In a heartfelt celebration of community spirit, Handel’s Ice Cream Carlsbad has been honored with the Community Impact Award at the 2025 CBAD Awards — an annual recognition presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce to businesses that go above and beyond in service to their community.
Since opening its doors in Carlsbad Village, Handel’s has become much more than a neighborhood ice cream shop. Led by partners Marcus Weenig and Travis Campbell, the store has established itself as a cornerstone of local connection — supporting charities, schools, and events, and consistently showing up when the community needs them most.
Handel’s isn’t just known for its delicious, handcrafted ice cream; it’s known for its heart. The team has built a business that thrives on kindness and involvement, reflected not only in their Community Impact Award but also in their recent Kind Company Inspiration Award recognition.
In the bustling heart of Carlsbad Village, they leverage their popularity for a greater cause. From partnering with nonprofits and youth programs to sponsoring local events and fundraisers, their presence extends well beyond the shop counter. The owners and staff have made it their mission to create a gathering place where good vibes — and good deeds — are always on the menu.
Their work fosters connection, lifts morale, and strengthens the local business ecosystem. The Carlsbad Chamber’s recognition underscores this impact, noting that the Community Impact Award is reserved for businesses whose influence reaches far beyond commerce and deeply into community well-being.
For Carlsbad, Handel’s win is a reason to celebrate. The award highlights how a locally rooted business can amplify community pride and inspire others to do the same. Residents often describe Handel’s as “not just a place for great ice cream, but a place that makes Carlsbad feel like home.”
This recognition is both a testament to their efforts and a motivator for what’s next. It’s a reminder that business success and community impact can go hand in hand — and that joy, when shared, becomes even sweeter.
As Handel’s continues to grow, so does its capacity to do good. With this recognition, the Carlsbad team is poised to expand its partnerships, deepen its outreach, and continue proving that purpose and passion are the perfect recipe for lasting impact.
Here’s to Handel’s Ice Cream — for serving up sweetness in every sense of the word.