Near-Cal is a proud and active participant in the Lake Elsinore community.  From sports teams to various non-profit organizations, Near-Cal makes it a priority to “give back” to the community that has been so good to it. 

• 2002 – Lake Elsinore Chamber of Commerce Large Business of the Year
• 2006 – Carl and Dwight Johnson awarded Citizen of the Year by the Tahquitz District of Boy Scouts of America for exemplary community service
• Carl is past President and current member of the Lake Elsinore Rotary Club
• Major sponsor, Cops for Kids Lake Elsinore
• Sponsor, Boy Scouts of America
• Major sponsor, Boys and Girls Club, Alberhill Ranch
• Sponsor, and team member is on Board of Directors for the Elsinore Princess community restoration project
• Sponsor and Community Board Member, The Unforgettables