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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.
News from the NEF
Greater Boston Project cited as example of excellence by State Secretary of Education
State Secretary of Education, Matt Malone, cites the NEF-funded Greater Boston Project course at NHS as the future of what a senior year should look like. See the entire article in the Boston Globe: Greater Boston Project Accolades.
$50,000 Grant from the Needham Education Foundation Launches “Da Vinci Workshop” at Needham High School
The Needham Education Foundation (NEF) is awarding a $50,000 grant to fund the “Da Vinci Workshop,” a lab space for hands-on learning and technological creativity at Needham High School. The grant honors the 25th anniversary of the NEF and continues the...
Summer Learning Loss Presentation a Hit with Parents
“Summer learning loss” was explored before a standing-room-only crowd at a free NEF-sponsored panel on May 13th. Local experts provided data about summertime loss and offered practical suggestions for keeping skills sharp in math (bring playing cards to the beach or...
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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