A Legacy of Impact and Recognition It is with immense pride and admiration that we revisit the journey of our first SparQ, James Kanoff. Since our initial feature, James and his organization, The Farmlink Project, have achieved extraordinary milestones in their mission to combat food waste and hunger. Surpassing 100 Million Pounds The Farmlink ProjectContinue reading “Celebrating the Remarkable Journey of James Kanoff and The Farmlink Project”
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Steps of Hope: A Heartfelt Thank You
As the Steps of Hope Campaign draws to a close, we at LumenSparQ are filled with immense gratitude and awe. Thanks to the overwhelming support and contributions from our incredible community, we have successfully provided 110 pairs of shoes to those in need, with some still on their way. A Collective Effort This campaign sawContinue reading “Steps of Hope: A Heartfelt Thank You”
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 a beacon of hope for others, particularly women of color. From Capitol Hill to the creation of IBDMoms.org, she’s a force for health equity and empowerment. Join us in celebratingContinue reading “A Life of Service”
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 make a difference. That’s why I created “Ripple Effect.” Designed as an educational card game, it is a tool for fostering critical thinking, empathy, and active citizenship geared toward middle-Continue reading “Ripple Effect: A Game-Changing Approach to Youth Education and Civic Engagement”
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 another from farm life in Colorado, unite in Compton California. Their migrant experiences help to forge the foundations of this amazing educator. Read Naomi’s full story here.
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 collaborate with Safe Place for Youth (S.P.Y.) for Lighthouse Volunteer Day. Our dedicated Ember project team, consisting of middle schoolers Phoebe, Lily, and Fia, joined forces with other volunteers toContinue reading “Making a Difference: Our Ember Project team with Safe Place for Youth”
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, at RISE High this month. RISE High is an incredible school that serves students who have faced various challenges in their academic journeys. We were excited to introduce new makerContinue reading “Delivering New Tools to RISE High”
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 raising awareness about teen homelessness and providing essential resources to support the young women at Safe Place for Youth (S.P.Y.). S.P.Y. is dedicated to empowering young people experiencing homelessness byContinue reading “2023 Ember Project Team”
A Visit with Naomi Lara
We are so pleased to introduce our newest Lumenary, Naomi Lara, principal of Da Vinci RISE High in Hawthorne. We recently had the opportunity to visit her and her incredible team at one of the three RISE campuses and were inspired by the dedication and compassion they demonstrate in supporting their students. With just aContinue reading “A Visit with Naomi Lara”