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WHAT WE DO: 
Enhance Literacy.   Provide STEM.     Enrich Education.
​Support and serve our communities in need.

Our members are continually inspired by the gratitude expressed by recipients, and the tangible impact these efforts have in fostering dignity, hope, and well-being. Whether supporting new mothers, nourishing seniors, or uplifting students in need, Assistance League of Los Gatos-Saratoga remains devoted to cultivating a stronger, more caring community—one thoughtful gesture at a time. As we look forward, we remain committed to expanding our outreach, deepening partnerships, and responding with empathy and creativity to the needs of the people we serve.     

Enhancing Literacy for Children​

Literacy

​Our literacy programs not only foster a love of reading but also support academic achievement and personal growth. By putting books directly into the hands of children, we empower them to explore new worlds, expand their knowledge, and build critical thinking skills. Our volunteers are currently reading grade-level books in 26 classrooms in 5 schools, serving more than 500 students. The books are subsequently given to the classroom library.
Students receive 2 books annually, in December and June, to add to their home libraries.​

Literacy FLUENCY

​Our new pilot program in Literacy Fluency works with small groups of students to help build fluency and comprehension skills. This school year we are working with 37 students in 2 schools to build skills and establish these students as more confident readers. 

Providing STEM Education 

 STEAM   (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math)

We are committed to sparking interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among young learners. Our volunteers work tirelessly to provide engaging and hands-on STEM activities that inspire curiosity and innovation. By nurturing an early passion for these fields, we strive to build a future where our youth are equipped with the skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly technological world. We are currently assisting with Innovation classes during the AIM program day, serving 300 students in the Campbell Unified School District. 

SCIENCE CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS

Partial scholarships were awarded to 189 5th and 6th grade students to help them attend local week-long science camps with their peers. At Science Camp, these students engage in hands-on experiments, develop teamwork skills, and gain a deeper appreciation of the world of nature around them. 

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Enriching Education 

Clothes for Kids

A warm jacket or new shoes can make a difference for students who are struggling. Our volunteers collaborate with a staff liaison at a specific school. The liaison identifies students in need ensuring that every student has access to weather and school appropriate attire and footwear. Requests for specific items and sizes are collected confidentially, respecting the dignity and privacy of each family we serve. 
Last school year our shoppers purchased 541 jackets and sweatshirts, 311 pairs of shoes, 1,340 pairs of socks and 15 school uniforms, distributed to 547 students in 18 schools. 

WEST VALLEY COLLEGE  OFFICE    OF STUDENT NEEDS

Volunteers assist with a variety of initiatives for students including stocking shelves and refrigerators in the Food Pantry, helping in the Career Closet, bagging groceries for distribution, assisting with their holiday gift, book and toy drive for students and their families and helping with graduation ceremonies. Future projects include Diaper, Wipe and Onesie Drive for student parents, a Parenting event and carnival, and a Basic Needs Resource Fair for students. 

SERVING OUR COMMUNITY

Supporting New Moms and their Babies

In partnership with the Nurse Family Partnership in Santa Clara County, mothers in need and their newborns receive a bundle of baby items, wrapped in a handmade quilt. Mothers are also given a Birthday Bag, which includes clothing, toys, and books for their babies' first birthday. In the summer, Assistance League of Los Gatos-Saratoga hosts a Baby Shower for the nurses with members and their guests’ providing diapers, layette items, baby safety items, toys, books, and infant needs to the nurses for distribution to their clients, In 2024 chapter members and their guests distributed items totaling more than $8,000 at the Baby Shower. In December, more than 160 gift items were given to the mothers and their families at our Holiday event. 

Cooking for Seniors 

A dedicated team of volunteer cooks plan, shop, prepare, and serve hot, nutritious meals each week to seniors and the staff at the Saratoga Adult Day Care Center. More than 1,128 lunches were served in our 2024-2025 fiscal year. 

West Valley Community Services Care Packages

Through our West Valley Community Services Care Kit program, volunteers purchase, assemble, and distribute thoughtfully curated care packages that address essential needs for individuals and families facing hardship. These packages contain paper products, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene products, and other daily necessities, offering comfort and support during challenging times. By collaborating with local organizations and volunteers, we ensure timely delivery to those most in need throughout the community, reinforcing our commitment to compassion and service.
More than 6,000 items have been distributed at WVCS Park-It Market distribution locations around the valley.