Named one of the “50 Most Influential Women in U.S. Philanthropy” by Philanthropy, Kriss Deiglmeier is a bridge-builder who finds solutions to society’s toughest problems at the nexus of funders, changemakers, business, and policy. As a visionary leader, Kriss has scaled multiple organizations and innovative ideas that have transformed the social impact field. Kriss...
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Several hundred prospective community volunteers visited the Downtown Green in Los Altos on August 24th to meet with representatives of 30 local nonprofits and learn more about available service opportunities. See More Photos...
Saturday, August 24 10 am – 2 pm Third Street Green in Downtown Los Altos Join the Fun and Get Involved. Open to All Ages. List of participating nonprofits: American Association of University Women Just READ Animal Assisted Happiness League of Women Voters Bay Area Furniture Bank Los Altos Community Foundation Canopy Los...
Today, I want to let you know that I am retiring from Los Altos Community Foundation (LACF) after six years serving as Executive Director. I will remain as ED while LACF’s Board conducts a search and selects a successor. I believe the Foundation is strong and well-positioned and offers a great opportunity for a...
Over 375 guests attended Los Altos Community Foundation’s sold-out Summer Solstice Celebration at the Behar Family’s Historic Marini Home in Los Altos. In addition to learning about LACF’s impact, guests enjoyed wine from local vintners, delicious appetizers, and live music. Special thanks to our Premier Event Sponsor, El Camino Health, and Sustaining Sponsors, Wealth...
Los Altos Community Foundation (LACF) recently announced that it awarded $80,000 in its 2019 spring grants cycle to 18 local nonprofits and programs. These organizations address the needs and improve the quality of life for seniors, youth, and vulnerable populations in Los Altos, Los Altos Hills and Mountain View. The grants support nonprofit programs...
Community and Emergency Preparedness Grants Awarded Block Action Team (BAT) Leaders and Neighborhood Watch Block Captains celebrated helping connect, care, and prepare their neighborhoods at its annual BAT Appreciation Party. Over 60 people gathered at Hillview Hall for Valentine-themed party hosted by LACF on February 13, 2019. A highlight of the celebration was the...
The smoke from the recent fires around the state has cleared, but the need to prepare for similar emergencies in our community is always important. The start of the New Year is a great time to assess your personal and family readiness should a disaster occur. The good news is that much emergency preparedness work...
Congratulations to Dennis Young, 2018 Los Altan of the Year! Dennis is the model of an active community leader. From the Los Altos Town Crier’s article: Dennis Young would be the first to tell you he’s shy by nature. But shyness doesn’t stop the mild-mannered accountant from turning into a superhero when it comes...
