Stories from the Field
2025 Annual Report
We are excited to share the LumenSparQ 2025 Annual Report, a reflection on a year shaped by connection, collaboration, and care across our Los Angeles
A Place to Belong
For many students, higher education is about far more than classes and credits. It is about navigating complex systems, managing uncertainty, and finding a place
Welcoming Our Newest Lumenary: Alouette Cervantes-Salazar
We are proud to welcome Alouette Cervantes-Salazar as the newest Lumenary in the LumenSparQ community. Alouette serves as the Coordinator of the Dream Resource Center
Passing It Forward
At LumenSparQ, we often remind ourselves that generosity doesn’t need to be complicated. Sometimes it’s as simple as recognizing a need, sharing what you have,
Carrying the Vision Forward
At LumenSparQ, we believe in the power of quiet leadership, the kind that uplifts communities and inspires change without asking for recognition. Chris Olivares embodies
Threads of Generosity: How the ISS Trade Show Led to a Heartwarming Donation for LumenSparQ
Each year, I attend the Impressions Expo (ISS) in Long Beach, an essential event for those in the apparel decoration industry. It’s a place to
Coming Together for Fire Relief
In times of crisis, community is more important than ever. Today, LumenSparQ joined Safe Place for Youth (SPY) in their incredible relief efforts, temporarily transforming
Stronger Together
As Los Angeles faces the challenges brought by the Palisades, Eaton, and other ongoing fires, we are reminded of the incredible strength, resilience, and compassion
Bringing Joy to the Community
On December 21, 2024, LumenSparQ had the privilege of participating in the St. Margaret’s Center Christmas Program at Lennox Middle School. This heartwarming gathering brought