Fresh Start provides reconstructive plastic surgery and related services to children and young adults with life-altering physical deformities. All services are provided at no cost for these families who could otherwise not afford them. For years, Rubio's has been gratified to assist in this humanitarian effort, providing food during the long days of surgery for the patients' families and the volunteer staff which has grown to over 100 nurses, doctors and surgeons.

From the triathlete in training to the person just thinking about losing a few pounds, Rubio's supports the quest for health and fitness. We've drawn a following of serious athletes with our HealthMex line, and our own Ralph Rubio and the founder of Competitor, Bob Babbit created a continuing partnership based on athletes who love Rubio's food. You'll find copies of Competitor in our restaurants each month (until they disappear!), and inside these magazines, you'll find running events - and opportunities to be inspired - right where you live.

This vital organization makes a difference in so many lives by providing life-saving blood and blood products to people in critical need. San Diego Rubio's locations sponsor one month early in the year for the blood bank, hosting bloodmobile visits at our restaurants, and providing certificates for tacos and complete Rubio's meals to successful donors throughout the county. We're also delighted to join our Petco Park partners in the annual Padres Blood Drive – blood donors are treated to food from the ballpark vendors, and have the opportunity to collect autographs from players. Watch for your opportunity to join Rubio's by donating blood during one of our upcoming events.