Peninsula Family Service, A Leading Nonprofit Organization Dedicated to Strengthening Communities Across the Peninsula, Announces Year-long Celebration of its 75th Anniversary

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Peninsula Family Service (PFS) announces a year-long celebration of its 75th anniversary, marking its legacy of community service since 1950. The nonprofit organization, serving San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, reaches over 10,000 neighbors annually through more than 45 programs focused on early learning, financial empowerment, older adult support, and employment services.

The celebration includes several major events throughout 2025:

• March 8: Disco & Diamonds Gala at Rosewood Sand Hill
• May 1: 75th Birthday Party at San Mateo County Historical Museum
• July 19: Community Picnic
• September 25: Annual Thought Leader Series on AI's societal impact
• October 20: Celebrity Golf Tournament at Palo Alto Hills Country Club

CEO Heather Cleary emphasizes the organization's continued commitment to evolving and innovating while ensuring community support for the next 75 years and beyond.

SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Peninsula Family Service (PFS), a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and families across the Peninsula, is proud to announce a year-long celebration marking its 75th anniversary. Since 1950, PFS has been a trusted community partner, providing essential services that enable community members to lead healthy, stable lives.

Over the past seven and a half decades, PFS has expanded to offer more than 45 programs and services, reaching over 10,000 neighbors annually in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. These programs encompass early learning, financial empowerment, older adult support, and employment services, all designed to help individuals realize their full potential. As the organization marks this achievement, it remains committed to expanding access to resources that build stronger communities for the next 75 years and beyond.

"This milestone is a celebration of the partnerships and people who have made our impact possible," said Heather Cleary, CEO of Peninsula Family Service. "As we look ahead, we do so with the same determination that has guided us from the start. Our mission continues—evolving, innovating, and ensuring that everyone who walks through our doors finds the support they need to thrive."

A Year of Celebration

The year-long celebration will feature a series of events and initiatives designed to honor PFS's history. Kicking off the festivities, the Hillsborough Auxiliary to Peninsula Family Service (HAPFS) will host a Disco & Diamonds Gala in support of PFS on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Rosewood Sand Hill in Menlo Park, CA. The evening will feature cocktails at 6:00 pm, followed by dinner and a live auction at 7:00 pm, and dancing at 9:00 pm. Explore Tickets and information.

Following the gala, PFS will host a series of events throughout the year:

• May 1: 75th Birthday Party – PFS is celebrating 50 years of impact at the San Mateo County Historical Museum.  Learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
• July 19: 75th Anniversary Community Picnic – A family-friendly gathering bringing together community members, partners, and supporters. Explore sponsorship opportunities.
• September 25: Annual Thought Leader Series: Transforming Society with Artificial Intelligence: Opportunity and Challenge – The 10^th PFS Thought Leader Series will feature expert discussions on AI's impact on employment, financial access, and ethics. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
• October 20: 75th Golf Tournament – PFS is hosting a celebrity golf tournament on Monday, October 20 at the Palo Alto Hills Country Club in support of essential community programs. Sponsorship opportunities and registration.

For more information on the 75th Anniversary events, please visit https://peninsulafamilyservice.org/75-years/.

About Peninsula Family Service

Peninsula Family Service (PFS) strengthens communities across San Mateo and Santa Clara counties by providing children, families, and older adults with the support and tools to realize their full potential and lead healthy, stable lives. As one of the largest providers of infant, toddler, and preschool programs in the region, PFS also offers services in early childhood development, financial empowerment, employment services, and older adult support, ensuring that people at every stage of life have access to opportunities that help them thrive. Established in 1950, PFS has remained a trusted community partner, dedicated to fostering stability, opportunity, and well-being for the individuals and families it serves. For more information, visit www.peninsulafamilyservice.org. 

Contact: Koren Temple Perry
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
Ktemple-perry@pfso.org
650.403.4300 Ext. 4417

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FAQ

What events are planned for Peninsula Family Service's 75th anniversary celebration in 2025?

PFS has planned five major events: Disco & Diamonds Gala (March 8), 75th Birthday Party (May 1), Community Picnic (July 19), Thought Leader Series on AI (September 25), and Celebrity Golf Tournament (October 20).

How many people does Peninsula Family Service serve annually in the Peninsula region?

Peninsula Family Service serves over 10,000 neighbors annually across San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.

What are the main service areas of Peninsula Family Service's programs?

PFS focuses on four main service areas: early learning, financial empowerment, older adult support, and employment services.

When and where is the Peninsula Family Service Disco & Diamonds Gala taking place?

The Disco & Diamonds Gala is taking place on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Rosewood Sand Hill in Menlo Park, CA, starting with cocktails at 6:00 PM.

How many programs does Peninsula Family Service currently operate?

Peninsula Family Service operates more than 45 programs and services across the Peninsula region.

What is the topic of PFS's 10th Annual Thought Leader Series in September 2025?

The 10th Annual Thought Leader Series will focus on 'Transforming Society with Artificial Intelligence: Opportunity and Challenge,' discussing AI's impact on employment, financial access, and ethics.