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

Elaina Garcia | Business Owner & Professional Mermaid

When I started my business, doing Mermaid Photoshoots, I expected my main clientele to be children who wanted to become mermaids. Much to my surprise my biggest demographic is actually plus size women. There is something truly special about slipping into a mermaid tail that gives people the freedom to be comfortable in the skin they are in. Women who might not typically feel comfortable in their bikinis on the beach feel sexy, empowered, and are reminded of the beauty they had all along. There truly is magic to mermaiding, and I think that magic is body positivity. Read more>>

Catalina Nemmi | Unique Starz Studio Owner

Unique Starz Studio helps the community by providing an open environment where everyone is welcome. We are a very friends and family oriented business whose goal is to create a space where people are free to express themselves through dance. We have successfully taken many amazing dancers off the streets and gave them an open space to safely practice their dance styles. Read more>>

Bby Bnz Aka Makayla Jean-Louis | Adult Entertainer

My business is a promotion company called HoneyPot WorldWide. This company is made up of different creatives who strive to bring recognition to local talent through various private events held in South Florida. Our most successful event is called “Hoochie Fest” which was created by a creative named Ayedoe & I. Every Month we hold this private party at undisclosed venues for exclusivity. It is a fun creative event that is also designed to showcase the natural, raw local talent of South Florida. Read more>>