At age six, Ohio girl Payton Obert raised $768 from a single lemonade stand to buy toys for hospital patients.

The Times of India reported her story this week. Eight years later, her charity keeps growing.

WKRC reported that Payton’s Lemonade Stand continues to raise money for sick kids. WCPO noted a past drive aimed at $100,000 for children facing hardships.

What started as one stand is now a tradition. The charity has inspired donors far beyond Ohio.

Payton’s story is a reminder that big hearts come in small sizes. Her stand keeps giving, year after year.

Payton started the stand as a small child with a simple idea. Local news has followed her story for years. Her fundraising goal keeps growing each summer. Donors now come from far beyond Ohio. Her stand proves small acts can inspire many.

This summer’s stand raised even more than the first. Payton hopes to keep the tradition going for years.