Stories from the Field

A Life of Service
We are so very pleased to introduce Brooke Abbott, our latest SparQ hero! Brooke embodies resilience and advocacy, transforming her battle with ulcerative colitis into

Celebrating Our First SparQ Eco Grant Winners
We are delighted to shine a spotlight on the Oak Street Elementary Lunch Time Sorting Team, the deserving winners of our inaugural SparQ Eco Grant

Ripple Effect: A Game-Changing Approach to Youth Education and Civic Engagement
In a world that’s more interconnected than ever, it’s crucial for our youth to be aware of the challenges around them and feel empowered to

A Summer Celebration: Beer Pong, a Birthday, and Benefaction
Kapil (top left), Sandesha (bottom second from right), and a snapshot of all the people that came to celebrate!

Rising High
Her full story is out! Read about our most recent Lumenary, Naomi Lara, principal at RISE High School. Two families’ journeys, one from Mexico and

Empowering Heroes with Tailored Support
At LumenSparQ, we believe in the power of community and the transformative potential of individuals to create positive change. Our mission is to spotlight and

Making a Difference: Our Ember Project team with Safe Place for Youth
At LumenSparQ, we believe in the power of community and the ability of individuals to create positive change. This month, we had the opportunity to

Delivering New Tools to RISE High
At LumenSparQ, you know our mission is to spotlight and support local heroes in education. We had the privilege of visiting María, our newest Lumenary,

2023 Ember Project Team
We are thrilled to announce the 2023 Ember Project team: Phoebe, Lily, and Fia, eighth-graders at Westside Neighborhood School. These remarkable students are committed to
