Most of the media often paints all businesses with a single stroke, but in our experience businesses are each unique and so many of them are focused on making the world a better place. We’ve highlighted a few such gems below.

ToniMarie Mendez Tijerina | Program Manager

The Joy Bus supports cancer patients by providing a healthy, treatment-supporting meal delivered by a friendly, kind volunteer. The Joy Bus also includes University of Arizona medical students to learn about our program impacting the future of medical providers and their engagement with community, holistic resources. Read more>>

Analaura DeVary | Owner & Care Advocate

My business helps the community by giving hope to individuals and families needing help with day-to-day life. For the individual, it often gives them companionship, help with daily life activities, and much more. For the family, it’s giving them peace of mind that their loved one is being cared for with compassion. Read more>>

Alba Trevino & Anel Hernandez | Owners of Serene Studios

By showcasing the diversity in our community. Which will influence the way we see one another, and the beauty behind all lenses. Read more>>

Melissa Freeman | Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Mindset Mentor

I contribute to our community and the world by promoting whole person healing through a holistic approach to wellness. My mission is to empower individuals to embrace their journey toward optimal health and well-being with confidence and vitality. Read more>>

Christopher Lucka | Artist

As an autistic artist, I want to demonstrate the inner life and humanity of neurodiverse people. We don’t often have a platform in which to be so open about ourselves and the way we see and experience the world. For me, art facilitates this. Read more>>

Ben Naasz | Dance, martial arts, fitness, theater arts, guitar, Voice

At the movement studio we teach confidence and self-respect through dance, fitness Kenpo and theater arts training. We give clients the tools necessary to be able to market themselves in future careers, as well as professional training in the arts, dance and theater. Read more>>