Valle Monte League

Christmas Tree Elegance

 VALLE MONTE LEAGUE

SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH SINCE 1950

Valle Monte League is a volunteer-driven South Bay nonprofit that raises funds and builds community partnerships to support local mental health programs and services.

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FOUR STAR CHARITY NAVIGATOR RATING

Valle Monte League has earned Charity Navigator’s Four-Star rating for accountability and financial transparency.

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 UPCOMING EVENTS

BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER

Throughout the year, Valle Monte League hosts events with the support of local partners to raise funds for mental health programs.

SUNDAY · OCTOBER 25
Trick or Treat Trail

A family-friendly fall celebration at the historic Winchester Mystery House benefitting Valle Monte League.

THURSDAY · NOVEMBER 12
Sip and Shop at Romi Boutique

Enjoy an afternoon of shopping and giving back at Romi Boutique, one of our Christmas Tree Elegance Fashion Show partners.

Valle Monte League's Christmas Tree Elegance guests enthusiastically supporting mental health agencies in the South Bay
FRIDAY · DECEMBER 4
A Vegas Noël

Christmas Tree Elegance, our signature holiday fundraiser, brings together friends, fashion, entertainment, auction and giving all in support of mental health.

OUR PARTNER AGENCIES

SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH IN THE COMMUNITY

Valle Monte League is proud to partner with nonprofit organizations whose work spans Alzheimer’s care, caregiver support, veteran healing, and assistance for families of children with special needs.

Hearts and Minds Activity Center
Hearts & Minds Activity Center
Hearts & Minds Activity Center

Valle Monte League has supported Hearts & Minds Activity Center since 1986 — one of our most enduring and cherished partnerships. The Center provides therapeutic day programs and respite care for adults with Alzheimer’s and related conditions, while also offering childcare, family support, and intergenerational programming.

Serving approximately 75 individuals each day and reaches nearly 200 unique clients annually, while supporting more than 550 family members.

Operation Freedom Paws
Operation Freedom Paws Veteran with Dog
Operation Freedom Paws

Operation Freedom Paws (OFP) pairs rescued dogs with veterans, first responders, children, and others with disabilities through a 48-week service dog training program — provided entirely free of charge. Licensed therapists are embedded throughout the program, offering trauma-informed counseling, group therapy, and individual support alongside every step of training.

More than 75% of OFP’s active clients are veterans, and the organization has documented a 71% reduction in suicidal ideation among program participants.

Parents Helping Parents support groups for caregivers and families
Parents Helping Parent child with a disability with two parents
Parents Helping Parents

Parents Helping Parents (PHP) provides free, professionally facilitated support groups for parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities, developmental delays, or special health care needs. Groups are led by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and offered in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese pilot program — creating a trusted space for connection, resilience, and shared learning.

Approximately 150 individuals are served annually, with 62% of services reaching low-income communities.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

GET INVOLVED WITH VALLE MONTE LEAGUE

There are many ways to be part of our mission to support mental health in our community.

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Thank you for partnering with us at Valle Monte League’s Christmas Tree Elegance! 🎄

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Meet Izalina Pegler, our first featured Christmas Tree Elegance Designer! 🎄

Izalina has been a valued member of Valle Monte League since 2023 and has been designing trees for Christmas Tree Elegance since she joined. 

We can't wait to see what she creates for Christmas Tree Elegance this year, A Vegas Noël, it's sure going to be a sight to see! 

Please join us in getting to know Izalina and celebrating the talent, heart, and holiday magic she brings to this wonderful event! 

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With sincere appreciation, we thank our valued advertisers like Lima & Campagna Mortuaries for their partnership and commitment to community. 🫶🏼🎄

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💚 Mental Health Monday 

This week is Mental Illness Week, a time to increase understanding, reduce stigma, and remind those who may be struggling that they are not alone.

Mental health challenges can affect anyone-friends, family members, coworkers, and even those who seem to have it all together. While we may not always know what someone is carrying, we can choose to lead with kindness, compassion and understanding. 

A simple act of checking in, listening without judgement, or offering support can make a meaningful difference. 

At Valle Monte League we are proud to support our agencies that provide recourses, hope, and care to individuals and families throughout our community.

Together, let's continue the conversation, break down stigma, and create a world where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. 

#vallemonteleague #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmonday #supporteachother #strongertogether
Joyce Raney, you made the Nice List! Thank you for your generous support of Valle Monte League’s Christmas Tree Elegance. ✍🏻📜🎄

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#heartsandmindssj
#opfreedompaws
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Our sponsors are the best! Thank you Carolyn and Dave Anderson for your generous support of Valle Monte League’s Christmas Tree Elegance. 🤩🎄

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#ValleMonteLeague 
#heartssupportingmentalhealth
#heartsandmindssj
#opfreedompaws
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