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LARPD Foundation Mission

To improve the quality of life throughout the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District through advocacy, collaboration, and financial assistance, primarily focused on providing recreation opportunities for the underserved and enhancing parks and open space.

Save the Date: 2024 Wine Down in the Grove

Friday, June 21 at 5:30 pm

Ravenswood Historic Site

A flyer for the "Third Annual LARPD Foundation Fundraiser" with details of the event and photos of people enjoying a past gathering.
Save the date for the 3rd annual Wine Down in the Grove Fundraiser at Ravenswood Historic Site.

2022-2023 Annual Report

On July 26, 2023, the Foundation President, Marc Roberts, gave the Annual Report for the 2022-2023 fiscal year for the LARPD Foundation, highlighting the impact your support has had on the Livermore community this past year. 

View Annual Report

2022-23 LARPD Foundation Annual Report.pdf

 

2nd Annual Wine Down in the Grove

Thank you to everyone that joined us on Saturday, May 13th, at Ravenswood Historic Site to support the LARPD Foundation.  Your support helped raise $30,000 for the Livermore Community. 

larpd foundation trustees
The LARPD Foundation Trustees before the 2nd Annual Wine Down in the Grove . Top row l to r: Mike Ralph, Bill Whalen, Dave Muela, Marc Roberts, Stacey Kenison, LARPD Staff Liaison David Weisgerber. Bottom row l to r: Tara Stevulak, Connie Campbell, Evan Branning
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A few of the LARPD Foundation programs:

  • Community Support Program: The LARPD Foundation funds the Community Support Program annually with $24,000 allowing over 300 individuals to participate in summer camps, swim lessons, classes, and programs. 
  • Owl Boxes at Sycamore Grove Park: Purchased material to replace and repair 5 owl boxes at Sycamore Grove Park that will be built and installed by volunteers. 
  • Two Snake Terreria: These habitats will be home to LARPD's two snake ambassadors and will be used for countless programs, including science camp, school programs, weekend ranger programs and more!
  • 10 Stereo Microscopes: These microscopes will serve thousands of kids in the community enhancing the open space environmental education programs allowing the students and residents to learn about the natural world using visual aids. 
  • Senior Holiday Luncheon: Financially support the Annual Senior Holiday Luncheon to keep price affordable for seniors while providing a classy, high-quality experience.
  • Science Camp Pop-up Tents: Purchased pop-up tents for the Open Space Science camp to continue through the rainy season and provide shade for summer programs. 
  • ESS Air Purifiers: Purchased 22 Air Purifiers for ESS Classrooms to help keep students and staff safe through the cold months.
  • Staff Thank-You Cookies: A thank you for all the hard work during 2020 to the staff for keeping things running. LARPD Foundation offered a sweet treat from Campbell's Bakeshop to all the staff.
  • Bike Repair Station at Sunken Gardens Skate Park: Partnered with Superfly Wheels Bike Shop, LARPD, and the Livermore Bike Park Facebook Group to install a new Bike Repair Station at Sunken Gardens Skate Park. 
  • Virtual Programming Equipment: Awarded grant from East Bay Community Energy to fund equipment to enhance virtual programming during COVID-19 and beyond with microphones, lighting, tri-pods, and more. See some of the work at the LARPD Youtube Channel.
  • Bird Guide: Funded Birds of Sycamore Grove Field Guide
  • Sycamore Grove Trail Map: Funded Sycamore Grove Trail Maps
  • Memorial Bench, Tree, and Picnic Table Program: Facilitated 44 memorial benches (since 1998) and 66 memorial trees (since 1991) throughout our Livermore Area parks and open space with several more trees, benches, and picnic tables preparing for installation.

We are thankful for your continued support! 

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How to Support the LARPD Foundation

There are multiple ways to support the LARPD Foundation and the work we do in our community. 

Pay Pal Donation 

The Foundation actively seeks donations and volunteers to help support recreation programs and services throughout the District. 

Your generous donation is a meaningful investment and has an everlasting positive impact on our community.

DONATE

Become a Foundation Member 

Details: 

  • Annual Membership Fee: $100
  • Memberships valid 1-year from date of purchase

Why Become A Member?

It's Good For The Community

  • Support parents with quality, affordable care for kids.
  • Support healthy kids and promote a connection to nature with science programs
  • Support senior engagement through meals, programs, trips, and classes
  • Support youth local sports for all ages
  • Support Ranger programs to encourage lifelong environmental education
  • Provide opportunities for socialization, recreation, and enjoyment of open space

It's Good For The You!

  • Sycamore Grove Park parking pass.
  • 4 free passes to Open Recreation Swim at the Robert Livermore Aquatics Center or May Nissen Swim Center.
  • Free Member-Only special events and park tours.

How To Become A Member

PayPal

​​​​​​If paying via PayPal, debit or credit card:

  1. Enter $100 in the amount field
  2. In the notes section please include your name, address phone number, email address and indicate that your $100 is for your membership.

We will mail you your membership card.

Become A Member Using Paypal

 

Pay by Check

If paying by check: 

  1. Please fill out the form
    1. LARPD Foundation Membership Application (1).pdf 
  2. Print it out
  3. Make out the check to: LARPD Foundation
  4. Mail the form and the check to:  

LARPD Foundation
P. O. Box 3403
Livermore, CA 94551

 

 

Donate By Mail 

Mailed Donations:

Financial donations are made payable to LARPD Foundation and may be mailed to:

LARPD Foundation
P.O. Box 3403
Livermore, California
94551. 

Donate Your Vehicle 

Vehicle Donations are a unique and impactful giving option that helps the LARPD Foundation support our mission. Your unwanted car, truck, boat, motorcycle, SUV or even plane can be accepted as a donation. Your generosity qualifies for a tax deduction and we’ll do all the heavy lifting. The pick-up is free and we’ll schedule it during a time that’s convenient for you. 

Call 855-500-RIDE (7433) now or click the button below to donate your car. 

DONATE

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Testimonials

 “I would like to thank LARPD for all the programs they offer especially to the Latino community. My son and daughter are very happy for the classes they have been taking. These classes help them be more independent. Thank you, I really appreciate everything you are doing.”

“Quiero agrudecer a LARPD por los programas que nos ofrecen y en especial a la comunidad Latina. Mi hijo esta muy contento por las clases que ha tomado y mi hija tambien, les ha hecho mucho bien porgue se hacer mus independientes. Muchas grucias por todo se los agradezco de Coruzon.”

-Malinalli, Community Support Program Parent

“My family is grateful for the LARPD program. This help was very useful because it helped pay for programs for my children and to qualify at a low cost. Because in this country, we have a lot of bills to pay, and with this program, our children have more opportunities to participate in the programs in our community. The truth is it is not only useful for me; it’s useful for many families.”

"Mi familia esta agredicida por el programa LARPD fue muy util esta ayuda por que ayuda a pagar programas. A mis hijos y poder calificar para estas becas a bajo costo por que la verdad Si ayuda a uno por que este pais tiene uno muchos billes que pagar y has: nuestros hijos tienen mas oportunidad de buscar mas actividades en nuestra comunidad y pues la verdad no nada mas a mi es utili sino a muchas familias mas." 
-Josefina, Community Support Program Parent

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