In 2003 we formed the Village Fund under the Los
Altos Community Foundation, which also serves as our 501(c)3 fiscal
agent.
Community
The year-round programs produced by the Village Association promote
community and businesses in Downtown Los Altos Village, and also
provides advocacy and services for preservation of the Village's
unique character.
Schools
LAVA sponsors events that benefit Los Altos and surrounding area
grade schools, the Mountain View Los Altos High School Foundation,
the Los Altos Educational Foundation and other numerous school clubs
and programs.
Service
A number of local service groups receive direct or indirect benefit
from the annual Festival. Some depend on the high-profile festival
to provide funds for their operating budgets while others reap the
benefits of participation and exposure. Some of these organizations
include the following (partial list):
