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

Kim Ball | Fitness Professional

My business focuses on helping moms over 40 to prioritize their health. But this is bigger than just committing to an exercise routine and choosing healthy foods. It’s providing support in a society that glamorizes the act of neglecting yourself to be a “supermom”. It’s educating moms to focus on strong and robust in a society that values skinny. Building strength in the perimenopausal period is important for a woman to have a strong foundation for maintaining health past childbearing years. Not only does my business help moms form healthy, consistent habits for themselves, but it effects the next generation as well! Read more>>

Matt Jencen | President

The Carlsbad Police Officers Foundation was founded in 2023 by a dedicated group of four Carlsbad police officers with the mission to give back to the community, especially its youth. The foundation focuses on supporting local youth programs and initiatives, aiming to build positive relationships between law enforcement and young residents. One of the primary fundraising events is the annual golf tournament, which helps generate the funds needed to support a variety of youth-focused activities. Read more>>

Candy Kressman | Yoga Studio Owner

We are a community. I try really hard to make everyone feel invited in and have them want to stick around awhile, talk to each other. I have read that isolation and loneliness is an epidemic in our country. I’m not sure it that is true but I do know that people spend way too much time on their phones and online and they aren’t making real connections through a screen. We give them a place to have a digital free meaningful connection. There is a big table with chairs in front. There is a couch inside. People are encouraged to talk to their neighbor before and after class. We have events and parties throughout the year. Small talk can have a meaningful impact for people. Read more>>