Mom Saves Daughter’s Birthday Party After No One Shows Up 

Kudos to the people who not only showed up, but showed up with presents in hand!

The fact that so many people from the community came that fast to show love and kindness to make a little girl’s birthday special melts my heart beyond measure.

The little girl got a lesson that most learn as adults, about 'friends.'

My friend and I were invited to a 18th birthday party for a kid we knew but not super well, we almost didn’t go because of that but we decided to stop by, we were the only two who showed up. He had the house all set up and we ended up just going mini golfing with his family because it was just the 2 of us. Our hearts broke for him even as an 18 year old, this shows the importance of showing up because we have often thought back to “what if we decided not to go”

When I turned 4, my parents threw a party and no one showed up. Decades later, I still remember that pain. Luckily, my family is awesome, and helped me have a good time. Man, my family is awesome.

as someone who had a party that no one showed up to as a kid, it scarred me to this day. i still don’t believe people will show up for me as an adult. i’m so glad she was spared the pain!

Sometimes strangers treat you better than “friends”

My teen daughter made a Facebook friend through video games and he ended up in hospital with a terminal condition. She went out of her way to visit several times. After he died his sister got in touch with her and told her that she and her boyfriend were the only people apart from family who ever visited him in hospital, and thanked her saying it had been very lonely for him and he was very cheered up by her visits. I was so proud of her doing that.

As a Mom, I understand how it hurts to see your baby hurting

I worked at a movie theater and there was one time there was a party where only one kid showed up. We did much more than we usually did for the parties just to ensure those two kids had a good time. They got posters, promotional items, person tour of the projection booth (we weren't supposed to that anymore), refills on everything, all the employees sang them happy birthday. Like just as a worker its so hard to watch that kind of situation and not try to help

That’s heartbreaking. No matter how popular or unpopular the child is, I always have my kids go to the party. No child deserves to be alone at their birthday party.

Almost cried thankful to the wonderful neighbors

I'm impressed so many people got their kids out the door to the restaurant with a wrapped gift in 15 minutes. Impressive!

It says a lot about those who didn’t show up. Especially those who RSVPed. That means you gave your word, and couldn’t take an hour or two out of your day, to bring your child to a birthday party. What a lesson to teach your child.

I really don’t understand why an adult would say that her/his kid will attend to a kid’s party and not show up. This is rude and irresponsible, and only shows how low they think of kids and others.

Almost ten years ago my son was invited to a birthday party of a special needs kid in his class. My son was the only one who showed up and he and the classmate had a really good time at the park playing and cooking out. This happened two years in a row! I felt so bad for the boy as I have a special needs son of my own and I know how hurt he would have been if no one showed up to his party!

The fact that they not only showed up, But they took the effort to bring gifts to. God bless this community and their hearts♥

The face of the little girl during the interview speaks volumes about how much it hurt her, hearing the mom talking about that day.

This happened to me in middle school. I started calling friends asking if they were coming. Not only did no one show up but two girls orchestrated the whole thing so no one would come. I ended up getting apologies but it did scar me so much that I still tear up about it when I think on it as an adult over 30 years later.

I don't usually comment on videos, but this was hands down the most amazing show of kidness and hometown love I've ever seen! Kudos to Mom, the selfless people who showed up to make a little girls day, and the most wonderful of wishes to that sweet birthday girl!

This happened to me when I was 16. It wasn't a birthday party, just an invite to a group of friends when my parents were away for the weekend. I got everything ready and....no one showed up. Not a single one. Turns up they were on their way and stumbled upon a house party of someone they knew and decided to go to that instead. Was a terrible feeling and still remember it to this day despite it being a long time ago.

Unfortunately sometimes strangers will treat you better than family and friends!! Thanks to all who made this girls birthday party wonderful after all ❤❤❤

my faith in humanity is restored 1000 times.What a loving community

This happened to me when I was 16; of the 50 people who had said they were going to attend and that I thought were my “friends” only 4 showed up. We had enough food for everyone that said they would be there so we had to give everyone who did come lots of food to take home because there’s no way we could eat all that food that day. I was so grateful for the 4 that kept there word.

