Empty Bowls: A Caring Community

By Ronit Bryant, Former CSA Board Member, Former Mayor of Mountain View On Sunday, April 28, I spent the afternoon at Empty Bowls, CSA’s annual fundraiser for its Homeless Services Program. Homelessness is a continuing and painful crisis in our society, and a critical issue for all of us in the community to help solve.…

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A Closer Look at CSA’s Partnership with MVLA’s AVID Program

By Lynette Gillson, PhD. Partnerships, Work Based Learning, and AVID PEAK Coordinator Mountain View Los Altos HSD Community Services Agency (CSA) has been a consistent and unwavering source of support for our Mountain View Los Altos AVID program since the idea for the partnership sparked three years ago. The AVID program serves historically underrepresented students,…

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Celebrating Moments of Joy: CSA’s Commitment Beyond Groceries

While supporting families through their toughest times, CSA often encounters stories that highlight the resilience and strength of those facing adversity. This story exemplifies CSA’s commitment to not just providing necessities but also fostering moments of joy. A woman, seeking refuge from a domestic violence situation, approached CSA with her children. Recognizing the urgency of…

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