Inspiring Curiosity Through Arts and Nature
Siesta Valley is a unique outdoor classroom where arts, science, and nature come together. Through partnerships with educators, artists, and environmental organizations, the Foundation creates hands-on learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and discovery.
College students surveyed plants and wildlife throughout the property, combining hands-on environmental science with valuable biodiversity documentation.
In partnership with East Bay Municipal Utility District, elementary students explored water conservation through interactive activities and a performance by Grammy-winning Alphabet Rockers.
A monthly partnership with Friends of the Orinda Nature Area introduces young people to ecology, conservation, and scientific observation through hands-on exploration.
Future initiatives include summer music and theater camps, expanded environmental education, and BowlWorks, a proposed workforce development program introducing young people to careers in live-event production and venue operations.
Fund a Need
BowlWorks pilot — $50,000
Citizen science — $25,000
Summer camps — $100,000
Artist master classes — $10,000
School visits — $10,000
Support teaching artists, supplies, scholarships, equipment and transportation.
Explore all funding opportunitiesThere are many ways to support Siesta Valley, from volunteering and attending programs to becoming a sustaining member or making a charitable gift.
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