4-year-old superhero has the power to feed the homeless

Austin Perine may look like your average 4-year-old. But once a week, he turns into his alter ego: a superhero set on feeding as many homeless people as possible. Steve Hartman has his story.
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[@nanmbsan]

Austin 2052!. hes got my vote

[@derppan9215]

Same

[@poopy7414]

Same

[@elxctrogg1002]

Same

[@palkiaking6802]

Same

[@Repzey]

Heck! He even has mine and i dont live in america :D haha!

[@wavyremix]

"You know what Mr. Steve, it's just the right thing to do." 😭😭

[@waymonholt7186]

i know, me too

[@delladawk]

Yea that made me choke up too lol

[@bigweezey]

What an incredible quote. My second favorite of the year behind the girl at the rally to prevent gun violence I believe it was. Don't quote me on that.

[@rubster100]

😭😭😭

[@bigweezey]

@@ciara6682 I don't think so. He seems like a very thoughtful person cuz his parents said he asked about animals being left alone or something like that so I doubt the parents told him to say that.

[@udokaeze337]

A wise man once said "Don't forget to show love" --President Austin.

[@shannonjones1231]

I love that quote

[@macyadams6963]

Beautiful

[@Coxman]

Amen.

[@coolgirls4855]

That is lovely

[@remmegee9029]

🥲😍👼🏻

[@zelk_147]

Imagine he actually becomes a democratic president and his slogan is “Don’t forget to show love”, and he helps out the homeless.

[@tri3dtips]

That's a very good catch phrase for president Austin/Super President.

[@rexbanner8999]

Nah, he’d be a Republican for sure. 💯

[@ookipuki]

😍😙💗💟💗💟💗💟💗

[@ookipuki]

@@rexbanner8999 hopefully he doesn't get desensitized and full of hate like some of adults do, then we won't need to worry! 😉

[@lakelost2472]

@@rexbanner8999 Absolutely!! : )

[@jemberlou]

“Don’t forget to show love” -President Austin

[@mostdelicious8634]

"Feeding the homeless is the highlight of my life." -President Austin

[@layanperera8337]

Lollllllll

[@lattecreamsoda]

He’s so adorable 🥺😭❤️

[@Animati0n_Craze]

When I am 30 and he runs for prez, I am definitely voting for him

[@ruthiecrider5362]

Most Delicious austin Austin austin for president

[@JohnHall-sq1eg]

Joking or not, whoever voted this video thumbs down is a loser. Austin is awesome.

[@readingswithjenna9714]

John Hall I voted down because it was staged.

[@asolom39]

Thank you

[@kyamiwatersong424]

@@readingswithjenna9714 The fact he said, "you know what mr.steve, it's just the right thing to do." wtf what 4 year old says that

[@readingswithjenna9714]

Ren's Studio Glad someone else can see it. Makes me abandon faith in humanity again.

[@kyamiwatersong424]

@@readingswithjenna9714 same...

[@chanelhanson9944]

Dad: “when i was a four year old i didnt care about feeding the homeless.” Austin: “i did”😂😂 God bless this little angel🥺❤️We need more people like him

[@beatricecallan]

Be like him!!

[@fisheemi]

This boy is so wholesome, and he even told the reporter “ It’s just the right thing to do!”

[@deby5983]

His quote is something everyone should have in their mindsets in on their tongues!!

[@prettykitty-sz6xy]

“Feeding the homeless is the highlight of my life” bless his little heart 😢❤️

[@reneehoward8936]

I now have hope for our future leaders of America

[@DannY-xj8ci]

@@reneehoward8936 yep

[@charlesnaab4979]

Bless u to on what u do for people

[@Dj-ju6wp]

more like a big heart he is adorable

[@mr.philip7183]

Ive just came back from the year 2052 Austin made it as a president and his words were Don't forget to show love.

