The Needham Education Foundation raises funds and awards grants to promote innovation and excellence in education for Needham public school students.
NEF Gratitude Cards
Purchase Gratitude cards to show your appreciation for a special teacher in your student’s life. All proceeds go to funding grants benefiting students and teachers in the Needham Public Schools.
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$32,125 in Spring Grants Awarded by NEF
The NEF recently awarded five small grants, totaling $22,125, as well as a special, $10,000 grant to help support the Portrait of a Needham Graduate initiative. The $10,000 grant, submitted by Superintendent Daniel Gutekanst, will allow five teachers to participate in...
Congratulations to the 2017-2018 Grant Recipients!
The Needham Education Foundation held its first reception on May 1st at the Eliot School to honor those administrators, teachers, parents, and students who received NEF grants during the 2017-2018 school year. Attendees heard remarks from Dr. Dan Gutekanst,...
Ukuleles at Eliot
Earlier this year, George Vallatini, music teacher at Eliot Elementary School, started implementing the use of ukuleles into his music classrooms. This all-grade-level program was created to provide a richer musical experience for every student at Eliot. The grant...
2024 - 2025 Grant Deadlines
Apply for a grant to fund an innovative or enriching project that will benefit Needham Public Schools students. The Fall Grants deadline is Oct 18th, the Winter Grants deadline is Jan 17th, and the Spring Grants deadline is Apr 11th.
Thank You to our 2024 Partners in Education Sponsors!
Valedictorian Sponsors
Head of the Class Sponsor
Star Student Sponsor
