The foundation supports the Great Valley Museum, to promote the educational goals of all students, to serve the broader community, and to generate financial support for and increase awareness of science to the public, in support of programs, and activities of Modesto Junior College, particularly as they relate to the appreciation and understanding of natural history.The Foundation is a nonprofit public benefit corporation and is not organized for the private gain of any person. It is organized under the Nonprofit Corporation Law of California

("California Nonprofit Corporation Law") for public and charitable purposes.

2018-2019 Board of Directors

President - Diana Loomis

Vice President - Larry Hockenberry

Treasurer - Dr. Andree "Dree" Thomas

Secretary - James McAndrews

Jodi Karambela

Tim Fisher

Joyce Stetler

Martha Carter-Bhatti Ph.D.

Dr. Deborah Martin

Denise McReynolds

Jeff Kahler DVM