The wealthy philanthropist from Kansas wanted to give away $100,000 to help support the victims of Sandy. But, he also wanted to promote random acts of kindness by walking around handing out money personally to those affected.
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“The money is not the point at all,” said the anonymous benefactor on Thursday as he walked up to surprised Staten Island residents and thrust crisp bills into their hands.
“It’s about the random acts of kindness. I’m just setting an example, and if 10 percent of the people who see me emulate what I’m doing, anybody can be a Secret Santa!”

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