There would not be A Lot of Good without Steven’s Hope for Children. That is where this journey begins.
Tony and Sandy Cappelli were overjoyed with the birth of their twins, Nicolas and Alexa. After struggling with infertility, they felt incredibly blessed when in vitro fertilization made parenthood possible. Just six months later, they received another surprise—they were expecting a third child.
For five months, the pregnancy progressed normally. During a routine ultrasound, they heard the words, “Congratulations, it’s a boy.” But moments later, everything changed. A doctor was called in and quietly said, “There’s a problem.”
Their son, Steven, was diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome and other serious complications. Doctors recommended terminating the pregnancy, but Tony and Sandy chose to continue. They believed Steven had been given to them for a reason. They prayed for a miracle—and if that miracle did not come, they hoped to donate his organs to help save another child’s life.
When Steven was born, the miracle they had prayed for did not happen. They spent a deeply emotional day with him, surrounded by family.
Then came another heartbreaking reality—because of his condition, Steven’s organs were not viable for donationThen came another heartbreaking reality—because of his condition, Steven’s organs were not viable for donation
In the face of unimaginable loss, Sandy said the words that would change everything: “I have an idea.”
“What we went through was incredibly difficult,” she said, “but we had support—a strong marriage, a loving home, stable jobs, and a network of family and friends. So many families facing serious illness don’t have that. Let’s do something to help them.”
In August 2002, Steven’s Hope for Children was founded.
For 18 years, Steven’s Hope walked alongside families in crisis—providing temporary housing near Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital, along with food, gas, holiday gifts, and emotional support. It was more than assistance—it was hope during some of life’s most overwhelming moments.
In 2007, that hope expanded through a small thrift shop—the Children’s Boutique—where families could shop for clothing at no cost. What began as a simple idea quickly grew, opening a second location in Rancho Cucamonga.
Then in 2017, as Steven’s Hope prepared for a new chapter, the boutique was set to close. Once again, Sandy said, “I have an idea.”
She envisioned something bigger—a way to extend support beyond families facing serious illness to anyone experiencing hardship. That vision became A Lot of Good, Inc.
By taking over the Rancho Cucamonga store, A Lot of Good ensured families could continue to shop with dignity while expanding its reach to serve even more people in need.
When the pandemic forced Steven’s Hope for Children to close in 2020 after 18 years of service, the mission did not end.
It grew.
Today, A Lot of Good carries forward that same spirit—providing clothing, essential goods, groceries, gas assistance, and year-round support through programs like There Is Hope, holiday outreach, and backpack drives.
Today, A Lot of Good carries forward that same spirit—providing clothing, essential goods, groceries, gas assistance, and year-round support through programs like There Is Hope, holiday outreach, and backpack drives.
Every item donated, every dollar given, and every volunteer hour helps restore dignity, relieve stress, and remind families that they are not alone.
Because of supporters like you, hope continues.
Because of you, families facing hardship can breathe a little easier.
Because of you, something good comes from even the hardest moments.
It truly is all good—because of A Lot of Good.
