For Fort Walton Beach-based Bit-Wizards, community service isn’t a once-a-year initiative. It’s a continuous, deeply embedded part of the company’s culture.
As National Volunteer Awareness Week approaches, their commitment to giving back serves as an inspiring example for the Emerald Coast.
Through its Be The Magic Foundation and the individual efforts of its employees, Bit-Wizards has built an environment where volunteerism is not only encouraged but lived out daily across the community.
“Volunteering and serving my community have always been a meaningful part of my life,” said Sarah Reuille, Morale Coordinator at Bit-Wizards. “When I transitioned to full-time work, I was concerned about whether I’d still have the time to give back—but I’ve been able to stay deeply involved, and that’s something I’m really proud of.”
Reuille’s work has helped organize large-scale initiatives, including school supply drives reaching over 100 families, coordinate outreach with local nonprofits, and lead programs designed to unify families.
Like Reuille, many Wizards actively pursue volunteer opportunities on their own time, supporting causes that are personally meaningful while collectively strengthening the region.
For Client Success Manager LXS Fregger, that commitment is evident in her service on boards and volunteer work with organizations such as Fresh Start for Children and Families, Repeat Street Thrift Store, and the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge.
Similarly, Solution Consultant Vandy Vela contributes through leadership roles with organizations including the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce, Bring Hope Now, and the Destin Fishermen’s Foundation.
For one Wizard, after learning about Sleep in Heavenly Peace—a nonprofit dedicated to building beds for children in need—he felt compelled to get involved.
“When I was told about the mission, it was eye-opening to hear how many children don’t have a bed of their own,” he said. “It’s something many of us take for granted. There was no question in my mind that I wanted to be a part of what they were doing to help…building beds for families in need is a simple way to make such a meaningful difference.”
Instead of expecting community members to find opportunities on their own, Bit-Wizards continues to focus on proactive engagement. Just as they run their business, they pride themselves on meeting people where they are and offering support in many ways.
“Bit-Wizards has created an environment where giving back is encouraged and supported,” Reuille added. “It makes it easier to stay involved and reminds you that even small efforts can have a lasting impact.”
Ultimately, this is a story about what happens when people commit to showing up for one another. It’s those actions, taken together, that can strengthen an entire community.
