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WHAT WE DO: 
Enhance Literacy.     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​

READING ADVENTURES

Reading Adventures fosters a love of reading while supporting academic achievement and personal growth. By placing books directly into the hands of children, the program encourages students to explore new worlds, expand their knowledge, and strengthen critical thinking skills.  ​READ MORE>>
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LITERACY FLUENCY

Literacy Fluency is a pilot program designed to help struggling readers build confidence and strengthen essential reading skills. Working with small groups of students and using a structured, research-based methodology, volunteers help improve reading fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.  ​ ​READ MORE>>

Enriching Education 

SCIENCE CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS

Science Camp Scholarships help ensure that students have the opportunity to attend four-day overnight science camps alongside their classmates, regardless of financial circumstances. These immersive educational experiences enable students to explore scientific concepts in a natural setting, participate in hands-on learning activities, strengthen teamwork and leadership skills, and develop a lasting appreciation for the environment and the world around them. READ MORE>>

CLOTHES FOR KIDS

The Clothes for Kids Program provides essential clothing and personal care items to students identified by school personnel as having unmet needs. Through this program, students receive jackets, sweatshirts, shoes, socks, selected school uniforms, and emergency clothing. Middle school students may also receive hygiene products, which are kept in school offices and distributed as needed.  READ MORE>>

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

We are committed to sparking interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among young learners. Our volunteers 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. 

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. 

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.
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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. 
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