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

Avery Robinson Rouda | Writer Dreamer Creatrix

Starting a business is a lot like making a film. You have an idea that pings your emotional radar system, hitting all the right notes in all the right places, culminating in an inspired action to go out and make the thing come to life so the world can participate in this animated novelty. Read more>>

Aida Mandić | Entrepreneur, Author, Poet, Songwriter, Inventor, Activist

I write books. I think that it’s important to speak your truth and be a catalyst for change in the world. I write about socially relevant topics such as war, bullying, rape, hatred, love, friendship, self-respect, etc. I am very raw and very real. I don’t sugarcoat. I think that it’s crucial to be as direct as possible. Read more>>

Fallon Rabin | A multidisciplinary artist, environmental advocate, and owner of Fallon Loves Nature LLC

Fallon Loves Nature LLC is primarily focused on “One Simple Mission” to protect wildlife, nature, and the need for coexistence between humanity and nature. I create art for a purpose to foster my mission. My artwork is unique and original. Painting/sculpting from my imagination, visions, meditations, and personal experiences with the world. Read more>>

Michael Silverstein | Celebrity Chef & Bestselling Author

When I hit 300+ pounds, I knew I had hit rock bottom. I was diagnosed as pre-diabetic, I had already left his career as a chef, and had given up on myself completely. But that’s when everything changed. I decided that ‘enough is enough’. Read more>>

Jessica De Leon | Owner, Founder, Intuitive Acupuncturist

At La Luz Wellness, we firmly believe that wellness should not be a luxury. Unfortunately, numerous barriers prevent many individuals from accessing the care they need. That’s why our donation-based Community Clinic was born – to break down those barriers and create a space where everyone can experience the benefits of holistic healing. Read more>>

Melissa & Andrea Magsaysay, Racey | Co-Founders of Duster

Duster’s mission is to empower women by highlighting their value in all aspects of work and promoting economic equality. However we think it’s really important for our customers to understand exactly why we chose this particular mission and giveback, that being the relationship between unpaid care work and women’s economic equality. Read more>>

Jason Kartez | High School Art and CTE Teacher and Artist

Primarily I see myself these days as an art educator making an impact on community and the world through providing K-12 students with project based real world learning opportunities. The cornerstone of my educational philosophy is that it is important to offer k-12 students art education that is at a professional level but also matches students present level of cognitive development. Read more>>

Sabrina Merage Naim | Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, and Executive Producer

For over 15 years, much of my work whether in finance, marketing, or consulting has been overlayed with the question of how I am making a positive impact on my community and the broader world. In fact, I dare say it is the question that keeps me going through different iterations of my career and businesses. Read more>>