Founded in 2007, the Carlmont Academic Foundation (CAF) is an integral part of the Carlmont community.

CAF works with parents, local businesses and community members to raise funds to support Carlmont High School and enrich the educational environment for all students beyond what is possible with public dollars.

We fund staffing and academic programs with broad-based, lasting impact.

Picture of Carlmont Instrumental Music student conducting
Photo by Jeff Bartee

Quick facts

CAF is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (Tax ID 26-0325796). All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.

$M
Raised in 2024-2025
Class sections funded
>%
Grants support teacher and staff salaries

Growth in CAF funding
by school year

Chart showing growth in CAF funding by school year

Learn more

What CAF Funds

Strategic Plan 2023-28

Annual Reports

About Our Donors

Considering private schools are ridiculously expensive, and our district has such great schools, supporting our local education foundations, like SchoolForce and CAF, which in turn support our schools, is a no brainer.
Dave Poole & Dana Gerstbacher
Carlmont Parents

Join us

Our team of dedicated parent volunteers serve on CAF’s Board of Directors and provide expertise in a variety of areas, including fundraising, finance, and marketing.