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HONORING GAMBLE GARDEN AS 2026 OUTSTANDING NONPROFIT
WHEREAS, the Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce and the Palo Alto Weekly annually present the Tall Tree
Awards to recognize individuals, nonprofits, and businesses that have made exceptional civic contributions and
demonstrated outstanding service to the Palo Alto community; and
WHEREAS, the Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden is a treasured nonprofit institution in Palo Alto, serving as a
historic home and two-and-a-half-acre public garden that is open and accessible to the public; and
WHEREAS, originally gifted to the City of Palo Alto in 1981 by Elizabeth Frances Gamble, the garden has
become a place of beauty, learning, and civic pride, sustained by a dedicated nonprofit foundation and supported
by hundreds of volunteers contributing thousands of hours annually; and
WHEREAS, through its mission to maintain and enhance the historic property as a community resource for
horticultural education, inspiration, and enjoyment, Gamble Garden enriches the lives of residents and visitors
alike by providing a wide range of educational programs, community events, and volunteer opportunities that
foster environmental stewardship, promote lifelong learning, and create meaningful connections across
generations; and
WHEREAS, as a free and welcoming public space, Gamble Garden stands as a symbol of community
collaboration, historic preservation, and the shared value of accessible green spaces in the City of Palo Alto; and
NOW, THEREFORE I, Vicki Veenker, Mayor of the City of Palo Alto, do hereby recognize and honor
the Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden as the recipient of the 2026 Tall Tree Award for Outstanding Nonprofit, and
extend my sincere appreciation for its outstanding service and lasting impact on our community.
Presented: April 16, 2026S
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Vicki Veenker
Mayor
Proclamation