We asked members of the community how their organizations help the community. We’ve shared some of the responses below.

Brent Ramirez

At Born to Perform Studio, we’re all about more than just teaching kids to sing, dance, and act. We’re here to build confidence, foster creativity, and create a space where every student feels like they belong. Watching kids grow—not just as performers but as people—is what makes this work so rewarding. Read More>>

Aaron Marner

I believe that fact that I am a full time international black, gay, queer, working visual artist inherently has an impact on the community I work in as well as the world. Read More>>

Virginia Kamhi

I have always been drawn to the natural beauty of the great outdoors. We are surrounded by incredible beauty here in the L.A. area, and as an artist, I choose to paint from nature. I am on the board of Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore, a group founded over 25 years ago, whose mission is to paint and preserve this natural beauty from the mountains to the seashore. Read More>>

Dellis Frank

“As a fine artist, my work—particularly my social justice series—aims to create awareness of injustices in communities of color. Through my art, I educate on the historical and systemic origins of these inequities and seek to stimulate critical conversations. Read More>>

Toshiyuki Shinagawa

Our motto is to share and contribute to spreading Japanese food culture in the United States through our daily activities. Read More>>

Jax Cat

The driving force behind Colors of Spirituality is to create a safe space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color) & LGBTQIA + entrepreneurs in the city of DownTown Los Angeles. I wanted to bring healing to the neighborhood I’ve been part of all my life. Read More>>

Chisom Okorafor

I like to think that my videos help contextualize the world for people. In our fast-paced world, too much of politics gets to people as disparate pieces of information with no connections between them. Read More>>

Aleo Covi

People all around the world regularly fight to overcome their mental health challenges. Sometimes on Instagram it’s hard not to talk about myself endlessly and come across like I make it all about me, but I have to remind myself that I share my story to help people. Read More>>

Sean James

As a hairstylist colorist, I believe my work significantly helps the community and the world in several ways. One of the most rewarding aspects of my job is creating looks that help celebrities feel confident in their personal appearance. When they step into the spotlight, I love knowing that my artistry plays a part in their self-esteem and how they present themselves to the world. Read More>>

James Harris

As part of the Bruin Auto Club, we look to connect students socially with each other and members of the community around us, as well as help them explore the incredible city they live in! We host weekly events that look to give students an opportunity to hang out and meet others with similar interests, focusing on helping them break out of their bubbles, and public events that expand these opportunities to the whole community around us. Read More>>

Olivia Deramus

Everyone talks about mental and physical health, but no one ever mentions social health – which focuses on the quality of our relationships and community. If we have less positive connection, we actually live shorter lives and every other aspect of health is worsened. Ironically, in an increasingly isolated and polarized world, we need this third wellbeing pillar more than ever. Read More>>

Emily Preciado

We live in a world that expects and asks moms to be and do a lot. Everyday, I see how moms are constantly juggling so much – from maintaining the house, school assignments, medical care, and sports to holidays, family time planning, birthdays, and the list goes on and on. More than ever, they’re inundated with societal pressures to keep everything moving along well, at home, with the children, in their personal relationships and more. They’re working hard to make it all work and often, that means they place themselves and their own care on the bottom of their lists. Read More>>

The La Slay Llc

The LA Slay is first and foremost a safe place for everyone to come and learn. We have heard a number of female presenting and queer people tell us that they want to train, but it can often be intimidating to go to workshops that are primarily attended by male combatants. Read More>>

Danielle Elese

At the heart of our mission lies a profound commitment to collective healing and accessibility. Through sound healing experiences and our innovative HILO platform, we’re revolutionizing how people access and experience wellness. Read More>>