At Idea Hall, Goodness isn’t just something we talk about – it’s something we live by.
As we observe National Philanthropy Day on November 15, we’re proud to reflect on how giving back is deeply embedded in who we are and what we do. From volunteering in the community to supporting our purpose-driven clients, we believe that creativity and compassion go hand in hand.
This month, we’re spotlighting the many ways Idea Hall champions generosity in action, through the time, talent, and heart our team invests in making Orange County stronger. Together, we’re proving that doing good is good business.
How We Champion Goodness
Giving back has been core to Idea Hall culture since our founding in 2003. This past year, our team dedicated 332 volunteer hours across Orange County, with 85% focused on skill-based services that leverage our expertise in strategy, storytelling, and design to uplift local nonprofits.
We contributed more than $34,000 in cash donations and $10,200 in in-kind services to causes that strengthen our community. From packing 4,470 pounds of fresh produce at Second Harvest Food Bank to volunteering through Leadership Tomorrow and HomeAid Orange County, our employees are leading by example.
Recently, our Founder and CEO Rebecca Hall was featured in a profile story by the Orange County Bussiness Journal.
Clients That Give Back & How We Support Them
This month, we’re spotlighting Goodness in action and the best ways to give back through our incredible clients who make generosity part of their mission every day. From veteran-led service to food access and youth empowerment, these partnerships remind us that when business and purpose come together, the impact reaches far beyond the workplace.
Be Well OC
Idea Hall is proud to support Be Well OC, an organization redefining what compassionate, accessible mental health care looks like. Through its innovative countywide model that unites public, private, and nonprofit partners, Be Well OC is creating a coordinated system of care that prioritizes hope, healing, and connection.
- 👉 Get Involved: Become a Partner
Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County
Partner with Second Harvest Food Bank, we help advance their mission to end hunger and nourish our community. This year, our agency led social media and digital communications efforts to amplify Second Harvest’s impact, raise awareness, and inspire volunteerism across Orange County.
- 👉 Get Involved: Donate, Volunteer, or start a Virtual Food Drive!
Orangewood Foundation
We are honored to continue supporting Orangewood Foundation, an organization empowering youth to reach their greatest potential through education, housing, and mentorship. This year, we helped elevate their five-year strategic plan and shared stories of hope and transformation that inspired others to give back.
- 👉 Get Involved: Donate money, food, items, or even your time!
Give Back with Idea Hall’s Holiday Food Drive with HomeAid OC
Holiday Food Drive | November 17 to December 4
This holiday season, Idea Hall is proud to host a Holiday Food Drive in partnership with HomeAid Orange County, supporting their mission to build a future without homelessness and provide nourishment for thousands of local families facing food insecurity.
We’ll be collecting nonperishable food items, canned goods, and pantry staples at the Idea Hall office in Costa Mesa from November 17 to December 4. All donations will be personally delivered by our team at the end of the drive, a heartfelt effort led by Sara Sloan, Idea Hall Vice President and member of HomeAid OC’s Board of Directors: Executive Committee.
Clients, partners, and community friends are invited to join us in spreading Goodness this season by dropping off donations or sharing the drive with their networks. Every can, box, and bag helps make the holidays brighter for our neighbors in need.
👉 How to Participate:
- Drop off donations at the Idea Hall office
- 611 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- Suggested items:
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- Canned vegetables, rice, pasta, peanut butter, soup, and shelf-stable proteins
- Collection runs November 17 – December 4
- Learn more or get involved directly through HomeAid OC’s Holiday Food Drive 2025
- Questions? Email info@ideahall.com
Together, we can make this season brighter for our neighbors in need.
The Goodness Report: Spotlighting Our Impact
One of the most powerful ways we give back is through The Goodness Report itself.
Our team dedicates more than 180 hours to crafting stories that inspire, inform, and invite others to get involved. With more than 3,500 subscribers, the Goodness Report shines a light on the individuals and organizations who make Orange County better every day.
By sharing stories of generosity and purpose, we help spark new partnerships and volunteerism across our community, which is proof that Goodness grows when shared.
And you can help us keep that ripple going!
Share this report with your friends, clients, and community to help us reach more people and spread even more Goodness across our community.
Team Spotlight: Champions of Good
Every month, we shine a light on what it means to be Champions of All Good Things. This month’s spotlight is on our founder and CEO, Rebecca Hall, APR, whose visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to purpose and people continue to shape Idea Hall’s mission of Goodness.
For Rebecca, Goodness means leading with heart – inspiring others through creativity, empathy, and a drive to make meaningful impact. From launching Idea Hall more than two decades ago to building a culture rooted in excellence and service, Rebecca embodies what it means to lead with both courage and compassion.
Most recently, Rebecca was honored with the Orange County Business Journal’s 2025 Women in Business Award, celebrating trailblazers who redefine leadership across our region. The recognition is a testament not only to her individual achievements but to the community of purpose-driven professionals she’s cultivated at Idea Hall.
Grateful for the Goodness
As we close out this Goodness Report, we extend heartfelt gratitude to our clients, partners, and community for continuing to inspire us. November reminded us that generosity doesn’t just happen in grand gestures, but the small, consistent acts of kindness that shape the culture of Idea Hall and the heart of Orange County.
From National Philanthropy Day to our Holiday Food Drive with HomeAid OC, this season is a celebration of connection, compassion, and creativity in action. Together, we’ve planted seeds of Goodness that will continue to grow well into the new year.
Here’s to carrying that spirit forward to more giving, more purpose, and more Goodness in everything we do. Thank you for being part of our story and for helping us make every month a little brighter.
Idea Hall gives all year long, from volunteering, mentoring, and storytelling to supporting causes that strengthen our community. As we look ahead to Giving Tuesday on December 2, we’re reminded that every act of Goodness, big or small, makes a difference. Let’s keep the spirit of giving alive together.
With gratitude,
The Idea Hall Team