b'Robert J. Miller OysterfestMISSION:Grace MillerTo raise Co-founderawareness andMaplewoodfunds for bobmilleroysterfest.commelanoma andI LOVE THE ROBERT J. MILLER OYSTERFEST BECAUSE .to support. it keeps Bobs legacy alive by raising awareness and funds for local familiesmelanoma to help save lives. It also allows us to pay it forward facing by supporting families in the same community that once carried unexpectedus through hard times. Im especially proud that Oysterfest has medical crises become a beloved traditionan evening to do good, celebrate together and support local businesses and talent while honoring Bobs memory.Creative in Common (CINC)Macaulay Campbell MISSION: Founder To remove1286 Sloan Street, South Orange barriers tocreativeincommon.org creativity by I LOVE CINC BECAUSE .providing . it provides a vibrant environment for the creative community,workspace, with access to co-working, studio space and a workshop wheretools andcreatives can practice their craft, explore new ideas, make thingsaccess to the and learn from one another. When we open this spring, I cantcreativewait to hear the hum of activitylike an orchestra tuning upcommunity full of energy and possibility as creatives connect, work andcollaborate in our space.Pollock Arts InitiativeVanessa PollockCo-founderMISSION:917.723.4006 | pollockpropertiesgroup.comTo expand arts education I LOVE THE POLLOCK ARTS INITIATIVE BECAUSE . opportunities.atitsheart,itsaboutaccessandequitysoeverychildin for every ourdistrictcanparticipateinthearts,regardlessoffinancial student incircumstances.Throughour"Care.Serve.Give."mission,and SOMSD in partnership with the Achieve Foundation, were turning our love of music and creativity into real access for students local-ly.When we pass the arts to children, joy multiplies across ourentire community.22/ matters magazine / hearth + home 2026'