Our Story
The Lasting Impact
Health, wellness, and fitness education aren’t just about improving individual lives—they’re about strengthening entire communities.
The Garcia Foundation bridges the gap by offering programs that empower individuals to make better choices, advocate for their health, and share their knowledge with others.
This holistic approach ensures that our work creates a ripple effect of wellness, opportunity, and transformation in every community we touch.
Together, we can create a healthier, stronger, and more informed future for everyone.
Meet Ramon Garcia, Founder
Growing up in Haverhill, Massachusetts, Ramon Garcia learned early the value of hard work, resilience, and community. Raised in a single-parent household, he often faced uncertainty about basic needs. But through basketball and the supportive environment of the Boys and Girls Club, he found stability, mentors, and direction.
His talent and determination led him to Wilbraham & Monson Academy on financial aid and later to Bates College, where a generous donor funded his education. Surrounded by mentors, Ramon gained the skills, confidence, and vision to pay forward the opportunities he had received.
After graduating, he returned to his roots, working with local nonprofits like the Violence Intervention and Prevention program, the Boys and Girls Club, and the Flute Foundation. These experiences deepened his commitment to empowering underserved communities. He also launched Elevate Fitness Boston, creating a space where clients could push beyond limits and transform their lives through wellness.
The Garcia Foundation is the next step in that mission—breaking barriers for underserved youth and adults through scholarships, mentorship, and programs in health, wellness, entrepreneurship, and life skills. Ramon’s vision is deeply personal: to be the mentor and advocate he once needed, helping others unlock their potential and build healthier, brighter futures.