The Foundation is proud to present the 2nd Creative Mentorship Camp – taking place June 20-23’ 2022 Online (Virtual Camp). The Camp provides a rare opportunity for youth to interact with professionals in the industry and to gain experience as they serve as their mentor! The Foundation is excited about…
Tonya James-Gordon Educational Scholarship (California)
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…
Volunteer Spotlight: An Interview with Sarah Jimenez
Sarah is a regular volunteer with our Film Screening Program and a firm believer in the importance empowering youth. We asked her about what motivates her to Volunteer at the Foundation. How did you become a Volunteer with our Foundation? While volunteering for the nonprofit "Blazers" as a student at…
Essay Contest-2021
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…
Lights, Camera, Action: March Filmmaking Workshop is Here!
Are you a Young Teen who is interested in careers in learning more about PRODUCTION? Want to hear from Directors/Editors/Cinematographers who are working in the Industry? If both the answers are “Yes,” then you should attend our March Online Free Film Workshop!!! Dr. Barbara Seniors Harkins Foundation’s Break With A…
March Movie Madness Old School Success!
On March 12, 2022, the foundation’s Film Screening went “Old School,” and presented the film, “The Karate Kid.” It was a good time where young filmmakers had a chance to watch the film, learn cool facts about it, and answer Trivia Questions where they were able to win, “Dairy Queen,”…
Spotlight on Denver Patterson-From The Foundations Filmmaking Programs to Pepperdine University
This month we are spotlighting our Young Filmmaker: Denver Patterson. She has participated in countless film camps, movie screenings, and various workshops offered by our Foundation. Denver attends Pepperdine University and is currently a Psychology Major. At Pepperdine, she is involved in several activities such as: Black Student Association, Pepperdine…
Dr. Barbara Seniors Harkins Foundation Newsletter – February 2022
Break With A Pro: February Workshop: Are you a Young Teen who is interested in careers about Screenwriting? Want to hear and learn from Screenwriters who are working the industry? If both the answers are "Yes," then you should attend our February Film Workshop!!! This event will take place on…
February Film Writing Workshop!
Are you a Young Teen who is interested in careers about Screenwriting? Want to hear and learn from Screenwriters who are working the industry? If both the answers are "Yes," then you should attend our February Film Workshop!!! Dr. Barbara Seniors Harkins Foundation presents Break With A Pro Workshop With…
Happy Valentine’s Day Weekend!
Let’s join us as we fall in love with the Charlie Brown Gang! Dr. Barbara Harkins Foundation presents February Film Screening Movie:“The Peanuts Movie” on February 12, 2022. Following the screening, there will be film discussions with our guest speaker: Ms. Rebecca Bloom (the voice of Marcie) and Trivia Prizes!…