Brothers Ed and Mingo Lee and Wing Lam co-founded Wahoo’s Fish Tacos in 1988, and it has become one of the most iconic fast-casual restaurant brands in the Southern California and beyond. Totally committed to giving back to the community, the brothers give individually and through the Wahoos Family Foundation. The roots of their giving lie in gratitude – a gratitude for the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community that has embraced them. Among the many nonprofits they support are the Thomas House Shelter in Garden Grove, Doctors Without Borders, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Someone Cares Soup Kitchen, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, African Wildlife Foundation, Best Friends Animal Society, Newport Harbor Baseball, St. Jude’s Research Foundation, and the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation.
“At the heart of our mission is the belief that sharing embodies true caring, and giving back is not just a choice but a responsibility we all bear. Our focus on supporting children, hunger, and those with special needs reflects our commitment to building a better, more inclusive world. Guided by the lessons our parents imparted, we’re dedicated to standing by our communities, families, and friends, fostering a cycle of support and kindness.”– Ed and Mingo Lee and Wing Lam, co-founders of Wahoo’s Fish Tacos