Who We Are
Supporting Menlo Park City School District schools for over 40 years!
Established in 1982, the Menlo Park-Atherton Education Foundation (MPAEF) seeks to enable the Menlo Park City School District (MPCSD) to provide an exceptional education to students at Encinal, Laurel, Oak Knoll and Hillview schools. Working with parents, local businesses, community members, and the District, we raise money to pay for high-quality teachers, a comprehensive educational program, and teaching innovation beyond what is possible with public dollars alone.
The MPAEF is a California non-profit, public benefit corporation. It is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c) (3) of the US Internal Revenue Code. Our Federal Tax I.D. number is 94-2871701. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.
Our Commitment, Our Supporters
The Foundation is committed to conducting its fundraising in a manner that enhances a positive sense of community, fosters cooperation among all District organizations, and increases awareness of the need for private funds for public education.
MPAEF actively connects with parents, local businesses, and community members to solicit support for our annual fundraising goals and the MPAEF Endowment for Excellence in Teaching.
Anyone can support our kids, educators, and schools by giving to the Foundation and also by getting involved. We thank all of the parents, family members, teachers, staff, businesses, and community members who have done so this year—and over the past four decades!
Board Members and Office Staff
The Menlo Park-Atherton Education Foundation is a nonprofit organization led by district parent volunteers who raise funds to support innovation and education excellence for students at Encinal, Laurel, Oak Knoll, and Hillview. Board members include parent representatives from each school site and their dedication and support ensure that the Foundation is able to keep its expenses to a minimum. Our current MAPEF Board is comprised of over 60 parent volunteers.
The MPAEF office is staffed by a small and mighty team of 4 staff:
Carrie Chen, Executive Director
Kendall Hofstetter, Operations Manager
Kim Drury, Data Specialist
Emily Robinson, Event Specialist
Learn more about the Menlo Park City School District.