The Naperville Education Foundation (NEF) raises funds and grants gifts for programs that enhance and enrich the educational experience of Naperville School District 203 students.
As the philanthropic arm of District 203, our mission is to “encourage creativity, innovation and excellence in our students” and our purpose is to support programs that fall outside of traditional public funding.
One such program, solely funded by community donations, is the Annual Grant Awards. Grant applications may be initiated by students, faculty, staff, parents and community members for District 203 projects. Applications are then reviewed by evaluation teams made up of NEF Trustees, District 203 faculty, staff and administration, community members and District retirees.
NEF supports projects that correlate to District 203 curriculum including but not limited to the following six areas: Literacy, Math/Science, Fine Arts, Health/Physical Development, Cultural Studies and General.
Apply between Jan. 1, 2016 and Feb. 1, 2016
The NEF Annual Grant Award Applications will be accepted from January 1, 2016 until February 1, 2016 by 4PM. Applications should be submitted electronically to NEF at nef@naperville203.org. Award decisions will be announced in April 2016.
Grant application forms and instructions are available on our website at www.nef203.org or by emailing nef@naperville203.org.
NEF Grant Program Funded by Private Donations
By supplementing public funds with private donations, NEF helps ensure that every student in District 203 can take advantage of opportunities to make the most of their education.
Since its founding in 1992, NEF has been inspired by the potential inherent in all children to thrive and be enriched by their experiences in school. NEF’s “Annual Grant Award” program supplies teachers with funds for innovative and creative new projects. Other programs include “Kid Booster Anonymous Fund,” which provides assistance to students by matching their unique needs to opportunities which enhance educational, physical or socio-emotional growth; “Study Skills Academy,” a before/after-school program for students who need academic assistance; and the “Breakfast Program,” that ensures all of our young students start their day ready to learn.
Individuals are welcome to consider supporting NEF by visiting www.nef203.org and making a donation, or becoming involved by offering your time and talent as a volunteer.
Submitted by Jen Hannon on behalf of the Naperville Education Foundation for School District 203