When I was in third grade, a classmate had a party at a bowling alley. Originally I didn’t get an invite, but after asking her for one… she handed me the invite. When her bday arrived my mom got her a small gift… and we arrived at the party. No one from our school came. I was the only one. From then on we’ve been friends. I remember her older sister telling her to cheer up and hug me because I’m the right friend for her.

I’m a grown man, and as a dad myself I wanted to cry. So sad to see her alone at a party. My daughter would have been so hurt.

This happened to my son. I think it was the beginning of his change from a confident extrovert to a shy introvert.

Why would you make a news report out of this? Why would you show your daughter on TV?

This makes my heart burst. Blessings to those who showed up for this little girl on a moments notice

I used to work as a party pro/manager at BounceU and I cannot tell you how many parties i worked where no kids showed up! Its the most devasting thing to see in the childs eyes, but also the parents. They spend so much money and put so much time and effort into these birthday parties just for nobody to show up.

That poor little baby. U can still see the hurt in her big eyes. Breaks my heart

Such a heartwarming story ❤. My partner had a birthday party with no one coming due to the unexpected storm, and as she told me that was the first and last birthday party she ever threw. After that time, she just wanted to eat out with her friends, no party at all. Long after, until a recent few years, when we (me and her studying abroad friends) threw her a party, has become one of her unforgettable memories.

This happened to my sister on her 10th birthday, when I had got home and saw it I called up every friend I had and within 30 minutes we had a full house for her birthday. Always do your best for your family.

I bet that little girl NEVER forgets this birthday party. Mom truly saved the day. This video has such a positive outcome and has renewed my faith in humanity.

I know this is old and no one will probably see this. But it breaks my heart, it hits home because at the age of 15, family members decided that presents and parties were no longer necessary. At age 48, about to turn 49 its been 35 years since I've received a gift except for ones I buy myself

My heartfelt congratulations go out to the individuals who not only made it to the event but also arrived bearing thoughtful gifts.

There was one time where my son was the only ones to show up at his classmates bday party. The two of them had a blast. It’s so important for parents to communicate when it comes to this stuff. I always thought of it as a very important obligation to go to all the kids parties he was invited to. If they were kind enough to invite we were definitely going and with a gift.

I feel bad for this poor girl! I’d come to her birthday. I’m so happy she has an amazing mother ❤

I saw a similar story years ago about a boy with disabilities who threw a party and nobody showed up. Mom put out a meager as well and the town fire and police department showed up and gave him the best kid's party ever.

I’m glad the community came through for her. When I was in grade school a peer invited everyone in the class to his birthday party and I was the only one who went from the school. The party was only his family and me. We weren’t great friends, but we were pals, and I was very honoured to be invited and made a point of arriving on time. His family were so excited that I was there and though I have really severe social anxiety, I enjoyed myself and we had a lot to talk about at school that week. This is a kids Nightmare, so I’m glad people came through and brought her gifts also, that is above and beyond.❤🎉

This speaks volumes about those people who decided not to show up. It’s amazing that they have such a kind and loving community. And the fact that they brought presents is the cherry on top!

As a Dad with 3 girls, much much respect for the quick thinking Mom all the respect. And for those who show up yall all angels🙏

Little girl has humiliating experience. Hey let's put it on the national news! Now this mother's quest for attention can remind this girl of this experience every day for the rest of her life

Imagine a world where everyone's goal was to bring joy to just one person they hadn't met before. What an incredible place that would be.

This happeded to me when i was 10. I invited all my friends at school to come spend my birthday at the skating rink. Had a long table full of pizza and ice cream and i got there early to greet everyone at the door. Time went on and i realized nobody was coming. Spent my birthday crying in my moms arms. It scarred me for life and i never had another birthday party since. Im now 35. Thinking about this sweet angel. I wish i could have come to yours.

One time in elementary school, I was invited to a classmate’s sleepover. She was only a few blocks away so I was able to go, but despite inviting the entire class, I was the only one to show. From there we became best friends until the day I had to move out, my last memory of her was holding a big container of cheese balls waving goodbye to me and my family with a big smile. She was always there, even during the process of my family moving, she’d be happy to hang out. Sadly haven’t been able to talk to her since that day but I hope she’s doing well:)

When you say you come to an event, HONOUR YOUR WORD.

