Cabrillo Education Foundation

Cabrillo Education Foundation CEF was founded in 2006 with a mission of funding innovative programs that give all Coastside public school students an opportunity to thrive.

Core Values

The Cabrillo Education Foundation (CEF) will serve as a trusted steward of the coastside community by adhering to a clear set of core values that will guide our focus, actions, and decision-making. Service to Community: We are committed to serving our community by supporting the financial and institutional needs of our public school system. We are inclusive and reflective of the needs

of the coastside, and embrace the diversity of our community. Transparency: We are accessible, responsive, and make information about our work and funding priorities readily available to the community. We are open, honest, and forthcoming in all our work and actively seek public input in our decision-making. Sustainability: We manage our resources wisely and are dedicated to making long-term sustainable contributions to the coastside. Our actions and decision-making include a clear priority on ensuring the benefits of our work are lasting and form the basis of a long-term investment in our public school system. Collaboration: We build collaborative ventures across the coastside community to provide the best possible outcome for our students. We work with parents, teachers, administrators, and students, as well as public entities and non-profit organizations, to find the best possible ways to serve the educational needs of our community. Innovation: We encourage and welcome an atmosphere of learning, discovery, and innovation. We are flexible and open to creative solutions benefiting our students. We encourage a culture creativity fun, and community engagement, and intend to meet our challenges with an optimistic and forward-looking attitude.

Welcome, Emmett! We’re thrilled to welcome Emmett Phelan as CEF’s new Executive Director! With 20+ years in youth educ...
09/02/2026

Welcome, Emmett! 

We’re thrilled to welcome Emmett Phelan as CEF’s new Executive Director! With 20+ years in youth education and nonprofit leadership, including as ED of the Grattan After School Program in SF, Emmett brings a deep commitment to making sure every child has access to a great education.
In his words: “I have worked in youth education for the past 20+ years, and I am deeply committed to ensuring every child has access to high-quality education. Corrine has set a high standard of excellence that I will seek to continue.”
Welcome to the Coastside, Emmett!

Here is what Pat Mann, who is the chairperson for the Kings Mountain Art Fair children’s area, had to say about working ...
08/24/2026

Here is what Pat Mann, who is the chairperson for the Kings Mountain Art Fair children’s area, had to say about working with Christina to get volunteers!
“When I contacted her a month ago, she responded to me immediately even though she was on summer vacation. She guided me in what would be the best date available and booked it immediately. She provided me with a perfect location. Anecdotally, she had set-up her computer on the larger table and when she saw how many displays I had, she quickly relinquished her table and moved her things to the smaller table. A gracious host indeed.

Over the hour I was there, I was able to observe a lot of interactions. It is clear that Christina is loved by the faculty and staff and most importantly, the KIDS! She has an upbeat, fun loving, “chill” demeanor that makes everyone feel comfortable. Watching her interact with many different personalitiies with ease highlights her sensitivity and clear perceptions.”
CEF couldn’t be prouder of how this program is supporting students and the community!!
Great work HMBHS Real Life Learning

A Note as I Step Down as CEF’s Executive Director After 7 1/2 years, I’ve decided to step down as Executive Director of ...
08/20/2026

A Note as I Step Down as CEF’s Executive Director 

After 7 1/2 years, I’ve decided to step down as Executive Director of the Cabrillo Education Foundation. The thought of leaving is bittersweet because the role brought me such a sense of joy and fulfillment. 

While raising funds and allocating them was a major part of the job, I don’t measure the time spent in fiscal years but, instead: 
    •    Donor Thank You parties
    •    Coastside Gives days that started before sunrise and went until midnight
    •    Inspired collaboration with our local partners — CUSD, BGCC, the PTOS, the City of HMB, ALAS, CoastPride, and the Mavericks Community Foundation
    •    Eight years of Co****le Tournaments spent with the community on a September weekend
    •    Pumpkin Fest photo booth days sharing the amazement of the winning gourd with both locals and visitors
    •    Looking into the eyes of graduating seniors as they received their Coastside Futures scholarships

I want to thank the teachers who welcomed me into their classrooms so I could see exactly where the Innovation Grant dollars went, and the board members who devoted their free time (lots of it!) to meetings and events because they believe, like I do, that public education on the Coastside needs and deserves community support.

I’m proud of what we built together, and I know I’m leaving CEF in strong, capable hands. To every donor, volunteer, teacher, and family who supported the foundation during my time, thank you for trusting me with it. It has been an honor.

With so much gratitude and hope to see you at Co****le Sept. 26!

Corrine

Looking forward to the new school year 🚀💚🤩
08/09/2026

Looking forward to the new school year 🚀💚🤩

Why do we throw a co****le tournament? 🎯 Swipe through →Because not everyone plays golf. We wanted an event where anyone...
08/09/2026

Why do we throw a co****le tournament? 🎯 Swipe through →
Because not everyone plays golf. We wanted an event where anyone in this community — kids, grandparents, first-timers, competitive family bragging rights and all — could show up and play. No skill required, just show up and toss a bag.
This year, funds from our 8th Annual Co****le Tournament go toward expanding Real Life Learning at Half Moon Bay High School — a program that helps students find service work that actually connects to their passions.
None of this happens without our sponsors, who invest in this community and get a fun, visible platform to grow their own brand right back. 🙌
And here’s the thing: you don’t have to play to matter. Kids’ zone, food trucks, b**r & alcohol vendors — just showing up supports these students.
📅 Saturday, September 26th | 1:00–5:30pm
📍 Pillar Point Harbor
🔗 Link in bio for tickets & registration
****le

Planning in full swing!! This is going to be event better this year, we are looking forward to our 8th Annual Coastside ...
07/16/2026

Planning in full swing!! This is going to be event better this year, we are looking forward to our 8th Annual Coastside Co****le Tournament. Ticket go on sale in August...check back!!

Save The Date! New this year...a SATURDAY event. More food trucks and vendors for you. Same great tournament. Come play for a good cause.

CEF awards at least 16 Scholarships each year to HMBHS grads thanks to the College Futures Foundation. 🎓💚
05/27/2026

CEF awards at least 16 Scholarships each year to HMBHS grads thanks to the College Futures Foundation. 🎓💚

So thankful for our donor support and what fun to be able to give them something too!
05/08/2026

So thankful for our donor support and what fun to be able to give them something too!

05/07/2026

Some CEF donor love!!! Congratulations and Thank You for winning $100 gift card.
🍹🥂

05/06/2026

Please donate during Coastside Gives to expand the Real Life Learning program at Half Moon Bay High School. We love the impact it is having on the students and we know you will too. 💚 donate link in bio

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PO Box 354
Half Moon Bay, CA
94019

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+16502867811

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