Community Corner
Making 'Extraordinary Lives' For OC Children: Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in South Orange County.
![San Clemente resident Mara Jones is making an impact in South Orange County.](https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/25354323/20221222/070222/styles/patch_image/public/9d352b7ebb35-krp-m-james-101-1___22190053498.jpg)
ORANGE COUNTY, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.
Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.
This submission comes from Barbara Kimler who nominated Mara James of San Clemente.
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Local hero’s full name
Mara James
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Local hero’s home state
California
Local hero’s Patch
San Clemente
How do you know the local hero?
Colleague
What does the local hero do?
She is a nonprofit founder and leader of the Extraordinary Lives Foundation.
Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?
Mara James is leading the effort in helping children and families with mental health wellness programs.
What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?
Her nonprofit and programs are based on her true-life experiences and she is a true visionary.
Thank you for all you do, Mara James!
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