I'm personally starting to get suspicious of all these nobody showed up to my kids party stories. A kid alone at a table doesn't mean no one was there just that no one was there yet. There is no way a parent of a 5 year old would RSVP yes and not show. When I was that age and I was invited to a party my mom made me go to the party whether I liked the kid or not. I also have a hard time buying that people showed up in 15 minutes with wrapped presents for this girl. The whole thing feels off especially since these stories seem to happen every day.

This happened to me twice, so I stopped having parties to protect my feelings; I still celebrate alone. I'm so happy that this sweet girl got a much better day, nobody needs to feel unworthy on their day to celebrate living

This brought tears to my eyes. I have an autistic child who had the same thing happen to her, but only one child showed up. We made it the best two person birthday party ever! My daughter, 6 years later, still asks why no one else showed up though 😢

The fact that families rolled up on no notice WITH PRESENTS melts my heart.

I’m balling my eyes out I couldn’t imagine seeing my daughter at a empty party table. I’m so glad community showed up for y’all! This is what community is!!!!! Mothers and children need community !!!! 💜💜💜💜💓💜💜💜

As someone who was bullied as a kid and still suffers the affects of it, this made me cry. I’m so glad the community showed up for her. Shame on the parents of the classmates who didn’t show up. I hope you step on legos.

I can relate to this. No one showed up to my tenth birthday party and I remember how awful it was. I can only imagine how much pain this girl went through

I don't have kids and this breaks my heart and warms it at the same time.

I just clicked on the link, and now I'm in tears!! How sad, but such a beautiful ending; I'm so happy for you and her!! ...I really don't know why this got me so emotional.

Had a similar situation back in the day when my daughter was 16. Heartbreaking. Same thing: positive RSVPs, and no one showed up. That little girl has a great Mom.

We threw my 7 year old shy brother a party and invited his whole class. No one came. And to top it off, a monsoon destroyed most of the decorations. I felt so bad so once the storm stopped, we went into the bouncy house and jumped together. He was so happy. We have a huge age gap, so my knees were feeling it the next day, but my brother smiled the whole time.

Aaw that turned out incredibly! She looked sad that nobody in her class showed up but the ending turned out great!! Mom was amazing ❤

Wow, what a great community! God bless each and every party goer!

As a single dad of a beautiful 5 year old daughter that is my life , my heart sank and broke at the start of this video knowing how much it would destroy me to see the look on my angels face. I commend this mom for thinking fast and for the community comming together so quickly! If I’d of known I’d of been there with my baby in a heart beat! So happy it worked out for you but I’m still upset with those that RSVPd and didn’t show but greatful that your angler will only remember that SO many new friends came out to support her! Beautiful!!!

Every time my son or daughter is invited to a birthday party, I always make sure we go! I also explain how it’s important, that if someone has been kind enough to invite you then it’s polite, respectful and courteous to attend. I’m so saddened to see that not one child and parent showed up to this little girls party.

❤ So beautiful. Made me cry. Community filled with so much compassion and love. Just shows how many kids wanted to do something that day and were maybe bored at home. Forget the ones that didn’t show. They missed out on a good time!

Bless her!!! What a Sweet & Thoughtful Mom!!❤

All those people coming to the rescue made me tear up.

I was not expecting to cry but when they showed the entire room full of people singing happy birthday I started bawling! I shocked myself at my reaction. This was so beautiful!!

Sometimes an unintentional act of kindness can change someone. God bless

Taking a negative into a positive is master level momma right there!!! Good job! U saved her from the trauma doing damage

Shame on all those parents that didn't take their kids after they said they would! And applause goes to all of the people in the community that showed up... In more ways than one! So glad that in the end it turned out wonderful for her special day! 🎂🎉🎈🎁😊💜

I remember inviting my friends over to my house for my Birthday in my twenties and none of them wanted to come. It happened 2 years in a row. I was devastated as an adult, I can't imagine how sad an innocent child would feel 😢. Kudos to the quick thinking mom and I'm so happy many wonderful people came and celebrated with her! ❤

Every child is special and deserves a special day for their birthday.

It's so sweet that community showed up for that little girl's birthday. In contrast, it's sad so many people can't commit.

