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Optum Technology & EarthShare California:
Earth Day Park Beautification Project


The above slideshow shows the work performed by Optum and EarthShare California volunteers at Eucalyptus Park in the City of Cypress on Earth Day, April 22, 2017.

Suzanne Sukumaran stated “Optum’s goal is to build strong, healthy communities through partnerships”. EarthShare California, as co-director of the project, has had a long standing partnership with Optum.

City of Cypress Mayor Paulo Morales recognized Optum as a vibrant community leader and thanked volunteers and families for coming out to beautify Eucalyptus Park. He also recognized EarthShare California for their important work to protect the environment.

Project Impact

  • Painting of picnic tables, gazebo poles, drinking fountain and electrical box
  • Staining wood fence
  • Staining park sign and repainting the park name in yellow
  • Raking of landscape area around park sign and wood fence areas
  • Volunteer hours valued @ $4,200