What’s in Store:
Structured Attire: Let your look reflect the evening by embracing polished tones, refined details, and outfits that showcase the strength and stability you help build.
An Evening to Remember: Enjoy a cocktail hour followed by a delightful sit-down dinner as we highlight the contributions of our inspiring honorees and celebrate the success of our foster youth.
Honoring Youth: Witness awards presented to those making a difference in the lives of LA’s foster youth.
Your presence directly supports programs that build community, trust, and a path to success for LA foster youth. Celebrate the foundation of every child’s future while making a meaningful impact during this special evening.
Honoring the Brass Ring Award Recipients: Lelia Scheu and Amirali Shakoorian
We are proud to honor Lelia Scheu and Amirali Shakoorian of Urbanworks, dedicated supporters of United Friends since 2018. Amirali, Founder and President of Urbanworks, holds a PhD in Construction Management and an MBA from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and has led more than two million square feet of development valued at over $1.5 billion.
Lelia, Head of Operations, holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University and a Juris Doctor from UC Hastings College of the Law and is a licensed architect and attorney who brings an integrated design, legal, and operational perspective to the firm’s work. Lelia and Amirali recently brought their talents and resources to help with the renovation of a community space at our housing site, creating an environment where foster youth can feel supported.
Their generosity continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of the foster youth we serve.
Our Host: Sheroum Kim
Sheroum Kim is an accomplished film producer and studio executive, known for her leadership in overseeing major projects like American Sniper, Hustlers, and The Edge of Seventeen. In 2016, she was recognized by The Hollywood Reporter as one of its Next Gen execs, spotlighting rising stars in the entertainment industry under 35. In 2019, Sheroum joined Netflix and has since curated a slate of highly successful films, particularly in the young adult, holiday, and faith-based genres. Her projects include the popular To All the Boys franchise, Love Hard, Holidate, Work It, and You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah.
Beyond her career in entertainment, Sheroum is deeply passionate about supporting foster youth. As a foster-to-adopt parent herself, she actively collaborates with philanthropic organizations to mentor and uplift children and families in the foster care system.
Her dedication to making a difference in their lives is a testament to her commitment to creating positive change both on and off the screen.
