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…

Sharefest Community Development and Rich Development have joined forces, united by their shared commitment to giving back to community and to students in the Harbor Area.  Recognizing the importance of investing in the community’s future, Rich Development proudly supports Sharefest and their tireless efforts. Rooted…

Congratulations to our 2023 graduates from Avalon, Johnston, Patton, and Angel’s Gate High Schools!! Sharefest is incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication to achieving your goals. Your graduation is a testament to your resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity. At Sharefest,…

Hi, everyone! I’m Gaby Medina, and I’m excited to share with you my campaign for honorary mayor of San Pedro. But this isn’t just any campaign; it’s a chance to make a real difference in the lives of our youth that face significant barriers.   San…

Valero Energy Corporation, a renowned corporate entity, has solidified its position as an exceptional community partner through its meaningful collaborations with Sharefest Community Development. Together, they have been making a profound impact on the lives of at-risk students in the Harbor Area, particularly those attending…

We have some wonderful news to share with our Sharefest community! Thanks to the incredible generosity of Moises Figueroa from SA Recycling, we have received a $20,000 donation that will help us continue our important work in transforming the lives of under-served and under-resourced students….

After struggling with her grades in a traditional high school, Zuleny transitioned to Avalon Continuation High School. Once enrolled she chose to distract herself from personal circumstances and turned her focus to her coursework. She enrolled in Sharefest’s Career Development Courses at Avalon and signed…

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…