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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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One School, One Book: Schooled
NEF and the Pollard PTC co-funded this grant, which gave each student and teacher a copy of the summer reading book Schooled by Gordon Korman. Tamatha Bibbo, Pollard Principal and grant writer said, “We had a team of teachers work incredibly hard over the summer to...
NEF Awards $69,230 in Spring 2015 Small Grants
The Needham Education Foundation has awarded 15 grants totaling $69,230 in its recent small grants cycle, with programs for student enrichment, parents, and teacher training. Spring 2015 grants include funding for: A 5-lecture series for parents of elementary and...
2015 Spelling Bee
A Repeat Victory at the 25th Annual NEF Spelling Bee! On Sunday, March 13th, the Needham community came together to test their spelling prowess at the 25th annual Needham Education Foundation Spelling Bee. Over 40 teams participated, including elementary, middle and...
Thank You to our 2026 Partners in Education!
Valedictorian Sponsor
Head of the Class Sponsor
Star Student Sponsor
2026-2027 Grant Deadlines
Apply for a grant to fund an innovative or enriching project that will benefit the Needham Public Schools.
Fall: Oct 16, 2026
Winter: Jan 15, 2027
Spring: Apr 9, 2027
