The Boulanger Foundation

Finn’s Memorial Bench Dedication
2025-10-18 | Peckham Park, 161 Strickland Rd, Middlefield, CT, 06455, United States
Finn’s Memorial Bench Dedication was held at Peckham Park in Middlefield, CT, bringing together family, friends, and community members to honor the life and legacy of Finnian Gagnon.
The dedication served as a moment of reflection, remembrance, and unity. Surrounded by those who loved Finn, the bench was unveiled in a peaceful setting where prayers were shared, and space was made for healing, comfort, and connection. Throughout the park, handwritten notes of love and remembrance were displayed, each one reflecting the lasting impact Finn continues to have on so many lives.
This memorial bench now stands as more than a tribute. It is a place for pause, reflection, and togetherness. A space where memories are held, where love remains present, and where Finn’s spirit continues to inspire all who visit.
The bench was created using funds raised during Finn’s Color Fun Run in October 2024. We are deeply grateful to Finn’s family for allowing us to help bring this meaningful tribute to life and to everyone who supported the event and made this memorial possible.
May this bench forever serve as a symbol of love, peace, and remembrance.

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Holiday Donations to Food Pantries & Shelters 2025
2025-11-25 | Middlefield, Middlefield, CT, 06450, United States
We spent Giving Tuesday delivering a truckload of essential items to support local communities across Connecticut during the holiday season.
Donations were made to the Middlefield Food Pantry, the Durham Food Pantry, and the New Horizons Living Center, each serving individuals and families navigating food insecurity and housing instability.
At New Horizons Living Center in Bristol, CT, support extends beyond basic needs. Their work provides housing, counseling, and transitional living services for men and women facing mental or physical disabilities, addiction, and recovery challenges. Through recovery housing, transitional programs, and ADA certified group homes and apartments, they help individuals take meaningful steps toward stability and independence.
Our goal throughout the holiday season was simple. To reach as many people as possible with care that preserves dignity and meets real needs, both locally and globally.
This effort reflects what the season is truly about. Showing up, sharing responsibility, and offering support in ways that strengthen lives and communities.

Donation Check to Middlefield Vol. Fire Dept. 2025
2025-12-15 | Middlefield, Middlefield, CT, 06450, United States
Each year, we proudly donate $10,000 to the Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department, and 2025 was no exception. On December 15, 2025, a $10,000 donation was made in continued support of the men and women who selflessly protect and serve the Middlefield community.
These volunteers do not serve for recognition. They answer calls in the middle of the night, leave their families without hesitation, and move toward danger when others are seeking safety. In the firehouse and beyond, they remain the backbone of our town.
This annual donation is made possible because of the generosity of our donors and supporters. Their continued trust allows us to give back year after year in ways that directly strengthen the community we call home.
We are honored to stand behind the Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department and grateful for the commitment, courage, and care they show every day.
From our hearts to our hometown, thank you! We’ve got your backs, just like you’ve always had ours.

Project Hope: Brazil – Toy Drive 2025
2025-12-20 | Goiânia, Goiânia, Goiás, 74000, Brazil
Project Hope Brazil 2025 was not just an event. It was a reminder.
A reminder that honor lives in service, that kindness requires action, and that showing up for those who need it most is not an obligation, but a privilege.
Through this toy drive, we had the opportunity to serve children and families across Brazil with dignity, care, and joy during the Christmas season. Every smile shared, every embrace exchanged, and every toy given with intention reflected the heart of this mission. Meeting people where they are and reminding them that they are seen, valued, and deeply loved.
This work is never taken lightly. To serve is an honor. To give is a blessing.
We are deeply grateful to every donor, volunteer, and partner whose generosity made this project possible. Because of you, hope was not only felt, but it was also delivered.
Hope is not just something we speak about.
Hope is something we carry.
Hope is something we deliver.
Hope is on the move.

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Casa de Apoio Elba Alencastro Fleury Curado 2026
2026-01-26 | Goiânia, Goiânia, Goiás, 74000, Brazil
We began 2026 on a meaningful note by once again supporting Casa de Apoio Elba Alencastro Fleury Curado with a donation of kitchen supplies and essential resources.
Casa Elba serves as a refuge for individuals and families who travel from across Brazil in search of critical medical care. During seasons marked by uncertainty and hardship, it offers something deeply important. Safety. Dignity. And a place to rest.
This support builds on years of partnership and reflects our continued commitment to show up, stay engaged, and walk alongside those navigating some of life’s most difficult moments. Real impact is built through consistency, trust, & presence.
We are grateful for the opportunity to continue supporting Casa Elba and the vital work it provides to families in need.
