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.

DeJhanie Brown

As a creative, a female creative, a black female creative, I faced a significant challenge in pursuing my goals. Despite my talent and ambition, I met a severe obstacle in finding a co-working space where I felt comfortable and that provided an environment that inspired my creativity. Many co-working areas proved to be bland, lacking in intimacy, and dominated by men—the few available women-only spaces needed to be more inclusive, with women of color feeling left out. Read more>>

Joselyn Gamez

Serving the underserved. We offer vegan, vegetarian options, we believe these communities are undeserved. Not every place offers options for people with dietary restrictions. It’s important to include menu options for everyone with out an up-charge. We offer jackfruit tacos,burritos, sonorandogs,and more! Read more>>

Tansu Philip

San Bernardino as a whole is a significantly underserved community, often marginalized due to economic challenges and other misconceptions. We intentionally established the inaugural Viva La Boba in San Bernardino because of our profound affection for this city and our belief in its untapped potential. The residents here are characterized by their diversity and strong work ethic, many of whom have roots in the area that span generations. Read more>>

Shelby Thomas

We help serve the underserved marine environment and coastal communities. ORAI artificial reefs serve as a targeted solution in the face of pressing marine habitat challenges, to increase coastal resiliency, expand ecosystem services and create lasting habitat for biodiverse marine organisms. We must acknowledge however, that even with our best efforts, threats to our coral reefs will continue well into the future. Read more>>

Tia Baldwin

Our hair care company has a heartfelt commitment to serving a community that has long been overlooked and underserved: African American women and Women of Color. Our journey has been driven by a genuine desire to address the very real challenges they face, not only in terms of their hair care needs but also in their overall well-being. Read more>>

Donna McMillan

When preparing for our sons wedding I quickly learned that I would have to travel 45 minutes or longer to get the rental items we needed. Not only that but, many companies charge full price for each day except Sundays. That means if I need to pick up rentals on Friday for a Saturday event, that was 2 days rental expense. Read more>>

Tarik Khribech

Yes, our firm, AllBetter, is dedicated to serving an underserved community in the home improvement and gig worker economy. Let me share a compelling story that illustrates the significance of our mission. Read more>>

Anjelica Yoder

I am passionate about serving women and the beautiful motherhood community. So many of women’s stories of pelvic issues and pelvic pain go unheard or get dismissed. They think they are in this journey alone and they need to suffer in silence with anything related to the vulva and anus. Read more>>

Angie Cibis

In theory, design serves everyone, but as with other fields, certain populations tend to get left behind when it comes to good execution. Read more>>

Tobias Armand

It is our mission to combat the fight of cancer and aid those affected by the disease with resources that are both universally accessible and useful. Cancer affects all population groups in the United States, but due to social, environmental, and economic disadvantages, certain groups bear a disproportionate burden of cancer compared with other groups. We provide services for people living with cancer at every stage of their cancer experience. Read more>>

Valerio Zanoli

“If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.” This well-known quote by the Dalai Lama beautifully emphasizes the idea that even seemingly insignificant individuals can have a substantial impact, much like how a tiny mosquito can disrupt one’s sleep. It encourages us to recognize the potential of our actions, no matter how small they may seem. Read more>>