Impact Shield — Honor · Courage · Sacrifice
Raising awareness, delivering mutual aid, and building stronger communities for those who protect our home and homeland.
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HONOR · COURAGE · SACRIFICE
"Honoring Those Who Protect Our Home and Homeland"
Our Impact Shield initiative honors and supports first responders — active military, veterans, EMS, firefighters, law enforcement, and Gold Star families — through recognition events, public service announcements, direct assistance, and community activation.
Honor · Courage · Sacrifice — InTake Impact Corp supports first responders, service members, and their families through our Impact Shield initiative, raising awareness and delivering mutual aid and community outreach.
InTake Impact Corp is dedicated to honoring first responders — armed forces, veterans, EMS, fire departments, law enforcement, and Gold Star families — through innovative programs, community outreach, and meaningful support systems.
Three pillars of the Impact Shield initiative — educating communities, providing direct support, and building stronger futures for first responders and their families.
The Most Valuable Players Among American Citizens — a campaign dedicated to creating print, radio, and film PSAs that honor U.S. Armed Forces veterans as the true MVPs of American society.
Our volunteers are the heart of our organization. Their selfless acts and commitment to supporting first responders truly demonstrate that service starts at home.
The Most Valuable Players Among American Citizens
A campaign dedicated to creating print, radio, and film PSAs that honor U.S. Armed Forces veterans as the true MVPs of American society—recognizing their service, sacrifice, and lasting impact on our country.
Co-founded by creative philanthropist Xavier X. Artis and Fort Lauderdale's first NBA Hall of Famer, Mitch "The Rock" Richmond
InTake Impact Corp exists to support, honor, and unite the heroic service of first responders — including members of the armed forces, EMS, fire departments, law enforcement, veterans, and Gold Star families — who protect our communities and country with courage, sacrifice, and selflessness.
Through our flagship initiative, the Impact Shield, InTake Impact recognizes sacrifices and promotes the spirit of public mutual aid. The Impact Shield awareness program features a series of print, audio, and film public service announcements that share first-hand testimonials from first responders and community advocates, thanking them for their service and encouraging community support and solidarity.
InTake Impact Corp is dedicated to creating visible, lasting recognition for those who serve — and to uniting communities in gratitude and call to action. Together, we are building a system of public mutual aid that honors sacrifice, delivers direct assistance, and strengthens community resilience.
Comprehensive initiatives designed to support first responders and their families
Our flagship recognition and awareness initiative: a multi-channel campaign that publicly celebrates the sacrifice of first responders through print, audio, and film public service announcements, branded recognition events, and community activation led by Ambassador Mitch "The Rock" Richmond.
★ Flagship ProgramDedicated to enhancing the mental and physical well-being of first responders and their families. We collaborate with trainers, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and advocates to offer workshops, coaching, exercise programs, healthy eating initiatives, and counseling sessions.
★ Holistic WellnessA college-credited initiative where volunteers are the heart of our organization. Their selfless acts and commitment to supporting first responders demonstrate that service starts at home.
★ College Credit AvailableRapid-response financial aid, mental-health referrals, and transitional support grants for first responder families and veterans. Our fund delivers direct, measurable assistance to those who need it most.
★ Direct SupportPop-up exhibits, school presentations, and mutual-aid workshops that translate awareness into local action. We partner with local governments, service organizations, and media outlets to strengthen community resilience.
★ Local ImpactCreating meaningful employment opportunities for veterans through partnerships with InTake Global & Beverages operations, including fulfillment centers, manufacturing facilities, and arena concessions.
★ Employment OpportunitiesYour generous contributions help us raise awareness and provide mutual aid for our first responders and their families
Our board and advisory team embodies the organization's vision, mission, and goals
Co-Founder & Impact Shield Ambassador
President
Director, Affiliate Marketing Program & Grant Acquisition
Director of External Affairs
Community Affairs Director
Advisor & U.S. Navy Veteran
Trustee & Advisor
Ready to make an impact? We'd love to hear from you.
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
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