Investing in Dreams
Your gift today is an investment in the future of San Mateo County.
$39 Million
in assets to serve District students
$7 Million
in scholarships given to students across the District
$2.3 Million
invested in students, distributed in 2024–2025
Programs you care about
Whether it's keeping college affordable or ensuring our moxt vulnerable students get the help they need, we're working on the programs you care about. Partner with us to make a difference in your community.
Emergency Assistance
Give just-in-time help in the form of food, rent, child care, or transportation expenses for students struggling to meet their basic needs.
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Our colleges' programs support learning communities, athletics, career and technical education, and student success initiatives.
News & Impact Stories
From First-Gen Student to Campus Champion
How a conversation, a campus connection, and a timely opportunity shaped Lex Padilla’s educational journey and brought her back to give back.
A Lifelong Educator: One Founding Faculty Member's Path to Giving Back
How Susanne Stevens Turned Retirement into a Legacy of Support.
Leveling the Playing Field: Supporting Student-Athletes Where It Matters Most
Moved by the care and commitment of CSM’s athletic staff, Mike Hahn’s donation to CSM Athletics models how local giving creates immediate impact