Changing lives through giving
Our Purpose
The AVRC Endowment provides an avenue unto which local and international philanthropy can be encouraged and channeled. It is a separate entity from both the Rotary Club of Almaden Valley-Willow Glen and Rotary International. Its 501(C)(3) status affords individuals, families, trusts, foundations and corporations the ability to contribute to charitable causes and realize tax benefits from such contributions.
How Funds Are Managed
100% of funds donated to the AVRC Endowment are put to work!
Funds for the endowment are generated through the generosity of the members of the Rotary Club of Almaden valley as well as individual contributions from private sources.
The corpus of the endowment is professionally invested and the investment proceeds along with a percentage of new contributions are averaged over multiple years, thi average is then invested back into projects through grants. This allows the corpus to grow while maintaining grant request goals.
Areas Of Focus
Community Projects
From Boy Scout projects to neighborhood gardens, through grant requests we aim to enrich the lives of others.
Global Projects
By combining resources with other local Rotary Clubs, the AVRC Endowment is able to participate in larger projects throughout the world.
Working Together
Knowing that there is strength in numbers, the AVRC Endowment is always open to work with other local service resources in order to have a stronger impact on our community.
Scholarship Opportunities
Through Rotary International as well as working directly with local programs, the AVRC Endowment has the privilege of funding multiple scholarships each year.
“When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.” ― Maya Angelou
Major Supported Recipients
All Inclusive Play Garden at Almaden Lake Park
We now have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to expand the
playground beyond grant funding constraints and invest in a
Playgarden & Nature Area – creating a space where children and
adults of all abilities can gather locally.
The AVRC Endowment is not only proud to support this project but to also provide the non profit conduit for donated funds.
https://www.playgardenalp.org
New Almaden Ting
On the spacious landscaped ground of the "Casa Grande" Hacienda at New Almaden stood an authentic unique Chinese Ting (Pagoda) which was used as a Tea House for many years. Learn the history of the Ting
and help us become caretakers of the Ting (Pagoda) to teach our children how ordinary people today from both sides of the Pacific Ocean proudly respect peace through our world's artistic treasures.
https://www.newalmadenting.org
West Valley Rotary Community Corps
West Valley RCC collaborates on many projects. The Rotary Club of Almaden Valley - Willow Glen functions as their sponsor, sharing the common belief that communities thrive when its citizens are committed to community service and involvement. The AVRC Endowment is grateful to be able to provide financial assistance where needed.
https://www.westvalleyrcc.org