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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
Sigh/Omelas
A one-man show, written and performed by actor Steve Kidd, was performed for 406 students in eighth grade at the Pollard Middle School. The play was originated by Steve following several summers of work at a camp for HIV-positive children. He wrote the play in an...
Fall 2013 Small Grants Announced
We’re pleased to announce that the NEF awarded over $60,000 in funding to 21 grant applicants this fall. Through these grants, Needham students are learning from visiting authors and dancers in residence, a program to teach high school students to create stained glass...
James Rojas/Urban Planner
James Rojas, an activist, artist, and urban planner, came to Broadmeadow School for a week-long art and design residency involving the entire Broadmeadow community. Rojas travels the world engaging ordinary people, young and old, in the planning process through “build...
Thank You to our 2026 Partners in Education!
Valedictorian Sponsor
Head of the Class Sponsor
Star Student Sponsor
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