Celebrating a Successful Year of the Screenwriting Mentorship Program We are proud to announce that we had another successful year with our Screenwriting Mentorship Program! Our cohort this year consisted of seven high school students and seven working screenwriters that were paired up for a one-on-one mentoring experience. Each group…
August’s Shining Star: Juliana Garcia, Foundation Youth of the Month!
Juliana Garcia, our featured student of the month, is pursuing her passion for filmmaking with unwavering dedication. Her dream is to attend film school, deepen her knowledge of the craft, and ultimately contribute to a major production company. Juliana credits the foundation with providing invaluable support, stating, "This program has…
Dr. BSHF Foundation: July 2025 Newsletter
Sweet Sips for Young Filmmakers: Our Virtual Lemonade Stand! It's not too late to grab a refreshing "glass" from our virtual Lemonade Stand fundraiser! Our online stand is still open and serving up sweetness to support a fantastic cause: all proceeds go directly to funding our innovative online Film Programs…
Celebrating a Successful Year of the Screenwriting Mentorship Program
We are proud to announce that we had another successful year with our Screenwriting Mentorship Program! Our cohort this year consisted of seven high school students and seven working screenwriters that were paired up for a one-on-one mentoring experience. Each group tailored their process to meet every student at their…
Get Ready to Rev Your Engines! Join Our Online “Turbo” Screening and Meet the Animators!
Hey awesome movie fans! Get ready for an exciting adventure without even leaving your house! Our foundation is thrilled to invite you to a special online screening of the super-charged animated movie, "Turbo"! You know, the one about the little snail with the big dreams of becoming the fastest racer…
Quench Your Thirst for Good: Support Our Virtual Lemonade Stand!
Join us in making a difference, one refreshing sip at a time! Dr. Barbara Seniors Harkins is hosting an online lemonade stand fundraiser, bringing the classic summer tradition right to your screen. Every "glass" of lemonade you purchase, or donation you make, goes directly towards supporting our vital programs and…
Foundation’s Legacy and Appreciation Picnic A Success!
What an amazing day at the Foundation's annual picnic! We're overflowing with gratitude for everyone who joined us. It was truly special to honor our incredible kids who inspire us daily and to celebrate our tireless volunteers whose dedication makes everything possible. Your support helps us continue the powerful legacy…
Dr. BSHF Foundation: June 2025 Newsletter
Penned to Perfection: Meet Our Essay Champions! The Dr. Barbara Seniors Harkins Foundation is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024-2025 Essay Contest: Lexie Bishop from Ross N. Robinson Middle School in Kingsport, TN (1st Place) and Aydin Soner from Ubuntu Nation Builders Academy in Columbia, SC (2nd Place). This year's contest challenged…
Soar into Adventure with Our Online Screening of How to Train Your Dragon!
Get ready for an enchanting journey to the Viking Island of Berk, right from the comfort of your home! We're thrilled to announce an exclusive online screening of the beloved animated masterpiece, How to Train Your Dragon. Join Hiccup, a scrawny Viking teenager, as he defies tradition and forms an…
Lights, Camera, Action: Unleash Your Inner Filmmaker This Summer!
Are you a budding Spielberg or a future Ava DuVernay? This summer, young filmmakers will have the incredible opportunity to dive into the exciting world of moviemaking! Our hands-on Film Camp is designed to guide young creatives through the entire filmmaking process, from pre-production planning and crafting shot lists to…