Saratoga is home to a well-connected community of residents and business owners, which is one of the many reasons Saratoga is such an attractive place to live. Much of the community engagement in Saratoga is due to the wide variety of community organizations that accommodate almost any interest or skill set. If you are interested in getting involved and learning more about the community groups in Saratoga, please browse through the list of organizations below.

City of Saratoga Commissions

The City of Saratoga has several Commissions that serve the public on a variety of issues. Residents interested in applying for a Commission can learn more by clicking here.

Friends of the Saratoga Libraries

The Friends of the Saratoga Libraries is a community support group comprised of residents and library patrons with a shared interest in the Saratoga Library. This group runs the Book-Go-Round located at 14410 Oak Street, services as a voice for library supporters, helps to maintain a high level of library services, and provides funding for materials, furniture, and personnel. For more information, visit http://www.fslonline.org/.

Hakone Garden

Hakone Gardens is one the largest residential Japanese gardens in the United States. Residents can support the Gardens by volunteer or purchasing a membership. For more information, visit http://www.hakone.com/.

Heritage Tree Society of Saratoga

The Heritage Tree Society of Saratoga is dedicated to protecting, preserving and recognizing significant trees in the City. Opportunities to volunteer are available as needed for occasional meetings, hikes, education, and selecting our most impressive specimens. Information can be found at http://www.heritagetreesofsaratoga.org/

KSAR15

KSAR15 is Saratoga’s Community Access channel and provides residents with news and information relevant to their community. The television channel is run by a volunteer board and is always looking for volunteers, new Board members, and donors to help with station needs. For more information, visit http://www.ksar15.org/home/index.php.

League of Women Voters

The League of Women Voters is a diversified nonpartisan political group of men and men encouraging the informed and active participation of citizens in government. The League of Women Voters influences public policy through education and advocacy. For more information, visit http://sclaraco.ca.lwvnet.org/

Lions Club

The Lions Club is a group of civic minded business people dedicated to the well being of the community. Membership is by invitation.

Local School Booster Clubs

Contact your local school to learn more about how you can help with sports, arts, music, and more!

Muko, Japan Sister City

Help support the Muko Sister City group, receive early notification of group trips to Japan and other countries, hold periodic events & cultural exchanges, and coordinate student exchange programs. To become a volunteer or Muko Sister City member, contact Peter Marra at (408) 741-1551.

Rotary Club of Saratoga

Rotary Club of Saratoga was formed in 1955 by Richard “Dusty” Rhodes. This group forms its membership by invitation and is focused on civic service. http://www.saratogarotary.org/index.shtml

Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council (SASCC)

The Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council provides local senior services housed in City of Saratoga Senior Center at 19655 Allendale Avenue. SASCC has opportunities for new members, volunteers and donors. For more information, visit http://www.sascc.org/ or call (408)868-1257.

Saratoga Chamber of Commerce

Saratoga business owners are encouraged to join the City’s Chamber of Commerce to help increase retail and commercial activity in the City and support the City’s business community. For more information, visit http://www.saratogachamber.org/.

Saratoga Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)

Help keep Saratoga prepared for any disaster or emergency situation by taking part in CERT training and becoming part of the Saratoga Community Emergency Response Team member. For more information contact Jim Yoke at (408) 868-1294 or sccfd_esc@yahoo.com.

Saratoga Foothill Club

The Saratoga Foothill Club is a women’s civic service group that is over 100 years old. http://www.foothillclub.org/info.shtml

Saratoga Historical Foundation and Saratoga Museum

The Saratoga Historical Foundation was established in 1962 and has become a wonderful community asset. The Saratoga Historical Foundation offers a variety of educational programs and runs the Saratoga Museum and McWilliams House. The Foundation is always looking for new members and volunteers. For more information, visit http://www.saratogahistory.com/ or call (408) 867-4311.

Saratoga Monte Sereno Community Foundation

The Saratoga Monte Sereno Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that was established to improve the quality of life in the Saratoga-Monte Sereno area by partnering with the community to strengthen local facilities, services, events, and organizations. For more information about supporting or donating to the Saratoga Monte Sereno Community Foundation, visit http://www.smscf.org/index.html.

Saratoga Serves

Each spring, Saratoga's faith-based community works together to serve the City. Saratoga Serves includes a variety of projects, from community cleanups to food drives to rotating shelters. For more information, visit http://www.saratogaserves.org/index.html.

Saratoga Village Development Council (SVDC)

The Saratoga Village Development Council (SVDC) is a networking group of merchants and residents who promote the businesses of the historic Village to the citizens of Saratoga and the surrounding communities. The group encourages and welcomes all interested persons to attend planning meetings held on the second and last Tuesday of each month in the Village. Opportunities to volunteer at nine events throughout the year can be found at the group website, www.saratogavillage.info.

Villa Montalvo

Montalvo is a nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging the community through global talent, forging meaningful connections between art, artists, and the community. For more information about volunteering or membership opportunities, visit http://montalvoarts.org/.

Village Gardeners

The goal of this volunteer group is to help clean up the Saratoga Village and ensure the landscaping is well maintained. Village Gardeners remove weeds, deadhead all flowers lining the sidewalks, sweep leaves, and water plants. The group meets Tuesday mornings at Big Basin Cafe located at 14471 Big Basin Way. For more information contact Jill Hunter, jhunter95070@yahoo.com.

Volunteer Saratoga

For over twenty years, the City of Saratoga has welcomed volunteers as an important part of providing excellent services to City residents. Volunteer Saratoga

West Valley Green Leaf Committee

The West Valley Green Leaf Committee is a local environmental community group comprised of residents and community partners from Los Gatos, Monte Sereno and Saratoga who are working for a more environmentally sustainable future. They work with the community and the local cities to support individual change for more sustainable practices. For more information, visit www.westvalleygreenleaf.com or email marcjensen@mac.com.