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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NEF Wins Massachusetts School Library Association Award
We are honored that the NEF is this year’s recipient of the Massachusetts School Library Association PALS (Parents as Library Supporters) Award. This award honors any parent/teacher group working within a school or district, including PTAs, PTOs, or other...
2018 Spelling Bee
The Olin College Phoenixes Win the Bee and Elementary Round Ends in a Tie! This past Sunday, the Needham community came together to test their spelling prowess at the 27th Annual NEF Spelling Bee. Nearly 40 teams participated, including elementary, middle and high...
NEF Awards Three Large Grants Totaling $33,135
The NEF announced the recipients of three large grants totaling $33,135 at the Needham School Committee on March 6, 2018. Two Needham parents, Carolyn Guttilla and Martha Cohen Barrett, were awarded a grant for the development and execution of a program which aims to:...
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
