The Assistance League of Capistrano Valley was honored to receive a $7,500 grant from Orange County Supervisor  Katrina Foley. Because we believe in putting dollars to work where they matter most, our chapter proudly matched the $7,500, allowing us to award a total of $15,000 to the AVID program at Dana Hills High School. The majority of the $15,000 investment will go towards: • Teacher training to ensure the program is implemented with excellence • College field trips so students can see—and believe in—their future firsthand Our Igniting Potential philanthropy was established in 2023 to support the AVID program at San Clemente High School. The following year, the program was expanded to include San Juan Hills high School and Dana Hills High School in 2026.  So what is AVID? AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a nationally recognized college readiness program designed to support students who have the drive to succeed but may need additional academic structure, mentorship, and guidance to become first-generation college graduates. AVID helps students develop critical thinking skills, organization, time management, and confidence—preparing them for college and career success. This is how change happens. Public partnership. Local commitment. Direct investment in students. We’re proud to stand behind programs that open doors and create opportunity. The impact of this gift will extend far beyond the classroom. 🎓