Roger Su community outreach, youth

Koreatown Youth and Community Center 50th Anniversary

The Sapphire Foundation would like to congratulate the Koreatown Youth and Community Center (KYCC) for celebrating its 50th anniversary! KYCC’s mission has proved to be strong and unwavering by serving the evolving needs of the Korean American population in the greater Los Angeles area as well as the multiethnic Koreatown community. KYCC’s programs and services are also directed toward recently immigrated, economically disadvantaged youth and families to promote community and socio-economic empowerment.

With such similarities in purpose and values, it was an easy decision for the Sapphire Foundation to donate to KYCC in 2025, particularly supporting its recent year-end event on Saturday December 13, 2025. KYCC brought holiday spirit to Koreatown for its 50th Anniversary Holiday Carnival at Wilton Place Elementary School. Over 2,000 community members, KYCC clients, and their families joined for a festive day of free, hand-wrapped gifts from Santa, carnival games, performances, art and crafts, giving away over 1,100 toys to children to the Koreatown community. We are truly honored to be a part of such a meaningful cause.

Roger Su education, youth

Crowell Public Library

Crowell Public Library is located in the heart of San Marino next door to Huntington Middle School and Valentine Elementary. The San Marino Public Library Foundation, which strives to “improve the quality of library and information services to the citizens of San Marino”, conducted the capital campaign which raised over $10 million to help build the current Crowell Public Library in 2008.​ Featuring a bright modern design, Crowell Library represents a vibrant public space that educates and enriches the local community young and old alike.

There’s a term that describes a setting for healthy social engagement, separate from Home or Work, known as a “Third Space”. Libraries fulfill this role by sharing their repository of books and other media with neighbors as well as offering classes or workshops in a variety of disciplines. Public spaces free from corporate interests can provide a welcoming environment for people to study, learn, and grow. The Sapphire Foundation is proud to be a a contributing partner of the San Marino Public Library Foundation and other like-minded stewards of professional development.

Roger Su education, youth

K.L. Carver Elementary 2024 Spring Carnival

K.L. Carver Elementary hosted their annual Spring Carnival bringing together the community while raising funds for their students at the school. These contributions help make the Arts, Music, STEM Lab, Innovation Lab, Health and Safety, Community Outreach, and Family Educational programs possible. The Sapphire Foundation is a proud sponsor of a game booth at this year’s event, the Luau Launch where participants tested their strength and aiming skills. The booth, run by both parent and high school volunteers from 10 am to 3 pm, brought great joy and friendly competition to its participants. The Sapphire Foundation is grateful for the opportunity to support Carver Elementary and their students as a California Distinguished School and a National Blue Ribbon Award recipient.

Roger Su education, youth

Hwarang Youth Foundation

The Sapphire Foundation is excited to announce its continued strong partnership with the Hwarang Youth Foundation, a non-profit established by Howard Park to serve and address some of the most pressing issues of our society with a strong focus on developing and mentoring students to become effective, powerful, and active leaders of their respective communities.  Founded in 2006, the Hwarang Youth Foundation has achieved remarkable worldwide success over the years as evidenced by its 6,000 members across approximately 35 distinct Hwarang chapters.

With our shared purpose and values, the Sapphire Foundation has instructed the Hwarang Youth Foundation to earmark Sapphire’s 2023 donation towards education in 2024 to ultimately support some, if not the most, deserving inspirational young leaders of our future.  We at the Sapphire Foundation are truly honored to be a part of such a great cause and cannot wait to learn more about the lasting impact of this donation.

Roger Su health & wellness, youth

SMHS Summer Basketball Academy

The Titan Basketball Camp held its annual summer program, creating a vibrant community that revolves around the sport of basketball. This multi-week intensive program immersed participants in various drills aimed at mastering the game’s fundamentals. As each session concluded, the players had the opportunity to showcase their newly acquired skills through exciting scrimmages.

What set this camp apart was the involvement of the high school team players, who generously offered their support and additional coaching assistance. This collaborative effort ensured that students ranging from grades 3 to 8 had the best possible environment for honing their basketball skills. It was within this tightly-knit crew of talent developers that SMHS successfully identified promising young players, offering a natural pathway for their progression from an early age.

The Titan Basketball Camp’s commitment to fostering fundamentals not only benefited the participants but also strengthened the bond within this hoops-loving group. It was a platform where parents, students, and coaches came together, united by their passion for the game, creating an atmosphere of growth, camaraderie, and basketball excellence.