'He's Been Giving All Of His Life': Birmingham Hero

BIRMINGHAM, AL — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Teresa Berger who nominated Lane Harper of Birmingham.

Name:Lane A. Harper

State: AL

Home town: Birmingham

Hero's job: Give back to the communities by giving away free face masks to the homeless, first responders, children and the general public.

Relationship to nominee: Friend

Reason for recognition:He uses his own money to fund these events.

One thing to know: He has been giving for all his life, but particularly in Birmingham while he serves as a police officer in the Birmingham community.

Thank you for all you do, Lane!

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