Building Strength in Community — Beyond the Gym
At Burns, we believe that true strength comes from more than just individual effort — it grows through connection, compassion, and the everyday actions that bring people together and lift them up. That’s why we want to take a moment to recognize the vital contributions that non-profit organizations and community advocates make in creating a more inclusive, resilient world.
What Sets Non-Profits Apart?
Non-profit organizations exist to serve a purpose, not to generate profit. Their mission-driven work often focuses on expanding access, uplifting underserved communities, and addressing challenges that might otherwise go unrecognized — whether in health, education, housing, the arts, or social services.
These organizations help build spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered. Whether they’re offering resources, opportunities, or simply a sense of belonging, non-profits play an essential role in strengthening the fabric of our communities.
Founded in 2019, LPP is a nonprofit organization dedicated to cannabis criminal justice reform out of the belief that if anyone is able to profit and build wealth in the legal cannabis industry, those individuals must also work to release and rebuild the lives of those who have suffered from cannabis criminalization.
Calvin Tucker - @blacknoah1
Calvin Tucker is an animal advocate located in Bessemer, Alabama who works tirelessly to create homes and voices for the voiceless animals of Alabama and beyond. To date, Calvin has trapped over 600 cats, feeds over 90 feral cats daily, TNR’s and has found homes for 123 cats, 28 dogs, and 2 alpacas. Click on the image to see his feature in The Dodo.
Founded in 1982, Womankind works with survivors of gender-based domestic violence to build a path towards healing. Formerly New York Asian Women’s Center, they specifically work with Asian immigrant women experiencing domestic violence by providing resources and information in 18+ Asian languages and dialects and offer a 24/7 multilingual helpline.
A nonprofit environmental advocacy group based in Washington, D.C. The organization seeks to promote healthy and diverse ocean ecosystems, prevent marine pollution, climate change and advocates against practices that threaten oceanic and human life.
An Instagram Live workout was held on 2/17/2021 to raise money!
Leading organization dedicated to women and Alzheimer’s, exploring why two-thirds of Alzheimer’s cases are in women. It funds research and raises awareness about brain health and preventing Alzheimer’s.
Founded in 1994 in Los Angeles, it has provided over $120 million in help worldwide to the people of Armenia and Karabagh through humanitarian aid and infrastructure development.
These organizations’ missions involve fighting the disastrous effects of animal agriculture on animals, the environment, social justice, and public health through rescue, education, and advocacy in addition to providing forever homes to thousands of animals.
