Category: Programs

Filmmaking Summer Camp was a success! This summer, our students transformed from aspiring filmmakers to budding directors! They immersed themselves in the world of cinema, mastering pre-production skills from writing screenplays and drawing storyboards to making shot lists and laying the groundwork for their own short films. A behind-the-scenes tour…

Our campers and volunteers on a Warner Bros. Studio Tour during Summer Film Camp 2024. LIGHTS, CAMERA…CUT: Wrapping up our Break With a Pro Workshops After an action-packed year of our Break with a Pro Series, featuring everyone from directors to editors to VFX artists, we finished up with an…

Have you ever dreamt of seeing your name on the big screen? This summer, the Foundation’s Film Camp can turn that dream into reality! Our action-packed, 5-day Filmmaking Camp equips aspiring young filmmakers with the skills and guidance to create their own short film masterpiece. No prior experience is necessary!…

We're thrilled to reveal the outstanding winners of our essay competition! First place is awarded to Marley Schall, a rising star from Altoona Area Junior High School in Pennsylvania! Ly Mai Advice from Leroy Martin Middle School in Raleigh, North Carolina takes home second place! Third place honors go to…

Summer break – a time for relaxation, exploration, and maybe even a little boredom. But what if you could use those sunny days to gain valuable skills, network with professionals, and get a head start on your future goals? Enter online summer mentorship programs! These innovative initiatives connect high school…

Looking for a unique and impactful way to give back to your community? Look no further than your own church's live stream team! Volunteering with this group offers a chance to use your tech skills or simply your enthusiasm for a meaningful cause. Whether you're a seasoned techie or a…

This summer our Foundation has had a lot of changes, because of this all programs will resume in September! Programs Include: Film Screening, Acting Workshop, Photography Classes, Film Workshops, and Mentorship Programs. We will see you in September! We can’t wait! FOR MORE INFO: www.barbaraseniorsharkinsfoundation.org

In Recognition of our California Scholarship Program the Foundation Announces it’s Tonya James-Gordon Educational Scholarship (California). This is an opportunity for College-Bound Students to apply for our Scholarship. The $250.00 award will be awarded to one high school senior from Compton area (Los Angeles area is also given consideration). The…

The Foundation will once again hold an Essay Contest for middle school students in public, private and home schools. Essay Topic: Imagine that you could give advice to someone—it could be someone you know personally, a historical figure, or a famous person living today. Write an essay that identifies the…