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This Man Is Traveling To All 50 States Mowing Lawns For People In Need

June 13, 2018

One man is on a mission to mow lawns for those in need in all 50 states. His goal isn't really about lawn care -- it's about letting people know he cares about them.

Credit: Rodney Smith Jr. / Twitter

Every time Rodney Smith Jr. visits a new state, he sends out the same Tweet: "If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mower let me know. It's free."

Smith is the founder of Raising Men Lawn Care Service, a lawn care nonprofit he launched in his hometown of Huntsville, Alabama. Raising Men Lawn Care Service helps young people give back to their communities. The kids in the program visit people in need and help them with their yard work. They mow people's lawns, shovel show, rake leaves and more -- free of charge.

Then he came up with "The 50 Yard Challenge", which challenged kids across the country to mow 50 lawns for people in need. The kids join by posting a photo of themselves on social media with a sign that says they accept the 50 Yard Challenge, and then they get to work.

Smith wanted to complete the challenge himself, but he raised the stakes. He challenged himself to the "50 Yards in 50 States Challenge."

However, Smith is not limiting himself to one yard per state.

Hello to Alabama . I will be mowing in Montgomery Tuesday morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mower let me know . It's free . pic.twitter.com/QkU1pGg2dj

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 11, 2018

Everyone meet Joel he lives in Montgomery,AL and wanted to come out to make a difference today with me . He came with his riding mower as well . We are the dream team for the day ! When I come to your city and if you want to come out let me know ! pic.twitter.com/MOWgEj99lO

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 12, 2018

This evening I had the pleasure of mowing Ms Simmons lawn for her in Lake City,FL. She is 95 years young and full and of life . Such a sweet lady. Making a difference one lawn at a time . pic.twitter.com/5efhI4kflO

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 10, 2018

For my third lawn in Jacksonville,FL I had the pleasure of mowing Mr and Mrs. Swart's lawn for them . So great meeting them ! Making a difference one lawn at a time . pic.twitter.com/UXfpfrl65z

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 10, 2018

Hello to Georgia . I will be mowing in Savannah in the morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mower let me know . It's free . pic.twitter.com/Zx54W6dJX4

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 8, 2018

For my lawn in Columbia ,South Carolina I had the pleasure of mowing Ms.Quinn's lawn. She had a stroke a few year back and things have just been hard on her . She told me it meant so much to her that I came and mowed her lawn . Making a difference one lawn at a time . pic.twitter.com/W1Cl8MsG8F

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 8, 2018

My first lawn in Charlotte,NC was for Ms. Strong . She's 90 years young and told me she always used to keep her lawn very pretty . Glad I could help her out . Making a difference one lawn . After pictures included pic.twitter.com/MUfibbo0T4

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 7, 2018

My first lawn in Richmond,VA was for Ms. Woolridge . She recently loss her husband and things have been hard on her . So glad I could help her out . Making a difference one lawn at a time pic.twitter.com/8O0BloWtCB

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 6, 2018

My third lawn in Baltimore, MD was for Mr. and Mrs.Gruzinski. Mr. Gruzinski is also a veteran, sir thank you for your service ! Making a difference one lawn at a time . pic.twitter.com/1e0DD5A7HB

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 5, 2018

Hello again New York! I already mowed in Buffalo,NY last week . I'll spend the rest of my day in NYC. I'll be mowing in NJ Sunday , Delaware on Monday . Anyone In the city hit me up, let's take a picture . pic.twitter.com/0tuyhLrgIS

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 2, 2018

This morning in Rhode Island I had the pleasure of mowing Mr. Lucke's lawn for him . He is also a veteran , Sir thank you for your service ! Making a difference one lawn at a time. pic.twitter.com/d8UwMEoRao

— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 1, 2018

Smith says starting this charity has showed him his true passion in life: to help people. He's also hoping to start a scholarship program for the kids who complete the challenge and continue to do well in school, according to CBS News.

Follow Rodney Smith Jr. on Twitter for updates on his incredible mission!