SWA Community
YEAR IN REVIEW
Dedicated to Helping San Diego Thrive
S
Lidia S. Martinez, Leah and Kyle Koontz
and Kelly Knox at LEAD Visionary Awards
Chavistas in Washington DC
outhwest Airlines is genuinely committed
to having a positive impact on those they
serve. Dedicated to giving back as well
as recognizing those who have made a
difference, Southwest Airlines has been an invaluable
part of the San Diego community. They have established
relationships and provided their support to organizations
that are changing San Diego for the better.
Jamie and Tom Starr
at Monarch School
Recognizing the opportunity to reach the youngest and most impressionable within our community,
Southwest Airlines has partnered with organizations such as Ocean Discovery Institute and Cesar
Chavez Service Clubs. Both of these projects focus on teaching, inspiring and leading San Diego
youth to be positive, productive members of our society, particularly focusing on those who are
not provided as many opportunities. Cesar Chavez Service Clubs encourage and enable students
to learn skills to constructively discuss tough issues as well as provide acts of service such as
donation drives and fundraisers. As part of their curriculum, 50 middle school Chavistas have the
50 GBSAN.COM | JANUARY 2019
Ocean Discovery Institute