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We have migrated to a new website.
The Somerville Education Foundation has grown in capacity and mission. Introducing The Somerville Foundation. We are so grateful for your support and hope you will visit our new webpage by clicking the logo to the right, or by going to www.somerville-foundation.org |
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Our Mission
Basic NeedsPrioritize community resources to ensure that all children and young people are secure in basic needs and are ready to learn.
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Year-Round LearningProvide financial support that will enable all of Somerville's children and young people to benefit from enhanced learning experiences that will put them on a path to success.
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Applied LearningEnsure high school students have the opportunity to access internships, summer jobs, coops, and project-based applied learning opportunities.
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Recent Initiatives
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Focusing on Basic NeedsSEF partnered with Somerville Public Schools, Somerville Food Security Coalition, and Stock Pot Malden to provide hot meals for up to 200 families via the No Kid Hungry program. Additionally, SEF participated in a Coat Drive and collected coats for schools in the Somerville area.
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The Somerville Education Foundation (SEF) had several accomplishments from July 2022 to December 2022, ranging from successful fundraising to organizing youth-targeted efforts.
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Fundraising Efforts
SEF held several fundraising events including partnering with J. Crew at Assembly Square, Pini's Pizza, American Flatbread, Art Beat, Fluff Fest, and the Monster Mash.
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Stephenson Aman AwardsSEF remembered their friend Stephenson Aman through the first annual Stephenson Aman Awards, aimed at those who support Somerville youth on an ongoing basis. The award ceremony took place at Aeronaut in Somerville.
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Innovations in Education
SEF continued with the Innovations in Education program launched in 2020 and had grant requests totaling $37,000. Funds for this effort come from the Star Awards, an initiative enabling students and parents to recognize and appreciate Somerville Public School teachers. Say thank you to a teacher here.
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Teen Centers & Alumni NetworkSEF recognizes the need for a Teen Center and Student Alumni network. The City of Somerville created three temporary teen centers over the summer, but we are working to develop a more permanent solution. We are also working on an SPS alumni platform that will be run by SPS Alumni for SPS Alumni.
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A Special Thank-You to our Generous Sponsors!
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