Hermosa Beach Education Foundation

What Hermosa Beach Education Foundation does

Hermosa Beach Education Foundation (HBEF) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, founded in February 1996 from the inaugural Hearts of Hermosa fundraiser, that operates exclusively to bridge the gap between government funding and the operating needs of the Hermosa Beach City School District (HBCSD). It is a 100% volunteer-led organization with no paid staff, governed by a parent volunteer board and headquartered at 1645 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA (EIN 33-0522270). HBEF funds STEAM initiatives (Sparks Lab, Idea Lab, Tech Lab), foundational music and an award-winning band program, a 3rd-5th grade Spanish exploration program, 6th-8th grade visual arts and media production, librarian positions across all three schools, and counseling and mental health resources for HBCSD's preschool-through-8th-grade population across Hermosa View, Hermosa Vista, and Hermosa Valley schools. HBEF's contribution accounts for over 5% of the district's total budget.

HBEF has no proprietary technology and operates as a community-driven fundraising vehicle rather than a product or services business. Its revenue mechanics blend four channels: an Annual Giving Campaign (with a $1.7M goal for 2025-26 and a suggested $1,000-per-child family donation), a recurring Monthly Giving program (Kindful-backed, 10-month spread), a tiered Community Partner corporate sponsorship program (Brighter Benefactor $25K+, Diamond $15K+, Platinum $10K+, Gold $6K+), and event-driven fundraising through Hearts of Hermosa, the Skechers Pier-to-Pier Friendship Walk, Moms' Night Out, The Strand Classic golf tournament, Santa Photos, and flash parties. Distribution runs through its website (hbef.org), email, Kindful, GiveSmart and Givebutter ticketing, and direct community outreach via school district communication channels; marketing relies on organic social (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube) plus word-of-mouth through the parent community.

HBEF is supported by a base of family donors (targeting 100% HVS family participation), local and corporate sponsors — Chevron and Marlin Equity at the Brighter Benefactor level, Nolan Capital at Diamond, Deni Design, Vista Mars School, and Hermosa Beach Youth Basketball at Platinum, Northwestern Mutual (Paul Baboolal) and Gimlen Orthodontics at Gold, plus SpaceX and Citizens Private Bank — as well as a 16-year strategic partnership with the Skechers Friendship Foundation that has generated over $2.13M cumulatively and a record $269,812 in the 2024 walk (1,989 registrations). A separate HBEF Endowment accepts appreciated securities via Fidelity for long-term capital, and the organization previously operated as "Hearts of Hermosa" before formalizing as HBEF.

Name

Hermosa Beach Education Foundation

Legal name

Hermosa Beach Education Foundation

Website

https://hbef.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hermosa Beach Education Foundation is a 100% volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises and grants funds to the Hermosa Beach City School District to underwrite STEAM, music, Spanish, arts, librarian, and mental health programs across its three preschool-through-8th-grade schools.

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akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Hermosa Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations - Annual Giving: Primary revenue stream through Annual Giving Campaign targeting families with children in Hermosa Beach schools. Suggested donation of $1,000 per child enrolled.
2. Annual Events: Revenue from ticket sales to fundraising events including Hearts of Hermosa gala, Skechers Friendship Walk registrations, Moms' Night Out, and various Flash Parties.
3. Community Partner Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships from local businesses at various levels (Brighter Benefactor $25,000+, Diamond $15,000+, Platinum $10,000+, Gold $6,000+).
4. Monthly Giving Program: Recurring monthly donations providing stable funding while allowing donors to spread contributions over 10 months.

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Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

HBEF is a 100% volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation that raises private funds to bridge the gap left by inadequate government funding for the Hermosa Beach City School District. It delivers and finances STEAM, music, Spanish language, visual arts, librarian, and counseling/mental health programs across three public schools, and sustains operations through annual family giving campaigns, monthly recurring gifts, corporate Community Partner sponsorships, ticketed fundraising events (Hearts of Hermosa gala, Skechers Friendship Walk, Moms Night Out, Santa Photos, golf tournament), and an endowment.

Product overview

Hermosa Beach Education Foundation (HBEF) is a 100% volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that bridges funding gaps in the Hermosa Beach City School District. HBEF provides a comprehensive portfolio of educational programs and fundraising initiatives: core educational programs including STEAM (Sparks Lab, Idea Lab, Tech Lab), Music & Band, Spanish Language, Visual Arts & Media Production, Librarian Support, and Counseling & Mental Health Resources; major fundraising events including the annual Hearts of Hermosa gala, Skechers Friendship Walk, Annual Giving Campaign, Santa Photos at Gum Tree, and Moms Night Out; and an Endowment for long-term financial sustainability. All programs support Hermosa Vista, Hermosa View, and Hermosa Valley schools serving preschool through 8th grade.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• STEAM Programs (Sparks Lab, Idea Lab, Tech Lab)

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 5% of Hermosa Beach City School District budget funded by HBEF
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship, major and minor.

• ChevroncoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Brighter Benefactor level Community Partner at $25,000+. One of the top-tier sponsors providing major funding support.
• Skechers Friendship FoundationflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership for annual Skechers Friendship Walk. Skechers matches registrations up to 4x and has helped raise over $2.13M over 16 years for Hermosa Schools. Major fundraising event that is co-branded and supported by Skechers corporate.
• Marlin EquitycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBrighter Benefactor level Community Partner at $25,000+. Major corporate sponsor.
• Nolan CapitalmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerDiamond Level Community Partner at $15,000+. Significant corporate sponsor.
• Vista Mars SchoolmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Level Community Partner at $10,000+. Private school that is also a Community Partner.
• Hermosa Beach Youth Basketball (HBYB)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Level Community Partner at $10,000+. Local youth sports organization.
• Deni DesignmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerWebsite design partner credited for the HBEF website. Platinum Level Community Partner at $10,000+.
• Northwestern Mutual (Paul Baboolal)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Level Community Partner at $6,000+. Financial advisor with individual partnership.
• Gimlen OrthodonticsmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Level Community Partner at $6,000+. Local orthodontics practice.
• SpaceXcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity Partner sponsor appearing on Hearts of Hermosa 2025 sponsor list.
• Gum Tree HermosamajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for annual Santa Photos event. Local business that donates venue and services.
• Lana Lee PhotographyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPhotographer for Santa Photos event. Donates photography services for HBEF fundraising events.
• California Surf ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVenue partner for Moms' Night Out 2026. New location for annual event.
• VOX DJsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDJ services for Hearts of Hermosa 2026 and Moms' Night Out events. Entertainment vendor.
• Saint RockeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMusic venue partner for Moms' Night Out and other events. Provides venue for community events.
• Jennifer Faulk PhotographyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent photographer for Hearts of Hermosa and other galas. Provides photography services.
• Indivisible Arts/Resin GalleryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVenue partner for Thank You Party events. Donates gallery space for donor appreciation events.
• Citizens Private BankmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor for The Strand Classic golf tournament. Listed as Champions of the Course sponsor.
• LegendsmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor for The Strand Classic golf tournament. Champions of the Course sponsor.
• Mars CarsmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor for The Strand Classic golf tournament. Champions of the Course sponsor.

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Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@hbef90254
• Facebookfacebook.com/HBEF90254
• Instagraminstagram.com/hbef90254
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hbef

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