Natalie’s journey with Sharefest has been nothing short of remarkable! Initially cautious, she bravely opened her heart to our instructors and mentors, and the transformation has been awe-inspiring. We’re immensely grateful for her trust in our team. Natalie isn’t just a joy to be around;…

Picture this… Slam-dunking a basketball during a Lakers playoff game.Spotting rare cheetahs playing up close on an African safari.Enjoying an epic concert and getting invited backstage by the band.Watching a humpback whale breach out of the water from 10 feet away. Can you feel the…

Life’s obstacles may be different for everyone however the ability to overcome resonates within us all. Self-expression can be showcased in many different ways and through creative writing a recent Sharefest 2023 High School Graduate (and Summer Intern) was able to invite us into her…

We are always in awe of our student’s creativity. Self-expression can be showcased in many different ways and through creative writing a recent Sharefest 2023 High School Graduate (and Summer Intern) was able to invite us into her journey. “My story begins in Saitama, Japan,…

Art possesses a unique ability to transcend boundaries, connect people, and instill a sense of belonging. When our partners at Marathon Petroleum approached us to collaborate on another beautification project, we grabbed our paintbrushes. This past summer Marathon took on a project at Wilmington Middle…

When Juan entered Angels Gate Continuation High School he was short on credits to graduate and did not have a focused path on what he would do after high school. With a staff of 3 instructors at that school, Sharefest instructors opened applications for students…

Ms. Meni has been teaching at Del Amo Elementary School in Carson, CA for years and always envisioned an empty courtyard on campus would someday be transformed into a Reading Garden for her students. Thankfully, Marathon Petroleum partnered with Sharefest, the City of Carson, and…

“I can’t believe that in 12 weeks, I can have a union job in construction!” – graduate, Simon Rodia Continuation High School & Sharefest Career Connections Participant. Autonomy is a sense of one’s control over the trajectory of one’s own life. Marathon continues its legacy…

What is the best way to face economic uncertainty? Head on. Phillips 66, our long-standing community partner, is helping us prepare our students for the workforce, giving them options to support themselves, their families and their dreams. Last Wednesday, Phillips 66 gave us cause to…

In recent weeks, a JG16 STEAM Lab was unveiled at the Detroit Lions Academy, an accredited middle school for students needing to get back on a path toward high school graduation. Detroit Lions Quarterback Jared Goff, who is a former first overall draft pick, and…