Mission 34 Featured on WCNC Charlotte Today
October 2, 2026
Mission 34 was featured on WCNC Charlotte Today as part of the Connection Starts Here campaign, alongside Ace The Stigma, to highlight the importance of mental health education, awareness, and early intervention. Heather Bonner shares how the loss of her son, Sean, inspired Mission 34’s mission to break the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide. The feature emphasizes the power of meaningful conversations, community support, and reminding others they are never alone. Click below to watch and read!
Mission 34 2026 Annual Impact Report
October 7, 2026
We’re proud to share Mission 34’s 2026 Annual Report highlighting a year of growth, impact, and continued commitment to our mission of ending the stigma surrounding mental illness. From expanding our education and prevention efforts to growing our community, strengthening our programs, and bringing people together through meaningful events, this fiscal year was made possible by the incredible support of our community. We invite you to take a look at the full report to see the progress we’ve made together and the impact your support continues to have. Click below to read the full 2026 Annual Impact Report and explore the fiscal year in review.
Mission 34 Featured in The Athletic
September 17, 2026
Mission 34 was recently featured in The New York Times ‘The Athletic’ in a powerful story highlighting our mission to break the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage A New Type of Tough. The article shares Sean’s story, the origins of Mission 34, and our continued work to help athletes and communities recognize the importance of speaking openly about mental illness. It also highlights our partnership with Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones, whose advocacy has helped bring greater visibility to our mission and the message that strength can be found in asking for help.
Turning the tide on suicide – The Calm and the Storm
July 1, 2026
WCNC Charlotte features The Calm and the Storm, a new documentary on suicide prevention — and Mission 34’s role in moving from awareness to action.
Daniel Jones wears his "My Cause, My Cleats" in support of Mission 34
June 8, 2026
NFL quarterback Daniel Jones used his cleats to honor his late friend and high school teammate Sean P. Bonner Jr., taking part in #MyCauseMyCleats for Mission 34.
Mission 34 partners with filmmaker Jake Miskin to bring social impact screenings of Shattered Ice
June 8, 2026
Mission 34 has partnered with writer-producer Jake Miskin to bring social impact screenings of his debut film Shattered Ice to campuses across the country.
Meet our Programming Coordinator, Caroline Finke!
June 12, 2026
A staff spotlight on Caroline Finke, Mission 34’s new Programming Coordinator — what brought her to the work, and what she is most looking forward to with our college chapters.
College Chapter Spotlight: Canyon Schneider carries the flag for mental health awareness
November 19, 2025
Denison senior and Mission 34 chapter president Canyon Schneider earns national recognition on the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team for his mental health advocacy.
Rides raises over $45,000 for Mental Health and Mission 34
July 1, 2026
Rory Camardello rode 650+ miles from Chicago to Rochester over seven days for mental health awareness, and he and his supporters raised $45,000 for Mission 34.
Harper’s Firewood partners with Mission 34 this Winter Season!
November 19, 2025
A local Charlotte firewood business honors a young man lost to mental health challenges by donating 20% of profits to Mission 34.
Scoop Charlotte: ROCK THE CAUSE for Mission 34 is Back! Here Are This Year’s Rock Stars and Ticket Scoop
November 17, 2025
Scoop Charlotte covers the return of Rock the Cause 2026 — meet this year’s Rock Stars and get the ticket scoop.
Volunteer Spotlight! Meet our 2026 Rock the Cause Chairs, Debbie and Kristin
October 22, 2025
Meet Debbie and Kristin, the 2026 Rock the Cause co-chairs, and hear what drew them to Mission 34.
Meet our Chapter Liaison!
October 22, 2025
A team spotlight on Emily Portal, Mission 34’s first Chapter Liaison and event-planning pro.
Ace The Stigma donates $285K for mental health initiatives
November 19, 2025
The 2nd Annual Charlotte Memorial Tennis Event raised $285K for six local mental health organizations, including Mission 34.
