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: Amirali Shakoorian and Lelia Scheu
We are proud to honor Amirali Shakoorian and Lelia Scheu of Urbanworks, who have brought their talents in design and development to help rebuild a UFC community space. 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 representing over $1.5 billion in value. Lelia, Head of Operations, is a licensed architect and attorney whose integrated perspective has helped guide the project with clarity and precision. Together, Amirali and Lelia have helped create a space where foster youth can feel supported, and their generosity continues to leave a lasting mark on our community.
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.
