Manalapan Panera To Host All-Day Fundraiser For The Good Project

MANALAPAN, NJ — On Saturday, March 30, the Manalapan Panera will donate a portion of its sales to support The Good Project nonprofit in an all-day fundraiser at its location in Manalapan, 31 Route 9, 07726, the nonprofit says.

The event will run from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. with the aim of raising funds to support individuals struggling with mental health, addiction, veterans in need, and those experiencing homelessness, according to The Good Project.

The Good Project, headed by Victor Oliveira, also known as "The Good Boss," is dedicated to transforming the lives of those facing mental health challenges and addiction, while providing vital support to veterans and homeless individuals in the community, according to its website.

Oliveira's inspiring work has been featured in a recent CBS News report highlighting his efforts to combat homelessness and addiction in the Boston area.

The organization's mission is to empower marginalized populations by offering comprehensive assistance, including rehabilitation programs, counseling, access to essential resources, and support for individuals experiencing homelessness, its website says, to "create a society where every individual has the opportunity to overcome their struggles and lead meaningful, fulfilling lives."

The Good Project will also donate 25 percent of all its product sales to support its cause, its website says.

The Good Project encourages community members to visit its website, www.thegoodproject.us, to learn more about its initiatives.