[@raeee994]

Unlike “make America great again” trump just made it worst he stared wwIII

[@poploli2660]

RayRay’s life thank god everyone settled that now we can worry about Australia being on fire

[@SNQ1]

If he makes president, our entire world will be more than ok

[@demod6743]

35 years or you are deadmeat

[@saarahali2468]

@@poploli2660 Yes, pray for Australia

[@dennisddiamond854]

The parents get my praise and admiration. Every kid has this potential but the parent is key to letting that kindness come out of the kid. His dad is a true hero!! This

[@boissillabanya]

Applauses for his dad too, he is with him everytime. ❤️ Beautiful virtues he is teaching ❤️

[@aestheticlly.peachy6203]

“Don’t forget get to show love” me: awwwweeee 🥺

[@aubergine1086]

aestheticlly.peachy your profile pic is how I feel about president Austin

[@muffs55mercury61]

He ought to have that trade marked as "don't forget to show love" is perfect.

[@ayannasmith6589]

God bless you and don't forget to show love lol 🙂 ps you are loved and valued by God you are his beautiful and wonderful creation you are wonderfully and fearfully made God bless you and have a good day God bless you

[@muffs55mercury61]

@@ayannasmith6589 I'm going to start saying that now.

[@Danaman117]

bless his dad for taking his time out, that has to get stressful sometimes.

[@noa-kh5wo]

I am happy to be the 1k like

[@andrushattucknjfsc4165]

Dana Rider I was crying when I heard this man

[@ChefWife67]

Yes! Agreed! His support for his little man is AWESOME! ❤️

[@fiercedivaty]

Amen Amen amen!!! Agreed!!

[@reneehoward8936]

And expensive

[@irenedontoh3539]

Don't forget to show love. That's powerful, coming from anybody, but even more powerful, coming from a 4 year old. Bless you, Austin🙏🏻

[@eskimofo5563]

This makes me laugh because I can't express how much this kid warms my heart...this is the definition of COOL .. the future belongs to the kids

[@khinthwe5659]

“I am like buddy you have no idea,but I go along with.” 😂 best dad ever😂

[@vanijsharma9767]

Ikr

[@ItstheGodinme_]

OMG!! 4 y-o gives up his allowance and toy money to feed the homeless! 😢

[@ariesdelfuego]

💕

[@leonoraacevedo1154]

He is going to be blessed over and over💯🙏

[@nianainranzvlog7117]

He’s far more intelligent than most of his peers.

[@ashleymoore484]

That's real humility right there!!

[@bloxburglover2914]

"Dont forgot to show love...." Im melting we need a president like this

[@sheilaharbour]

Producer: "Why do you do that?" Kid: It's just the right thing to do" That warmed my heart and made me cry.

[@Will-wd2ic]

President Austin 2052election

[@madvader1081]

Sloth Person Yup

[@ShouinGN]

That should give you enough time to make it to the polling station, Sloth Person!

[@usomexmartin220]

GoMadNomad LOL 😂🤣😅

[@camilaisabella7646]

he already has my vote, sloth person

[@aileenc9225]

GoMadNomad AHAHAHAH😂

[@yul4432]

there is no perfect child- oh nevermind, theres austin edit: PRESIDENT*******

[@NANotApplicable]

President* (:

[@thedrunkindian5199]

You guys mean the future 53rd President :3

[@youtubeguy883]

Let's hope this world doesn't grab ahold of him

[@StainderFin]

few more years about 2035 he might be president or visa

[@yvng_greenbean8019]

@@StainderFin did u watch the vid. he said in 2052 he will be able to be president

[@ducksauce001]

I give credit to the dad too for being supportive and provide such positive reinforcement.

[@samyboynton6129]

Austin has amazing parents. They’ve taught him to love and care for strangers. You can tell they talk with him a great deal because he’s such a smart little guy with a great vocabulary too!

[@Ashley-we2bo]

He needs to be on the ellen show

[@juliaterzis5038]

Good call.

[@hairymary5146]

Great kid, great dad. But stay away from ellen show, commercial and corrupt.

[@KatherineKramer]

What a beautiful and compassionate soul this child has. I can't watch this clip without tearing up. We don't deserve this little boy. But we have him and we should all follow his example.

