The Austin Val Verde Foundation Local Projects...

Austin Val Verde Foundation Cares for Montecito Creek:

The Austin Val Verde Foundation creates a collaborative program with Santa Barbara Fish and Game, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, and establishes refuge pools for the endangered species of Steelhead Trout in the Montecito Creek.    See more about Montecito Creek 

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Cultural Landscapes Collaboratory
Educational Research & Inquiry (CLCERI) :

The Austin Val Verde Foundation is our Intellectual Campus, or hub, that supports our innovative programs that include students and adults learning to become ‘cultural guides/docents’ who navigate for guests the social-cultural context of AVVF; students, families and teachers interacting with and learning from distinguished local and global artists, authors and scientists. A hallmark of our Collaboratory is our Invitational Summer Institute where teacher-researchers, many National Writing Project fellows, graduate students and university faculty convene to explore their professional knowledges and learn professionally by developing joint research projects.      See more about Dr. Cultural Landscapes Collaboratory 

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Professional Development:

The Austin Val Verde Foundation recognizes the real need for professionals to gather in an esthetic environment for renewal and intellectual stimulation. As this need aligns perfectly with the original design intent of the spaces at AVV, the experience for professionals has proven to be very successful.       See more about Professional Development