It’s incredible what can happen when individuals and organizations unite under a common purpose, as the team from Balfour Beatty has demonstrated this time and again in their support and sponsorship of Sharefest projects. Driven by their desire to make an impact in local communities,…

A library renovation. New, colorful, inspiring murals. Improved outdoor seating. These are just a few of the projects that took place during the 2017 Workday at Wilmington Middle School STEAM Magnet thanks to Sharefest sponsor Phillips 66 and an incredible group of volunteers. A longtime…

In the early morning hours of May 6, individuals of all ages and backgrounds began arriving at sites in cities across the South Bay and L.A. Harbor areas, ready to don gloves, grab shovels and paintbrushes, and get their hands dirty as part of Sharefest’s…

Wilmington resident Salvador Lara sat stunned on August 25 as he was surprised with the announcement that he and his wife would receive a complete home makeover, at no cost to them. He arrived earlier that morning to Sharefest’s office excited to hear a presentation…

These are just a few of the highlights of this year’s Summer Youth Development Academy, which wrapped up on August 5 as we said farewell to an amazing group of middle and high school students. Throughout the four weeks of Summer YDA, which took place…

A public park restroom damaged by graffiti is repainted with a beautiful, landscape mural. A school for special needs children gains a sensory garden. A Boys and Girls Club finds inspiration in a new, cozy reading nook. These are just a few of the more…

Workday title sponsor and Sharefest longtime partner, Balfour Beatty Construction, has stepped up once again to help support this year’s projects. The 4th Annual Balfour Beatty/Sharefest Golf Classic took place in Long Beach on Friday, April 15, when 160 generous donors and sponsors turned out…

In March, while students were away at spring break, preparation work began at Wilmington Park Elementary School for a special Day of Service sponsored by Wedgewood Inc., an integrated network of real estate and residential rehabilitation companies located in Redondo Beach. Following prep work, the…

Nearly 400 guests and supporters joined us November 7 for the 12th annual Sharefest Voices of Hope Gala at the Torrance Marriott to celebrate a successful year of transformed communities and empowered lives. It was a memorable evening complete with entertaining emcees, talented youth musicians,…

During this year’s Summer Youth Development Academy, 27 students from local Los Angeles high schools spent four weeks dissecting what it means to be a leader and discovering how they can become positive, influential leaders in their communities. They learned from special guest speakers in…

Nancy Perez from Phillips 66 shares her leadership story with YDA high school students, and reminds them that even small gestures can make a big difference in the lives of others. Middle school students work on their art assignments. Ready for tennis! One of many…

On Thursday, July 30, Sharefest Youth Development Academy middle school students had the privilege of serving alongside youth from The Asomugha Foundation’s College Tour for Scholars (ACTS) program to transform the Wilmington Senior Center as part of a larger refurbishing project funded by a generous…