[@tammytruthout8465]

Katherine Kramer amen

[@LegendaryprogamerPlayz]

Amen

[@xoxxobob61]

President Austin proves that Angels walk amongst us.

[@Jay-ct6wu]

I think what stuns me even more is his maturity level at that age. Most 4 year olds are selfish by nature, they are kids and don't have a comprehension about the world to even understand homeless people. The fact this 4 year old kid understands it enough to go out of his way to feed homeless people is unreal.

[@robindew9072]

Beautiful story to share. Kudos to Austin's dad for instilling in his Son love and compassion and respect towards others. More parents need to teach this to there children. Awesome job Austin. Keep being kind and loving. You're an amazing young man.

[@sanakiyamam1987]

God give me a child like him. Ameen.

[@fayez_06]

sanakiyamam1987 Salam wa alkium brother/sister

[@simplybootleg185]

No bro, teach a child like him.

[@riskianugrah3947]

Amen

[@jvs333]

Raise a child like him.

[@wiz3146]

amen

[@djsmooth1971]

This young man's views of the world are so simple. He is so sincere in his efforts to make the world a better place just because it is the right thing to do. Adults and politics make the world so complicated.

[@TheCreativeAutistic37]

so true what a bright young man his future is bright too!

[@MickHuerta]

KISS (keep it simple (son)). God bless us, every one.

[@drbhanukondru432]

Oh. My god tears rolled down my cheeks,had goosebumps hatsoff AUSTN blessyou

[@virg0_lem0nade]

don't forget to show love, y'all!!!! especially in times like these!!! take Austin's advice to heart!!!!!

[@kiki-c7819]

My 4 year old said “ he can help everybody”. 🤣🤣 Children are precious and this baby boy is so amazing 🥰🥰🥰

[@SixWeeksFitnessTV]

I love watching superhero movies like the "Black Panther", but I must admit, watching President Austin, a real live superhero at 4 years old, giving out food to the homeless, really gives me hope. I hope this video is shared all over the world with the words "Don't Forget to Show Love". I won't forget!

[@NoName-pu5ls]

President Austin, I won't forget to show Love, from the mouth of babes, comes Truth!

[@davidskater24]

Faith in humanity restored

[@derppan9215]

Same

[@evamilsap1312]

Amen David amen

[@Bigpapikdawg]

“You know what missa steve it’s just the right thing to do.” Soooo cuteeeeee

[@CeCeBookworm07]

This little boy deserves all the hugs! 😭❤️

[@edith9809]

“Don’t forget to show love” that warmed my heart 😭

[@mewtwaila]

“What’s your super hero name?” “PRESIDENT Austin” Omygosh 😂😂💕💕 Kids are too cute

[@WailingFriend]

Debatable.

[@tableswithoutchairs1168]

@@WailingFriend i hope in the span of nine months you have changed your mind

[@mewtwaila]

@@tableswithoutchairs1168 lol

[@genevielean730]

This kid got my vote in the future❤️🙋🏻‍♀️

[@Hcanaximuoi]

Omg can’t believe a 4 year old is better then an older kid like me- He’s amazing

[@mohammeduddin1752]

“You know what Mr.Steve, it’s just the right thing to.” Such a good kid.

[@SkyBlue1031]

Ok I cried, he's so sweet, what an angel! Kudos to his excellent dad. God bless both of you.

[@jessicabrown4349]

Kate R. Me to

[@fanofallaroundaudreyandjus544]

Yeah I hope he and his dad will have a good life, god bless them

[@rosajrz]

So did i

[@xtow46]

So did I

[@superwatermelon676]

I did as well

[@williamwallace5177]

You can definitely tell the difference in children with a good father figure in their life.

[@Markb2477]

OMG this kid is the cutest thing. Wish he had more adults like this little guy

[@linag8624]

I am not crying, you are... *sniffs*, who am I kidding pass me the tissues

[@lock5171]

Lina G lol

[@vangiea6302]

Lol

[@hudabarghouthi7754]

Ok here

[@tieraforbes2353]

Thats was factsssss

[@tonysprimitiveanimals8445]

President Austin is a true hero. No questions about it. Don’t forget to show love.

