Have you noticed your friends or neighbors making a difference in Lake Zurich? We want to know about it!

Whether it's taking a stray dog to a shelter, taking out trash for a sick neighbor or helping out in a community garden, every random act of kindness is appreciated by the community.

We want to see how many random acts we can inspire across the United States in the 905 communities Patch covers. If you know of someone who has done a good deed in Lake Zurich, tell their story in the comments section below. Also, be sure to spread the word on Facebook and Twitter by using the hashtag #PatchRandomActs.

Keep the momentum going and it pay it forward. If you want to help local causes, or your cause needs local help, your next click should be right here.

Do you know of a great volunteer opportunity in Lake Zurich or have a story to share? Tell us in the comments.