Sharefest Seeking Workday Project Applications

A local organization is seeking beautification project applications for its 11th annual workday in May.

Sharefest, which is based in Torrance, has helped schools and other organizations across the South Bay on its annual workdays. This year's is scheduled for May 3.

"We are now accepting beautification project applications from schools, cities and nonprofit groups in the South Bay and L.A. Harbor areas and invite you to join us in identifying the top needs in our communities," the organization said in an emailed statement. "Once we receive and select projects, we will work to find a volunteer organization to adopt your project. Help us make a lasting difference in our communities!"

Previous projects have included building planters for neighborhood elementary schools and mural painting. Additionally, Sharefest stepped in two years ago to remodel portions Redondo Beach Fire Station No. 1 after the firefighters came in third in IKEA's Rescue Remodel contest.

For more information, read the online FAQ or email workday@sharefestinc.org.