Our
Mission
&
Values
Empowering Young Lives: Our Commitment to Creating Opportunities for All
We are dedicated to enabling young people to lead fulfilling lives. Our contributions extend to every child in need, regardless of race, religion, or background. We strive to build a brighter future and express our heartfelt gratitude for your support of this mission. Our initiatives include providing college scholarships, sponsorships, and programs aimed at empowering young adults and those facing challenges.
We founded a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, Tax ID 81-2925388, known as the Live Like Kayla Foundation, to honor the memory of our beloved daughter Kayla while offering scholarships and sponsorships to high school students who embody her core values. We also deliver humanitarian assistance to those in need within our communities and beyond.
Our foundation partners with local communities to organize fundraising events through social media outreach, engaging individual donors, and corporate sponsors. This collaboration allows us to offer scholarships and programs that inspire our youth and foster strong leadership within our communities.
There are countless ways you can help us restore hope in the world we serve. We invite you to join our mission and make a difference in the lives of those in need.
Give and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together,
running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you. Luke 6:38
LARRY CASTRO (DADDIO)
President
A dedicated father of six, Larry spent over 30 years as a golf professional, founded the cybersecurity company Stealth Grid, and launched All In Ministry alongside his daughter Kayla. As the sole sister to Andy, Larry, Tyler, Zach, and Kota, Kayla enjoyed a unique connection with her father, rooted in both business and faith.
ALLISON COOK CASTRO
Vice President
Allison, a dedicated mother and Kayla's closest friend, heads Sweet Charmer, a top-notch catering and event planning company in Southern California. She passionately supports youth Christian leadership initiatives and women's sports in her community, exemplifying a commitment to service and entrepreneurial spirit.
MCKENZIE “KEN” COOK
Director
McKenzie "Ken" Cook, 88, embodies the essence of entrepreneurial success, having established industry-leading companies in various sectors. An alumnus of Oregon State University and the University of San Diego, Ken and his wife of 65 years, Mary Lou, split their time between Oregon and California. They take pride in being the parents of Carey Anderson, Allison Cook Castro, Amy Davis, and Tom Cook, as well as devoted grandparents to 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
JERRY HALAMUDA
Director
Jerry Halamuda (78), an alumnus of San Diego State University, stands as a trailblazer in the nursery industry. He co-founded Color Spot Nurseries alongside Michael Vukelich, transforming it into the largest ornamental plant nursery in the nation. Now, after a distinguished career, Jerry imparts his knowledge as an industry consultant. He lives in Rancho Bernardo/Poway, California, with his wife Ellen, where they have raised their four children.