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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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NEF Funds Three Spring Grants Totaling $30,782
At the Needham School Committee meeting last night, the Needham Education Foundation (NEF) announced the recipients of three grants totaling $30,782 in the spring grant cycle. One of the grants represents the second year of a two-year grant in which educators from...
2021 Virtual Trivia Bee
Congratulations to The Chocolate Laser Eye Kittens team for taking first place in the NEF's Virtual Trivia Bee! On Thursday, March 11th, the NEF held its first ever virtual Trivia Bee with 50 teams and nearly 300 participants, hosted by Needham-native Mike “Sarge”...
NEF Awards Nearly $300,000 to Needham Public Schools
At the Needham School Committee meeting on February 23, 2021, Superintendent Daniel E. Gutekanst recognized the Needham Education Foundation (NEF) for its $296,624 grant to Needham Public Schools (NPS). The funding will support the district’s new initiative to expand...
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2025-2026 Grant Deadlines
Apply for a grant to fund an innovative or enriching project that will benefit the Needham Public Schools.
Fall Deadline: Oct 17th
Winter Deadline: Jan 16th
Spring Deadline: Apr 10th