In 2024, the Community Foundation of Lafayette proudly celebrates a milestone of 25 years of philanthropy. Embracing a quarter-century of service, here’s how our collective efforts have made an impact on the local community:
Over $1.3 Million Donated
We’ve proudly directed more than $1.3 million to local nonprofits, fueling their vital work and mission.
Grant-Making Legacy
Since 1999, hundreds of grants have catalyzed change across our four key funding areas: Human Services, Seniors, Youth Development & Education and Arts & Culture.
Dedicated Grant Evaluation
Our Grants Committee brings unmatched dedication to the review process. Each application un-dergoes meticulous scrutiny, ensuring that every dollar granted is a seed planted for maximum community impact.
Assured Impactful Giving
Through our Excellence Grants program, our community members can rest assured that their contributions are channeled to reputable, impactful and worthy nonprofits.
Collective Change
By pooling our resources and intentions, we become architects of community transformation—a phenomenon we celebrate as the power of collective giving.
25 More Years of Impact
We look to the future with gratitude and vision. Your continued partnership is the cornerstone of our commitment to nurturing the nonprofit community for the next quarter-century and beyond.
In addition, the Community Foundation has been an essential contributor to some of the City’s most important projects:
Raising $12.5 million to build the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
Raising $250,000 with Lafayette Rotary for the Permanent Stage at the Lafayette Reservoir
Providing seed money for The Park Theater Trust that is rebuilding Lafayette’s iconic Park Theater
Providing seed money for Lamorinda Village, a nonprofit that provides senior residents with services that allow them to remain in their homes as they age
Raising money for AARD (All Ages Recreation Downtown) which identifies land available to purchase for future recreational areas in Lafayette
Raising and holding funds in trust for the Downtown Park Fund which helps the City acquire downtown property for many possible types of parks and public recreation spaces within the downtown planning area zone
We invite you to join us in championing local nonprofits by donating today. As we embark on what promises to be an exceptional year for these vital organizations, your support is crucial in enabling them to continue their indispensable work in our community.
Creating Change in Our Community
The Community Foundation’s Excellence Grants provide much-needed support to nonprofits that dispense programs and services throughout the local community. Learn more about this year’s grantees who make an ongoing impact in the areas of Human Services, Seniors, Youth Development & Education and Arts & Culture! Each was chosen after careful consideration by our selection committee for the stellar work done every day for the benefit of our community members.
Thank You To Our Business Partners
