ABOUT US
The potential that one person can gift to the world is truly boundless.
Welcome to the Boundless Foundation, where our mission transcends traditional boundaries to create a world where every child has access to quality education, irrespective of their circumstances.
Founded on the belief that education is the cornerstone of sustainable development, we are committed to eradicating poverty-related trauma through innovative educational initiatives and community empowerment.
MISSION STATEMENT
At Our Boundless Foundation, we empower women and children worldwide. Through school construction, resource mobilization, and skill-building, we break poverty cycles. By prioritizing education, we cultivate resilient communities, nurture future leaders, and uplift every child and woman we serve.
Our Vision
Our Mission
At Boundless Foundation, our mission is two fold:
Build Schools:
We partner with local communities and on-the-ground organizations to construct schools in areas that lack educational infrastructure. Our approach ensures that the schools we build are sustainable and tailored to the specific needs of each community.
Cure Poverty-Related Trauma:
We recognize that poverty extends beyond the lack of financial resources. It affects mental health and wellbeing, often resulting in long-term trauma. Our programs provide psychological support and resources to help children and their families overcome these challenges.
Our Achievements
Since our inception, the Boundless Foundation has made significant strides towards achieving our mission:
Eleven Schools Built:
We have successfully constructed eleven schools in various developing countries, directly impacting the lives of thousands of children. Each school is equipped with the necessary facilities to provide a conducive learning environment.
Community Empowerment:
Alignment with Global Goals:
Our work aligns with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly focusing on Quality Education (Goal 4) and No Poverty (Goal 1).
Future Goals
As we look to the future, Boundless Foundation is committed to expanding our reach and impact:
Scaling Up:
We plan to increase the number of schools built annually, targeting underserved regions with high illiteracy rates.
Innovative Programs:
We are developing new educational programs that incorporate digital learning tools, ensuring our students are equipped with skills relevant to the 21st century.
Corporate Partnerships:
We seek to collaborate with corporate partners who share our vision and values. Through strategic partnerships, we aim to leverage resources, expertise, and networks to amplify our impact.
Why Partner with Us?
Partnering with Boundless Foundation means being part of a transformative journey. Our approach combines analytical rigor with a heartfelt commitment to making a difference:
Impact Measurement:
We use advanced analytics to measure the impact of our programs, ensuring transparency and accountability. Our data-driven approach allows us to continuously improve and adapt our strategies.
Sustainable Solutions:
We focus on creating long-term solutions that are sustainable and scalable. Our projects are designed to be self-sufficient, with local communities taking ownership and driving ongoing success.
Heartfelt Commitment :
At the core of Boundless Foundation is a genuine passion for changing lives. Our team is dedicated to the cause, working tirelessly to bring hope and opportunity to those who need it most.
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BOARD MEMBERS
Shannon Rizzo
Founder, Chief Visionary, Boundless Foundation
Shannon Rizzo is a philanthropic advisor and visionary leader dedicated to guiding conscious leaders, intentional creatives, and high achievers towards impactful purpose. With over 25 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, international importing, and business consulting, Shannon excels at rallying service-based leaders into their soul-driven passions, fostering abundance, generosity, and sustainable impact.
As a heart-centered social change catalyst, Shannon is on a mission to end suffering in remote regions by building schools as safe havens for communities. As Chief Visionary of Boundless Foundation, she creates global partnerships, guiding leaders on transformative journeys that align mind, body, and spirit. Shannon’s work reveals and utilizes the true gifts and potential of others, creating opportunities and protecting vulnerable communities.
Shannon has managed educational programs that promote social impact, including leading the Hubert H. Humphrey Program at Vanderbilt University, where she guided education professionals from 33 developing countries. Her service extends to the Board of the American Red Cross in Nashville and international missions with Aerial Recovery Group.
With a BLA degree in Asian Studies and International Studies from the University of Memphis, Shannon has empowered women in over 10 countries to start and manage their businesses. Her blend of compassion, strategic insight, and unwavering dedication drives meaningful change and inspires others to achieve their highest potential.
Jesse James Levan
Founder of Healthy and Wealthy Dads
Jesse James Levan is the founder of Healthy and Wealthy Dads, an initiative dedicated to guiding fathers on their journeys toward enhanced health and financial wisdom.
A passionate entrepreneur and transformative coach, Jesse recently expanded his commitment to wellness by co-founding GYMGUYZ Main Line & Montgomery County in November 2023.
This mobile personal training franchise focuses on holistic health, offering customized workouts and nutritional support to empower clients physically, emotionally, and mentally.
Jesse’s extensive experience in fitness and his dedication to community well-being make him an invaluable addition to the Boundless Foundation board, where he is eager to contribute his insights and energy to support the foundation’s goals of alleviating poverty-related trauma through educational initiatives.
Jennifer Rawls
Attorney and Secretary for Boundless
Jennifer Rawls is a mother, friend, writer, and lawyer. She brings the energy of each of these roles to the Boundless Foundation.
With extensive experience in government and communications and over thirty years as a litigation attorney, Jennifer is the attorney and secretary for Boundless. Throughout her career, her focus has been to elevate women to reach their highest potential and purpose because, as she has said, “if you change a woman’s life, you can change the world.” One way to change a woman’s life is to help her children learn.
While serving as Special Counsel to the Attorney General for the State of Tennessee, Jennifer represented Tennessee and its citizens in charitable solicitations and fundraising cases. She also served on complex multi-state litigation teams and has represented several international companies in consumer and contract cases. She also owns a publishing company and has published several books.
Jennifer’s son was born in Central America and the schools Boundless Foundation has built in that area hold a special place in her heart. She knows the joy of seeing a child’s face when she learns something new and the pride in watching your child graduate from one grade to the next. She was taught to love to read by her parents and, in turn, shared the joys of sharing stories with her son. Knowing that Boundless Foundation allows other parents to do the same for their children is always at the forefront of her work with the Foundation.
Lily Ciric Hoffmann
Board Member
Lily Ciric Hoffmann is a former journalist turned education strategist and advocate for inclusive learning. Originally from Serbia, she moved to the US in her 20s. Her journey embodies a passion for global connections, continuous learning, and the empowerment of others.
As a board member at Boundless Foundation, Lily leverages her diverse expertise in international development, educational technology, content strategy, and holistic well-being practices. Her multidisciplinary approach ensures that Boundless Foundation continues to make a meaningful impact in communities worldwide.
Lily has a background in managing educational programs that promote social impact and empower individuals. She previously helped manage the Hubert H. Humphrey Program, a highly esteemed Fulbright initiative at the University of Maryland. During her tenure, she met the founder of Boundless Foundation Shannon Rizzo, a fellow Humphrey Program coordinator at Vanderbilt University at the time, forging a lasting partnership built on shared values and a commitment to transformative education.
In addition to her educational management experience, Lily has also conducted workshops in Washington, DC for nonprofit leaders participating in the International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP). Her dedication to creating empowering environments and fostering education for all reflects her deep commitment to mission-driven work.
Heather Calvin
Bookkeeper
Being a personal assistant, administrator and bookkeeper for the last 20 years, I decided to make the jump to have my own company and be my own boss.
I love to help people organize their lives and their finances – to give them a blueprint of what is working and what needs to be reinvigorated. By having this knowledge, my clients can make informed decisions about their company goals, strategies and overall, lives. Reducing this stress allows more joy to be present in all they do!
I live in Nashville and enjoy gardening, my animals and traveling. Be joyful, be grateful, give back and love with all your heart.