[@cotton8192]

I love this kid dude. The whole world should act like Austin omg 😭

[@annelizebuitendach7523]

This is what this world needs. More Austens. I want to say to his Dad - thank you for raising this angel child. He is a product of the love in your house. He is a sterling example of love, kindness, compassion and hope! Austen, may God bless and guide your every footstep in abundance. 🙏❣

[@amiameh2221]

every time he said “don’t forget to show love” i cried even more 😭

[@detritus7126]

He should be the president.

[@Leon-ig3sn]

Next black president

[@derppan9215]

The world will be way better if he becomes president 😂

[@deborahbell6975]

The president could learn a thing or two from him

[@fleas_lefthand]

Beautiful. Children are so kind and innocent, it’s so cute.

[@burningheart1098]

Got me teared eyed. That’s was up!! Show love ❤️ You go sweetheart👏🏼🔥President Austin!! 🥰Many ppl need to learn from you!!

[@Dataxoboiiii]

😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😢😢😢😢😢😊

[@amink9569]

"Hes faster than a speeding stroller"....I absolutely love that.

[@tranezejones5567]

His little voice “don’t forget to show love” ❤️ so cute! Most high bless his family!

[@champagnerose999]

may god fulfill this kid with happiness and healthy always, god bless his parents❤️❤️❤️

[@jonathanrousseau5176]

God**

[@salmonela8604]

"don't forget to show love" my God how can anyone say this kid is average when he speaks like this, i love him

[@matthewmelis]

"You know what, Mr. Steve. It's just the right thing to do." Too many of us lose this simple, basic wisdom as we get older.

[@sonsybaton925]

I'll vote for this boy to be president in 2052, I won't forget to show the love, PRESIDENT AUSTIN ,2052

[@danielletorrente6728]

Same here! What a beautiful child with a lot more wisdom and compassion than some adults out there! (White House occupant for example). Love you Austin! 🌺🌷🌼

[@mandycouperco2422]

What a sweetheart. God bless him. He's adorable.

[@dominiccolangelo4965]

They in Birmingham Alabama? I hope to God no one tries to mess with this kid man! 😥 Bless this young man’s heart. ❤️😘🙏

[@GodGaveMeAGift1]

Don't forget to show "Love."😢😇🙏❤ How can anyone dislike this video.....

[@muffs55mercury61]

At 4, a kid is just above the toddler stage yet Austin has the mind of a kid twice his age. A miracle child and totally selfless to say the very least. I love these stories. "Don't Forget to Show Love" needs to be trademarked with anyone allowed to say and use it.

[@juliestark-crumpler2678]

This boy's parents raised a wonderful child!

[@user-vm5ud4xw6n]

He is seriously adorable! Don’t forget to show love! Excellent piece of advice.

[@alysonhernandez4408]

That is so generous I wish he was the real President

[@burnellbrowne4303]

You and the rest of AUSTIN'S AMERICA HERO 2018 and counting!

[@sharkfrenzy213]

there is hope for the future

[@sunshinemishasmommy5352]

There is hope for the future..there are lots of kids like this in the world,we usually just hear about the ones who like to hurt others..this little man is SUCH a cutie and shows much more love and compassion than most adults...it is children like Austin that will take this world and humanity into the bright future that's ahead...yes,there are horrible things happening in the world,but we can and will overcome all of it and come out the other side into a beautiful world full of potential..thanks to wonderful children like this :) Don't forget to show love like Austin said :)

[@conniepratt2039]

DictatorSayers IKR UPBRINGING...it is a BEAUTIFUL thing.🤗

[@Kodboattours]

Kudos to his dad for supporting him. When I was little I used to tell my mom to give old people who were walking rides and she would keep going 😂😂😂😂🤣🤣

[@Dziricani]

What a legend of a papa that father is.

[@angryyman8227]

Brought me to tears. His spirit is pure and is a true inspiration. He is going to really make a change. Wow.

