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Project Boon Wraps Up 2024 with Major Impact: 30,000 Meals, 4,200 Volunteer Hours, and More
Project Boon, a nonprofit organization committed to addressing food insecurity and providing essential resources, proudly announces the milestones achieved in 2024. With the help of our volunteers, partners, and donors, we distributed 30,000 meals, provided 3,000 backpacks with school supplies, and facilitated 1,800 health resource packets for those in need. This year’s efforts were powered by 4,200 volunteer hours. Major…
Project Boon Recognized for Outstanding Community Impact
Project Boon is proud to celebrate the recognition of its executive director and co-founder, Chris Suchánek, who was honored with the prestigious Bonita Purpose Award during the Oct. 9 Bonita Unified School District Board of Education meeting. This award highlights the vital role of community partnerships in uplifting individuals and organizations alike. Since its founding in 2011, Project Boon has aimed to combat…
Project Boon Partners with IEHP and the City of Fontana for Annual Eat & Be Well Event
Project Boon, in partnership with Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) and the City of Fontana, is excited to announce the annual Eat & Be Well event, set to take place on Wednesday, November 27th, at the Cypress Neighborhood Center starting at 11:00 AM. It is a first-come, first-served event and will run while supplies last. As in previous years, Eat & Be Well will…
Project Boon Thanks Generous Donors for Supporting Upcoming Backpack and Grocery Distribution Events
Project Boon is thrilled to express its heartfelt gratitude to several of our extraordinary donors who have made our upcoming backpack and grocery distribution events possible. With the unwavering support of the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP), The Rauch Family Foundation, and the Raymond Pryke Foundation, we are poised to make a significant impact in…
Project Boon Receives Generous Donation from The Rauch Family Foundation
Project Boon, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving under-resourced families in the Inland Empire, is thrilled to announce a substantial donation from The Rauch Family Foundation. This generous contribution will play a pivotal role in funding Project Boon’s annual backpack and grocery distribution event, ensuring over 15,000 meals and 3,000 backpacks reach 300+ families in need throughout the region. Established…
Project Boon Awarded Platinum Seal of Transparency Rating from Candid
Project Boon, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to alleviating food insecurity and supporting under-resourced communities, has been awarded the prestigious Platinum Seal of Transparency Rating from Candid (formerly GuideStar). This recognition places Project Boon in the top 0.1% of charities nationally in terms of transparency. The Platinum Seal of Transparency serves as a testament to Project Boon’s commitment to sharing…
Project Boon Celebrates Another Year of Impact with Record-Breaking Achievements
Project Boon, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to serving under-resourced communities, proudly announces the successful conclusion of another remarkable year, marked by unprecedented accomplishments in its mission to uplift and support those in need. In 2023, Project Boon reached a new pinnacle by distributing an astounding 40,000 meals to under-resourced families in the region. This milestone was made possible through…
Project Boon’s Backpack Drive: A Resounding Success in Supporting Students Throughout the Inland Empire
On June 13, 2023, Project Boon unveiled its ambitious plan to distribute thousands of backpacks and school supplies to under-resourced students in Southern California. This initiative aimed to alleviate the financial burden on families while ensuring that every student had the necessary resources for academic success. Led by co-founder Christopher Suchánek, Project Boon’s backpack drive turned out to be a…
Join Project Boon in Supporting Back-to-School and Combating Food Insecurity
Project Boon is thrilled to announce the upcoming back-to-school event on Saturday, July 29th, at the Bloomington Community Health Center, as well as the exciting kick-off of our very first 210 Corridor Backpack Drive and Distribution. As the summer season reaches its peak, Project Boon is eager to extend a helping hand to under-resourced families in our region during…
Empowering Change: Supporting Grassroots Nonprofits and the Impact of Project Boon
In recent years, there has been a notable shift in the philanthropic landscape, with individuals and organizations seeking out smaller grassroots nonprofits to make a direct impact. This trend reflects a desire to ensure that donations are utilized effectively, with a greater emphasis on transparency and personal involvement. Project Boon exemplifies this movement. With less than 20% of donated…
