Community

Supporting the Organizations That Make Our Community Strong

Dutch Goose supports Menlo Park and the surrounding Peninsula through active sponsorships and donations for youth sports, local schools, and first responders. For decades, we have been more than just a local sports bar; we are a gathering place dedicated to uplifting the people and organizations that strengthen our neighborhoods. Our commitment is rooted in hands-oninvolvement, from cooking burgers at fundraisers to providing essential gear for our local heroes.

Our Giving Focus

Investing in the Future of the Peninsula

Alpine Little League youth baseball team poses with coaches on a grassy field, players in green uniforms holding gloves under trees

Youth Sports

Teamwork and confidence are built on the field. We proudly support Alpine Little League, Menlo-Atherton Pop Warner, AYSO Soccer, and local high school athletics at Menlo-Atherton and Woodside.

Menlo Atherton High School
Football • Baseball • Wrestling

Redwood City Pop Warner 49ers Football
20 plus years we have raised funds for pads, helmets, player scholarships

Menlo Atherton Pop Warner Vikings Football

Alpine Little League Baseball
Majors • Minors • PCL • Coach Pitch

AYSO Soccer

Corte Madera Basketball

Woodside High School
Softball

Sacred Heart Schools
Baseball

St. Francis High School
Football

Stanford
Women's Basketball • Baseball • Football

Palo Alto Lacrosse

Palo Alto Babe Ruth

Juniors Soccer League

Menlo Park Softball League

Children stand side by side holding a handmade banner reading "Thank You Dutch Goose!!!" with colorful clothing visible below the sign

Education

We believe a thriving community starts with learning. Our support extends to the Peninsula College Fund and local schools, including Oak Knoll, Hillview, La Entrada, and Sacred Heart. We're proud to support learning at every level, including:

Peninsula College Fund

Corte Madera School

Los Lomitas School

La Entrada Middle School

Phillips Brooks School

Menlo Atherton High School

Sacred Heart Schools

Menlo Schools

Encinal School

Trinity Elementary School

Woodside High School

Laurel School

Hillview School

Carillon Preschool

Windmill School

Lady of Mount Carmel School

Oak Knoll Elementary School

Nativity School

Valley Presbyterian Church PVTC

St Raymond Schools

Police dog wearing a tactical vest waits by a door at night, with humorous overlaid text about going inside if dad isn't back soon

First Responders

We are honored to serve those who protect us. We support the Menlo Park Fire Department, the San Mateo County Sheriff, and canine units with safety equipment. Our support includes:

San Mateo County Sheriff

Bulletproof vests for canine units

Car door safety devices to protect police dogs

Navy Seals

Menlo Park Fire Department

Youth baseball team in matching Dutch Goose uniforms poses outdoors with coaches, holding an Alpine Little League T-Ball sign.

White and black Palo Alto Ducks T-shirts shown front, back, and side, featuring Duck Goose graphics and "Duck, Dutch, Goose" text.

How We Give Back

Our contributions take many forms — not just checks. Depending on the organization and event, support may include:

• Sponsoring team jerseys featuring Dutch Goose branding
• Cooking burgers for fundraisers (including events serving 400+ burgers)
• Donating Dutch Goose merchandise for silent auctions
• Hosting fundraising parties right here at the restaurant

This hands-on approach allows us to stay connected and make a meaningful impact.