[@hagamapama]

He already has, one hopeless person at a time

[@ac6298]

OUTSTANDING - WHAT A FINE YOUNG MAN - LOVE THIS GUY

[@Yoder5]

A C man he ain’t no man he’s a legend

[@loyisovanqa1563]

So, so sur-weet. "Don't forget to show love." I'll remember that line.

[@Anonymously010]

Ya boy's accumulating the people's vote from day one though. His sweet little voice and kindness melts my heart. 💛💙💜💚❤

[@franksilvas3522]

I just wanna hug him he's soooo pure

[@dominiccolangelo4965]

Me too! 😥

[@celticwarrior1365]

God bless this young crusader for showing the love by his actions which reflect his thoughts. All credit to his parents who must be so proud!

[@jessicaemilia101]

This little man...what a kind heart. Good on his dad for nurturing his kindness.

[@TheSilverSuperman]

Cuteness overload.! Great job to his dad for helping his son. Hes got an awesome child.

[@joebaumgart1146]

"you know what Mr.Steve, It's just the right thing to do!". He's just adorable!

[@presidentevil5046]

some Dad raised their kids right

[@Brynn_9872]

😭😭😭he is such a sweet child. His heart is filled with light

[@robincarneyoakland]

That was a precious young man. The world can learn a lot from this 4 year old. God bless him and his father who supports this youngsters dreams. Now that's great parenting.

[@MVIsland]

omg, this little boy has me in tears! When he grows up, he is going to be someone the world remembers! A BIG thank you to his parents, for taking the time to show their child what humanity is all about.

[@sumannath99]

It's sad and shame that we all need to learn this from a 4 year old boy. Most of the adults don't do fraction of what he is doing. "DON'T FORGET TO SHOW LOVE". That is a strong sentence right there. God BLESS to this little Angel. I am DEFINITELY VOTING FOR HIM!!!

[@TheSaundersPack]

What a sweet little boy! Great father too for raising such a compassionate kid!

[@matthewwiederspan3025]

Most people blame the homeless for their suffering. This child helps them by feeding them. We have a lot to learn from children such as Austin Perine.

[@maebell7515]

"I was hungry you fed me-Jesus.

[@godislove9548]

Yes❤

[@deniselynne1966]

This little boy is beautiful inside and out. This is our future and Austin you give me hope, baby. Love you and your heart

[@yeet8933]

This kid absolutely will go far in life with that attitude.

[@dennismoody8140]

This is what a real hero is and should be doing to help the homeless Thanks President Austin:

[@logan5326]

He’s way better than any president, this child has determination and a heart of gold! Good parenting pays off. May God bless each day that child! 🙏🏻

[@CarSarRey]

“You know what Mr. Steve, it’s just the right thing to do” 😭❤️ just beautiful!

[@tomphillips8739]

Little President Austin is an awesome person, wow!

[@georgewilliamsiii4677]

Kids see the world through a different lense. He is, quite literally a hero.

[@tommy8715]

That's cool a kid that actually wants to help others! Truly a Super Hero!

[@burnellbrowne4303]

WAY BEYOND A HERO THIS LITTLE MAN GIVES US ALL HOPE AND LOVE FOR OTHERS AMEN. GOD BLESS AUSTIN MY HERO.

[@pambeesly1128]

AS SOON AS HE SAID EXCUSE ME I LITERALLY TEARED UP, HE’S SO CUTE AND NICE OMG. Bless his little heart ♥️

[@KallmeGhostface]

What a beautiful little soul. He's friggin adorable.

[@geosong77]

Kid is taught well, kudos to his parents. Very polite too. We can learn so much from him.

[@megandeglopper7753]

"don't forget to show love"❤️❤️❤️omg my heart just melts for this little boy

[@NScalx]

This child is too precious for this world

[@rosarybennett]

Me and my 15 year old step daughter are crying over how kind and sweet this young man is. Beyond touching and so powerful 👏

[@flabbster]

I give food to the homeless aswell and i'm in my 40's. this child is amazing!