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

Kyle Denman | Executive Director, Arts Bridging the Gap

Arts Bridging the Gap (ABG) ) is dedicated to transforming the lives of youth in under-resourced communities by providing access to high-quality arts education that is culturally relevant, inclusive, and empowering. At the heart of ABG’s mission is the belief that the arts are a powerful tool for social change and personal development. By creating spaces where young people from marginalized backgrounds can express themselves, learn, and grow, ABG helps to dismantle educational barriers and foster long-term positive outcomes for youth, their families, and their communities. Read more>>

Montana Lewis-berumen | Farmer, Entrepreneur, Model

As organic growers, we hope that we can impact our community and other local surrounding areas with the awareness and knowledge of how important it is to eat local. We are providing our neighboring cities with fresh organic produce , which of course is nourishing their bodies with vitamins from whole foods. Read more>>

Blake Sabbagh | Founder & CEO of Meet Me in Malibu

At Meet Me in Malibu, our mission is to empower businesses and individuals by helping them tell their unique stories creatively online. As Malibu’s first ever social media agency, we craft inspiring stories that showcase our clients’ brands in an authentic and engaging way, ensuring their voices are heard in today’s digital landscape.

Our main strategic approach centers on storytelling—We focus on capturing the essence of experiences, whether it’s the joy of a shared meal, the charm of a local boutique, or the excitement of a new venture. Through compelling visuals, thoughtful captions, and engaging reels, we bring your story to life! Read more>>

Ed Lopez | EL TAX GUY

As the face of the company, EL TAX GUY has been working on helping inspire entrepreneurs and small to large corporations by uniting as a network to provide charitable services and resources to our South Bay communities.

This prestigious member group is called South Bay Social Network. The network started the summer of 2023 and has been involved in providing free community events like: Back to School, Free Haircuts for kids, Thanksgiving dinners and X-Mas Toy Giveaways. Read more>>