The Needham Education Foundation raises funds and awards grants to promote innovation and excellence in education for Needham public school students.

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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: 25 Years of Making Learning Come Alive

In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the NEF hosted a weekend of events to commemorate this milestone.  Pancake Breakfast Many families, former NEF board members, and community members enjoyed a delicious pancake breakfast co-hosted by the Rotary Club of Needham....

2014-2015 NEF Large Grant Awards Announced

The Needham Education Foundation (NEF) announced the recipients of its 2014-2015 Large Grants at the School Committee meeting on January 20th. Two grants totaling over $25,000 were awarded. One grant supports a 1:1 iPad program in the Language Based Classroom at Eliot...

Greater Boston Project Offers Alternative to Seniors at NHS

Needham High School will once again offer the Greater Boston Project course for seniors. The GBP is a full-year, accelerated-level course worth eight credits (4 English, 2 social studies, 2 mathematics). This interdisciplinary class, entering its third year, has drawn...

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.

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