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

Sara J Arms | Jewelry Designer

Guided by Gaia Creations helps the community by motivating our customers to shop other local small businesses and farmer markets, promoting local commerce. One of our favorite ways to give back is offering raffles that support local and world charities. Read more>>

Ryan Ashley DiCristina | Tattoo Artist

Tattooing has evolved into such a beautiful form of expression- an art form that embraces all people and allows them the ability to celebrate their individuality. Read more>>

Teodora Chizhbanoska Kalosheva | Co-founder of Challenger

We started our business with the mobile application called Challenger and our slogan then was Community Builder. Our goal was to help people become more aware of sustainable methods of transport, to help and remind them to choose walking or biking daily, and to encourage them to maintain their sustainable habits. Read more>>

Mye Floyd | Entrepreneur

We are Crystal Clear Kingdom Productions & More LLC and we own B.O.S.S. UP Expo which is a professional travel pop up shop and expo brand provides a platform for new and established business owners in NC and surrounding areas. Read more>>

Mateo Argüello | Explorer & Entrepreneur

Modern Explorer is a company with an ambitious mission to promote scientific discovery and exploration in neglected fields of science. The company is currently in the process of establishing a 501c3 to further its goals and meet its mission. Read more>>

Devon Tracy | Cookie Artist & Baker

It was truly situational. The thought had crossed my mind (in fact, I made my Instagram handle about a year before actually starting my business to save it) but it never felt like the right time as I really enjoyed my job at that moment. Read more>>