Together, We Turn Community Potential into Action
As we close out another fiscal year, our hearts are full of gratitude for you, our Foundation family.
Thanks to your generosity, more than $910,000 in contributions brought transformational programs to life right here in Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, and Mountain View. Together, we uplifted neighbors, sparked creativity, championed youth-led initiatives, and sustained vital services. Your giving fuels the meaningful work of our Local Impact Collective—as well as community grants, scholarships, and the volunteer-powered partnerships that support our cities and strengthen emergency response.
We hope you’ll take a few minutes to read about some of the impact you helped create. We’re proud of all we’ve accomplished together, and energized by the possibilities ahead!
Here’s to another year of showing up for one another.
Celebrating Culture & Community: LAMVCF Sponsors the Mountain View Obon Festival!
The Obon Festival, hosted by the Mountain View Buddhist Temple, is a beloved Japanese tradition that honors ancestors and brings families and communities together. Rooted in Buddhist customs, Obon blends remembrance, reflection, and cultural celebration. The Taiko drum performances (pictured above) were a hit!
Creativity Persists Amid Funding Cuts
At LAMVCF, we’re committed to keeping vibrant arts and culture close to home. This year, we proudly became the fiscal sponsor of the Los Altos Downtown Performing Arts Theater Project, and we continue to back beloved cultural celebrations like the Mountain View Obon Festival.
With federal and state arts funding under threat in 2025, local support is more critical than ever. Programs that spark creativity, celebrate culture, and connect neighbors rely on stable investment to thrive.
Discover some of the Fiscally Sponsored Local Impact Collective projects making a creative impact in our communities.
- Community Women’s Chorus uplifts seniors and memory care residents through live choral performances.
- Terrible Adult Chamber Orchestra brings joyful music-making to local amateur musicians—and just earned a two-year grant from SVCreates
- Los Altos First Friday, after eight great years with LAMVCF, is now launching to the Los Altos Chamber, continuing as a vibrant monthly celebration of live music and community.
Join Us for Oktoberfest!
Raise your steins and celebrate! We are throwing a family-friendly Oktoberfest party, and you’re invited!
October 18, 3-6 PM
Lincoln Park, Los Altos
The celebration will include:
- Traditional German band
- Stein hoisting contests
- Festive Bavarian food and drinks
- Info on LAMVCF’s Local Impact Collective projects
Oktoberfest brings the community together to celebrate our dedication to helping neighbors turn their compassion into action. (Lederhosen optional!) Prost!
LAMVCF is a Proud Partner of the Ready Together Coalition
Ready Together is a regional network of nonprofits, faith-based groups, public agencies, and community leaders dedicated to strengthening disaster response and preparedness. Convened by LAMVCF, the coalition focuses on coordinated action and expanding access to critical support before, during, and after emergencies, so that no one is left behind when it matters most.
Resilient Los Altos is hosting an Ice Cream Social on National Night Out. Interested in becoming a Block Action Team member? Contact Patricia patriciaaevans28@gmail.com