A twelve-year old boy who chooses philanthropy over video games makes an epic impact in the world of charity.

• Twelve-year old Zachary L. Bonner intends to walk from his home in Tampa, Florida all the way to the Pacific Ocean to raise money for his charity The Little Red Wagon Foundation.
• Bonner founded The Little Red Wagon Foundation when he was only six years old. It raises money for homeless children across the United States, providing them with school supplies, food, clothing and toys.
• Zachary tries to cover at least twenty miles a day and has already walked 1,950 miles. He is accompanied by his mother and friend and followed by 1,600 people via Twitter.

Facts & Figures

• This year, Zachary raised $120,000 dollars for The Little Red Wagon Foundation.
• Elton John pledged $50,000 to The Little Red Wagon Foundation if Zachary makes it to Los Angeles.

Best Quote

“He’s just like every other kid, except he likes to do community service work for some odd reason. He likes doing it. It’s weird.” – Laurie Bonner, Mother, Zachary Bonner.

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