Carlsbad Magazine - January-February 2025

A Helping Hand When It Matters Most Be the Secret Santa Someone Needs During the holiday season, the Carlsbad Charitable Foundation , in par nership with the Carlsbad Police Officers Association , launched the Secret Santa Progra m —a simple yet impactful way to make a di erence in our community. Over $11,000 Donated With your help, Carlsbad o cers were able to deliver small but life-changing gif s—$100 or $200 in cash— directly to residents in need during calls. Small Gestures, Big Impact A single act of generosity can brighten someone’s day, transform their outlook, or even change their future. Programs like this have already brought hope and trust to neighboring communities, and now it’s Carlsbad’s turn to spread that same magic. Step Up for Your Community Sometimes, a small gesture is all it takes to create meaningful change. Join us in our e or s to continue to bring hope to our community. Learn more at carlsbadcharitablefoundation.org/ Become a Member Today!