Help businesses that are helping the community. Donate and support their recovery efforts.
Support Our Neighbors
St. Pete businesses are the heart of our community, and they're facing a tough time after the hurricane. Many have lost revenue, resources, and even their own homes. But despite the challenges, they're stepping up to help their neighbors in need.
Your donation can make a real difference:
For example, The Athleticus, a personal training facility in Gulfport has offered to train members of the community for free to give them a place to work on their physical and mental health. Their resilience is a testament to the strength of St. Pete businesses. By donating, you can help them continue to serve the community and rebuild.
Similarly, Embody Touch Studios has offered to provide massage services to volunteers that have been physically toiling to remove Tampa Bay out of people's living rooms. Your support will help local businesses like these serving their community and bring back a sense of hope during this difficult time.
Every dollar donated helps these businesses recover lost revenue, enabling them to continue serving the community and providing financial stability for their employees. This support helps maintain local jobs and livelihoods, and ultimately contributes to the long-term recovery of St. Pete. Let's work together to rebuild our community and support those who are helping their neighbors.
Donation Opportunities
The Athleticus
Olya Schaefer
Gulfport was decimated by Hurricane Helene on September 27th, and although The Athleticus studio was unharmed, 14 of our clients lost their homes, businesses, or both. They can no longer afford to train with us, so we have offered to train as many as we can for free through the end of the year. And people are coming in!
But as a small business owner who lost a very large amount of business overnight, my resources are limited. I want to train all the clients affected. They have all become my friends. And I want to continue to support my coaches, and retain my amazing employees. But we could use some help. If you would like to sponsor this effort from a small, local gym, I'm sure our small community at The Athleticus would appreciate it.
All funds raised will be used to provide free fitness training sessions for people who lost their homes and businesses in Hurricane Helene at The Athleticus Personal Training Studio in Gulfport, FL.
Donate to The Athleticus' GoFundme for Helene Relief Below
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Embody Touch Studios
Laura Lauraityte
Like many in our community, my studio was impacted, and sadly due to necessary repairs I have made the difficult decision to close current location permanently. I am actively searching for a new space to rebuild and continue serving you.
In the meantime, I want to keep supporting your wellness. I’m now offering mobile massage and private yoga services to bring relaxation and care to you, wherever you are. Whether you need stress relief or simply a moment of peace, I’ll come directly to your home with everything needed for your session.
I understand that this is a challenging time for everyone, and I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support as we move through this transition. I’m excited about the future and can’t wait to share our next studio home with you soon. Until then, let’s keep the healing energy flowing—right where you are! Together, we’ll find peace and harmony, one step at a time.
Book directly with Laura at her website below, or contact her to donate a massage to someone else.
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Best Day Co-Lab
Christopher Tolisano
When Hurricane Helene hit St. Petersburg, it left a trail of destruction in its wake. While Best Day Co-Lab weathered the storm, many local fitness and wellness professionals weren't as fortunate. In the face of this devastation, Chris has stepped up to make a difference.
Chris has been working tirelessly, spending his days out in the community, helping others rebuild. As of 10/4/2024, he has personally helped clean up over 35 houses in and around the St Pete area, without asking for any financial compensation. He's admitted it's not easy to ask for help, but he recognizes the power of community support.
Your donation, no matter the size, will directly support Chris's efforts to keep St. Pete's wellness community strong and resilient. It will help Best Day Co-Lab continue to be a beacon of hope and a hub of recovery for local fitness and wellness professionals.
Chris has opened the doors of Best Day Co-Lab to personal trainers, massage therapists, physical therapists, chiropractors, and other fitness and wellness professionals who've lost their workspaces. This allows them to continue serving their clients and maintain their livelihoods during this challenging time.
Click the button below to donate to Chris's efforts, and to help Best Day keep serving the community.