posted on: June 16, 2026
Bellus Academy, a leader in beauty and wellness education, has been recognized with a CAPPS 2026 Excellence in Community Service Award California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools (CAPPS) award for community service.
Bellus Academy is proud to announce they have been recognized by the California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools (CAPPS) with a 2026 Excellence in Community Service Award, a national recognition.
The CAPPS Excellence in Community Service award reflects Bellus Academy’s continued dedication to giving back to the community through service. The award was announced by Lynelle Lynch, CEO and President of Bellus Academy. “This recognition validates the passion and dedication of our team and our students,” Lynch said. “We believe in giving back to our community [...] and are so gratified to provide beauty and self-care services that help build confidence and promote wellness while helping to address a critical need in our community.”
Bellus Academy’s Chula Vista campus was the specific recipient of the award. The campus was recognized for integrating community service directly into its education by providing students with hands-on opportunities to serve diverse populations across San Diego County. Through year-round service-learning events, Bellus students deliver professional grooming and self-care services to individuals experiencing homelessness, veterans, and families in need.
Over the past year, students from Bellus Academy Chula Vista have participated in 46 events, with students providing more than 1,600 services to 1,000 individuals generating (an estimated service value of up to $46,640). These initiatives address essential needs such as personal care and confidence building, while helping students develop technical skills, empathy, and a deeper sense of purpose. Bellus Academy’s dedication to community service demonstrates how beauty education can create meaningful social impact and transform lives.
Bellus Academy is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences and specializes in advanced hands-on training programs for careers in the fields of wellness and beauty. In addition to the Chula Vista campus, Bellus has two campus locations in Southern California, El Cajon and Poway, as well as a branch campus in Manhattan, Kansas. Programs vary across campuses, and include Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetics, Makeup Artistry, and Nails.
For more information about Bellus Academy, visit www.bellusacademy.edu.
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