In the Community
At Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead, we recognize that we are nothing without the communities where we live and work. We are proud to provide pro bono legal services to key initiatives and non-profit organizations. Our attorneys also dedicate time, energy and resources to philanthropy in our communities. LBBK is proud to actively support the following organizations and initiatives.
Junior League of San Diego (JL)
JL is an educational and charitable organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers serving on various committees. Several of our attorneys are active members of JL and have served on various JL committees, including Strategic Planning, Public Policy Institute, and Board Fellows.
Kids Included Together (KIT)
KIT is a nonprofit organization founded in San Diego in 1997 to break down barriers to inclusion for children with disabilities, complex needs and challenging behaviors. KIT envisions a world where inclusion is the norm, not the exception. Through KIT, one of our partners helps teach inclusive practices to individuals and organizations who serve children.
Mental Health Systems (MHS)
MHS is an agency founded to improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities facing substance abuse and behavioral health challenges through rehabilitation services. Our firm provides various donations to support the important services provided by MHS.
Mothers and Daughters Club Assisting Philanthropies (MADCAPS)
MADCAPS is a private, nonprofit service organization that involves mothers and daughters in direct service to and support of established philanthropic organizations. MADCAPS provides training in philanthropic commitments and teaches personal responsibility, as well as responsibility to the needs of others. One of our partners is a long-time active member of MADCAPS, who has helped raise thousands of dollars and volunteered hundreds of hours to local philanthropies.
Stand Up For Kids
Stand Up For Kids is an organization whose mission aims to help homeless and street kids through outreach and support programs. Our firm hosts dinner the third Friday of each month for homeless teens at the organization’s outreach center in downtown San Diego. We also provide financial support for outreach programs and donate clothing and other items for the teens.
SurfAid International
SurfAid International is a non-profit humanitarian organization that partners with communities and governments, and works to prevent disease, suffering, and death through educational programs and health promotion designed to change poor health behaviors and reduce the risk from natural disasters. Each year, one of our partners helps raise funds and awareness every year for SurfAid in the local Southern California community.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Susan G. Komen for the Cure is a non-profit organization working to end breast cancer through ground-breaking research, community health outreach encouraging early detection and effective treatment, and programs designed to raise awareness. One of our attorneys has participated in the 3-Day Walk for more than ten years, walking 60 miles over three days to raise funds and awareness that help support local public health outreach programs in San Diego County.
ZLAC Women’s Rowing Club
Founded in 1892, ZLAC is the oldest women’s rowing club in the world. ZLAC’s purposes are to promote rowing and other athletic activities, and to provide social and recreational activities for its members, including one of our partners.