Grocery stores aren’t exactly known for being the most positive places on earth, but one kindhearted shopper was determined to change that.

When they noticed a fellow shopper struggling to pay for her items, they decided to step in and lift a heavy weight off the stranger’s shoulders.

You’ll want to read on for this one.

Helped a person in need at the grocery store today when their EBT SNAP card balance was low.

I was in line to get some items for our hot dog cookout. A young lady seemed to be having trouble with her EBT SNAP card for her food purchase.

She started to remove a few items.

But it wasn’t working.

The cashier was getting flustered and asked for a manager. After a few more attempts, it seemed there were still issues.

She was going to remove more items.

So they decided to step in and help out.

I leaned over and said, “Those cards will act up sometimes. Please add her items back in and add them to my bill.”

Everyone breathed a collective sigh of relief.

She left so happy! The cashier was happy, and it was a win-win! Turns out it was her first day on the job, and that’s why she was nervous.

As for me, I was just glad I was able to help someone with their groceries.

Including the kind shopper who had stepped in to help.

I’m so grateful to be financially able to be in this position today. I wasn’t always, when my children were young.

Keep up these beautiful and wonderful acts of kindness!

Everyone walked away from that checkout line a little happier than they arrived.

As someone else who utilities these benefits, this commenter affirms it really is appreciated!

It’s a great thing when you’re at the right place at the right time.

Kindness begets even more kindness!

This was the kind of wholesome moment that lingers long after it’s passed.

Both shoppers carried home more than just groceries, but a little joy too.

If you enjoyed that story, read this one about a mom who was forced to bring her three kids with her to apply for government benefits, but ended up getting the job of her dreams.