Supporting Tristan’s dream to launch Skate with Heart hasn’t always been easy—as a single mom, there were times I questioned if we could pull it off. But with love, grit, and his little brother Jaxon by our side, we turned a big idea into a movement that’s giving kids more than just skateboards—it’s giving them a place to belong.

Through my brand Atticus Skateboards, I saw a way to give back—so I launched Skate with Heart to provide skateboards, safety gear, and a sense of belonging to kids who need it most. Now, every piece of Skate with Heart gear you buy helps fund our mission. 100% of the profits go straight to the cause.

I started Skate with Heart because I saw too many kids sitting on the sidelines without a board or gear. Skating changed my life, and I wanted every kid to have that chance. What began as my Eagle Scout project idea is now a growing nonprofit—giving away skateboards, hosting clinics, and building a crew where everyone belongs.