Boxing Out Negativity

Boxing Out Negativity (BON) is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that promotes the empowerment of at-risk youth in a safe and supportive environment via physical activities and other anti-violence programs. BON’s groundbreaking programming seamlessly combines physical training with mentorship, motivational discussions, team building, and civic engagement to help youth realize the best within themselves. Founded in 2009 by coach Derek Brown, our current programs include Youth Boxing, Street Outreach and Community Anti-Violence Events.