Who We Are
The Petaluma Educational Foundation is a registered nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization committed to creating impactful education opportunities within our local schools. Learn how you can become part of PEF and contribute to our legacy of lifelong learning.
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Scholarship Program
Support students in realizing their dreams with a scholarship that will extend their learning beyond high school.
Fund the Future
Empower schools with impact grants that help level the playing field for students of all abilities and backgrounds.
Planned Giving
Make your mark on the community with endowments that build new educational opportunities and brighten our students’ futures.
Managed Funds
PEF manages over $5 million in endowed and Invested funds with clear donor direction as to how the funds will benefit Petaluma students and schools. Donate today and watch your impact grow for years to come.
We are a community of educators, students, and activists who are deeply committed to giving Petaluma’s youth the best opportunities to learn, grow, and build a better future. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or Petaluma resident, there are lots of ways you can make an impact.
"Without the PEF’s support throughout my education and the pledge of financial assistance through PEF scholarships, I would not have been able to achieve my academic dreams. Now it is my time to give back and help others embrace all the opportunities their futures hold."
Isabel M., PHS Class of 2010
Meet our annual Partners for Education
Our community partners place education at the top of their philanthropic passions. That’s why they work with PEF to ensure that their generous donations have the greatest impact on Petaluma’s schools and students. To learn more about how your organization can support local education initiatives and help fund our community’s future through our year-round partnership program, please click the button below to contact us.
