About UsOur mission
LGEF raises essential funds that ensure the children of Blossom Hill, Daves Avenue, Lexington and Louise Van Meter Elementary schools and Raymond J. Fisher Middle school receive high-quality programs and resources vital to their education. Los Gatos schools receive less per student from the state and federal government than other, similar schools. LGEF helps “fill the gap” by funding teachers and staff that help educate the whole child. Learn more about what we fund. See the complete LGEF Vision, Mission and Values. Our history
LGEF was founded in 1982 in response to a state budget crisis which threatened sudden cuts in teaching staff. Since it's founding in 1982, LGEF has contributed over $10 million to Los Gatos schools. Today Los Gatos Education Foundation (LGEF) is a volunteer-run, 501c3 non-profit organization that raises private funds through our annual giving campaigns to support the students at Blossom Hill, Daves Avenue, Lexington and Louise Van Meter Elementary Schools and Raymond J. Fisher Middle School. Our people
The LGEF board The LGEF board are Los Gatos parent volunteers who care about ensuring the highest quality education for our children. Meet the LGEF Board Members Campus captains LGEF Campus Captains are YOUR representatives to LGEF. They organize events, raise funds, and reach out to take suggestions and answer questions about the foundation. Meet the LGEF Campus Captains We need you! We welcome new board members and volunteers. Contact director@lgef.org and let's talk about what interests you. Want to attend an LGEF board meeting? You are welcome to drop in on our board meetings. LGEF board meeting schedule |
Who we serve
LGEF grants support the education of students at Blossom Hill, Daves Avenue, Lexington and Louise Van Meter elementary schools, and RJ Fisher Middle School. 
Our partners
Business Sponsors Los Gatos students benefit greatly from the generosity of our local and bay area LGEF Business Sponsors. Home & School Clubs LGEF works closely with our outstanding Home & School Clubs for Blossom Hill, Daves Avenue, RJ Fisher, Lexington, and Van Meter to raise funds and enhance our children's education. LGUSD Superintendent and Board of Trustees We are grateful for the full, ongoing support of the Los Gatos Union School District Superintendent and members of the Board of Trustees who attend LGEF board meetings and assist us in setting our direction. |
School Funding Video
Click here to see a video that explains how our schools are funded and compares Los Gatos to other districts.
Click here to see a video that explains how our schools are funded and compares Los Gatos to other districts.