WHY PAYITFORWARD?

Paying it forward is a third-party beneficiary concept that involves doing something good for someone in response to a good deed done on your behalf or a gift you received. When you pay it forward, however, you don't repay the person who did something nice for you. Instead, you do something nice for someone else. For example, if someone changes your tire while you are stranded on the highway, you might shovel your elderly neighbor's walkway after a snow has fallen.

​

Paying it forward feels great for you and the person you are helping, but how can you start a movement and get others to follow your lead?

Explain What You're Doing

It's important to mention the pay it forward concept when you are helping someone. The person may be surprised to see you doing a favor for them, and they may wonder if they should repay you in some way. You can help them understand where you're coming from by telling them you're paying it forward and encouraging them to do the same.