MVEF Spring Gala 2025

Celebrating 40 years of MVEF -

A Celebration of Eras! Empowering Students from Gen X to Gen Alpha.

Thank you to our community for making it a such a success.

It takes a village to make the Gala - our biggest fundraiser -
a success!

Thank you to our incredible community for making the ERAS Gala a powerful celebration of MVEF’s 40-year legacy!

Special thanks to Gala co-leads Sraddha Shukla and Alana Kataria-Rennie, our Board, 17 generous sponsors, 100+ auction donors, 30+ student volunteers from Crittenden & Graham middle schools, our talented student musicians and everyone else who made the night possible. Together, we raised nearly $150,000 to support nearly 5,000 MVWSD students!

Because of your support, MVEF can continue funding music, art, hands-on science in elementary schools, smaller class sizes and after school sports in middle schools, and more.

We’re so grateful for your partnership and belief in our mission.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY PARTIES FOR ADULTS & KIDS

BUY OUR LAST FEWW SPOTS TO SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS!

Looking for fun, local adult and kids events and a way to support our students? We've got you covered!

Join fellow MVWSD parents for these amazing community parties - hosted by parents like you, for parents:

Backyard BBQ in Old Mountain View – June 1, 4–6 PM
Pub Trivia Night – Sept 11, 7–9 PM
Wine Tasting Party at Total Wine & More – Jan 24, 2026, 6–8 PM

Kids can join peers at these events:

MV Kids in the Kitchen - Cooking Class for Kids - Calling all young chefs! Come join us for a hands-on community-building cooking class, where kids will learn to create delicious dishes while working together and making new friends. Date tbd.
Mistral Movie Party with Ms O! Friday, May 30 - 5-7:30pm. Mistral parents and alumni, enjoy a Friday evening date night while your kids have a movie party with Ms O!

All proceeds support a well-rounded education for nearly 5,000 local students. Let’s party, cook, and watch a movie with a purpose!

Grab a friend and get your tickets before they’re gone!

Get your spot now

A ONE-OF-A-KIND-AUCTION ITEM!

BID ON A VERY SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY!

THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME?

SUPPORT LOCAL STUDENTS WHILE YOU DO IT.

Please share with anyone thinking of selling their home!

We’re thrilled to feature a truly special Gala auction item: a Complete Home Listing Service Package donated by Dave Keefe, owner of the award-winning Dave Keefe Real Estate Team in Mountain View and Silver Sponsor of the 2025 MVEF Gala.

This exclusive package includes everything you need to prepare, stage, and successfully sell your home - with zero hassle and full service.

The Zero Hassle Listing Package includes:

Professional photography, 3D tour, walkthrough, and floor plan
60 days of professional staging
House and window cleaning
Full-service listing management
Expert negotiations by Certified Negotiation Experts (CNE)

This is a rare opportunity to work with one of the most trusted real estate teams in Silicon Valley - while supporting nearly 5,000 students across the Mountain View Whisman School District.

100% OF PROCEEDS BENEFIT MVEF!

Bidding closes: Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM (PST)

Huge thanks to Dave Keefe and to MVEF Board Member Becca Swett for making this remarkable donation possible.

ABOUT THE DAVE KEEFE REAL ESTATE TEAM

With over 20 years of experience serving
Mountain View and Silicon Valley, Dave and his team are known for top-tier, personalized service in residential real estate. Learn more here.

Bid on Home Listing