There’s a concept of the Matthew Effect which uses math to illustrate what folks have lamented about for thousands of years – the rich get richer while the poor get poorer. Take tech for example – the rich and poor often have different problems, but because it’s more profitable to solve problems for the wealthy a disproportionate share of tech innovation focuses on solving problems for the affluent. However, it doesn’t have to be this way – and we have been blown away by the thousands of members of our community who have devoted their lives through their businesses, organizations and art to serve the underserved.

Kevin Gillese | Comedy Writer & Producer

I’ve spent my entire career working in comedy, but it was only when I used my work to showcase an underserved community, I realized how powerful that experience can be. Hi. My name is Kevin and I’ve wasted decades of my life being funny. Most recently I spent ten years as the Artistic Director of Atlanta’s favorite chuckle house, Dad’s Garage Theatre. While there, I was proud to work with countless Atlanta artists to create comedy shows (musicals, stage plays, improv shows, videos, sketch comedy, etc. etc.) that were not only entertaining, but also had something to say. Read more>>

Kathleen Erickson | Founder and Owner of The Short Game Place®

Golf courses, as a whole, are set up for the 25% of golfers that are available to play during the day and on weekends. The rest of the 75% of wanna-golfers work during the day and the courses are closed at night. The Short Game Place® will be open 24/7 365 days a year to accomode the rest of the golfers. Another aspect of The Short Game Place® is the adaptive and disabled golfing community. We have a facility designed for everyone, no matter their differing abilities, to play golf together on an inclusive design course. Read more>>

Corbin Stacy | Yoga Instructor & Entrepreneur

Our cOMmUNITY is our top priority at yoga hOMe®!! Not many people put a connection to my Non-Profit 501(c)(3), NamaStacy Yoga Corporation® (www.namastacyyoga.org) and my yoga studio, yoga hOMe® (www.hotyogahome.com) together anymore, but I am here to tell you that without NamaStacy, there would have never been a successful “yoga hOMe®” of Pompano Beach, FL … When you think about it, we kind of did it backwards … While most cOMpanies start as a for profit business and then spin off into Non-Profit endeavors, we started NamaStacy Yoga® first and then organically opened yoga hOMe® to cOMpliment our successful philanthropy efforts; serving the underserved. Read more>>

Brandon Stewart | Automotive Enthusiast

In a industry that leans hard on the big and flashy jobs the everyday customer at times gets overlooked. We make sure every person every vehicle make and model is treated and serviced with the utmost respect and given the attention and time needed in every situation no matter how big or small the job. Read more>>

Kristine Mason Broadus | Vice President & Co-Owner – Puzzle Pieces Marketing

We offer two new Puzzle Pieces Marketing Scholarships for graduating high school Seniors. In an effort to financially assist minority and LGBTQ+ students of our community, we are awarding four (4) $1,000 scholarships annually. In partnership with North County African American Women’s Association (NCAAWA), The Puzzle Pieces Marketing BIPOC Female Scholarship, is offered to provide financial aid to college-bound seniors who are members of a minority ethnic group. Up to two $1,000 scholarships are awarded. This scholarship will be offered starting this year. Read more>>

Jesse Pina | Club Director

We are a non-profit volleyball club focused on providing competitive sports to underserved youth in our communities. We believe that socio economic status should never get in the way of having BIG dreams. Sports is an avenue that when used properly can help develop the necessary character and foundation for youth to pave their own path. Read more>>