I don't think individualism is synonymous with selfishness or entitlement.

>> I’m not sure anyone would even be aware of your deed

I think this mentality exemplifies selfishness more than individualism, and is in fact anti-individualist. The idea that goodness requires recognition is a denial of independent self worth and personal values outside of a social framework.

It speaks of a postmodern moral relativism, and an inability to recognize good or act without collective permission and instruction to do so.