I am a grandmother of 5 grandchildren, I was so sad for the little girl. I am so proud of what her mom did, by inviting strangers who were so sweet to go and made her birthday party amazing. Those that didn't come , it's their lost. Great job mom

I feel like I see a story like this at least a few times every year. Never rely on classmate only parties. A lot of the times the kids aren't really friends and the parents have never even spoke to each other. Some parents RSVP just to pretend to be polite. If you don't have family or friends with kids to help celebrate, just take your child out for dinner/lunch and a fun activity.

Oh my goodness! Didn't expect tears to stream down my cheeks while watching this

Aww. That's so sweet of her neighbours.

This is a moment to remember, people coming together for this wonderful little girl. Blessings to everyone!

That broke my heart. No child should have to experience that but she got a happy ending!

That was my biggest fear as a mom. I couldn’t bring myself to do it for my little daughter except with family. This made me cry tears of heartbreak and tears of joy. Amazing.

It's sad for the daughter, but I think we have to wonder about the behavior of the mother towards the parents of students. I am a teacher and it happened that a child was hated because of his parents.

I would not be telling this story in front of the girl and be talking publicly about this. Kind of embarrassing for the kid.

that’s heartbreaking but i’m glad the mom cheered her little girl up and i bet that made her day❤

Shame on those "friends" who said they would come and didn't show!!! This was amazing!

Her mother was so smart ❤❤❤ God bless them, for showing up.

That mom taught her daughter such an incredible important life lesson….. ‘When life hands you lemons make lemonade.”❤

That went from an empty table with a happy birthday girl to a restaurant full of happy birthday guests. This is awesome. I have always wanted to show up to something like this and take my kids just to support other families. Thank God people showed up 👏🏾👍🏾🙏🏾❤️.

I love this smart mom and her little girl will be telling this story to her children and grandchildren someday!!!! God bless the people that showed up!!!!❤🎉

Wow! Incredibly touching story! I'm writing this with tears in my eyes! Great mom, big-hearted community! 🤗🤗🤗❤️‍🔥

For this very reason, my family attends every kid birthday party we’re invited to ! This breaks my heart

This happened to one of my teenagers on their 16th. It was a weekend summer day and the previous day all had told me they were coming. Thirty plus years later, I still cry at the memory. Bless those parents and kids.

This happened to me when I turned 7. I invited everyone in my class and only my best friend showed up. It was devastating. I feel for this little one, but kudos to her mom the hero🎉❤😊

This happened to me once when I was a child. I actually did have one friend show up for a little bit, but that was it. Luckily, my big family came to my rescue and my siblings came to my party and made it great 💗

The love of a mother goes beyond human understanding. It's from here till the eternity 🎉I would do the same for my kids ❤

I had a birthday party in elementary school once, and nobody came which truly made me forever hate birthdays and want to gather because I fear people wouldn't attend. I'm glad the mom was able to find supportive people in time. It truly means a lot to a child. I'm so happy the child ended up having people show up with gifts too last second! The community bond is so important. Till this day I despise having birthdays being 30 now, but for different reasons, ofc, I moved on, but I still won't forget the feeling of showing up excited to nothing but an empty table and wasted money on decoration and cake. That made me feel unwanted and ashamed throughout my elementary years about myself as a child. I become scared of people and had a fear that everyone around me were just pretending to be friends with me. The community showing up truly makes a huge difference, she will at lesat have good memories moving forward, hats off to the mom as well for quick thinking!

This is a good lesson she learned early in life. It's better to have no friends at all than surrounded by fake friends

Quite the mom there! Wish I'd had one like her.

I can’t imagine a mom letting her child not show up for a party after giving a “yes” RSVP. That’s horrible. I was the only little girl not invited to a classmate’s sleepover birthday party once. That one hurts, too.

Happened to my daughter too. She invited her whole girl scout troop and other friends. One girl showed up. There was no social media back then .I took the girls to the movies and the friend slept over. I will never forget the anger I felt for my daughters "friends".

Coming from a person born a few days before Christmas and understands this scenario first hand…That’s a rockstar mama and community! So happy this little princess was able to create some memories for her special day 🥰

I'm crying, how sweet is that? 😢❤