Volunteer Work
Connecting to Cure Crohns and Colitis
In March of 2020, one week before LA shut down due to the pandemic, I ran the Los Angeles Marathon on behalf of a non-profit organization called Connecting to Cure Crohns and Colitis. In order to raise money for the charity, I partnered with a local wine bar called The Blending Lab and hosted a bingo and wine fundraiser event. My approach to landing the partnership with The Blending Lab was to sit down at the bar, order a glass of wine and have a friendly conversation about how the event could benefit both of us equally. The owner was excited to work with me, and the turnout was fantastic. I exceeded 200% of my fundraising goal, and The Blending Lab had an absolute knock-out sales day for a Wednesday night.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
The Out of the Darkness Community and Overnight walks benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention by raising awareness on suicide and depression, raising money for research and education to prevent suicide from taking place, and providing assistance and a safe outlet for survivors of suicide. Since 2017, I have participated in community walks on behalf of Team Viktoria to help raise money and awareness for AFSP.
Surfrider Foundation
In 2017, after watching a documentary called A Plastic Ocean, I decided to become an active member of Surfrider Foundation. Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s oceans and beaches. I continuously volunteer at various beach clean-ups throughout the California coast.