who joined him. IHeartRadio also hosted a virtual prom for 2020 seniors hosted by singer Dua Lipa.

Tiger King Memes

Even if you haven’t watched the Tiger King on Netflix, your timelines have been filled with Tiger King memes. I think we have all needed the pick me ups in 2020, and Tiger King has blessed us with some of the best quality memes in meme history. Joe Exotic and Carole Baskin have now became household names, and they have given us enough memes to apply to just about anything.

Donating at an All Time High

There have been endless causes to donate to during 2020, whether you donated to help with the Australian wildfires, donated supplies or monetary donations during COVID-19, or most recently to causes related to the murder of George Floyd or the damage to small businesses that has occurred afterwords. Many GoFund me pages reached their goal in record time, and even in some cases exceeded their goal. Countless celebrities have even joined in on the charitable giving, some of them getting creative. Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis started up Quarantine Wine, 100% of the profits go to COVID-19 response charities. Many celebrities have donated to great causes during 2020, Steve Carrell is one of many celebrities who donated to bail out peaceful protesters who were arrested in Minneapolis and other cities around the United States. Many of us viewed the cast of Parks and Rec. reunite, and they raised over $2 million dollars to go to Feeding America’s COVID-19 response.

U.S. Senate Passed Law That Bans Discrimination Against LGBTQ+ Community

This is great news! It’s kind of crazy to think it took until 2020 for the Senate to pass a law like this, but this is still very great news. This law bans discrimination against any LGBTQ+ individuals in the workplace. This law ensures equality in the workplace. This is some positive news we needed in 2020, and during Pride month!