PEF’s vision is to create impactful educational opportunities for all students in our community.
PEF’s mission is to fund programs that promote critical thinking, creativity, student well-being, and lifelong learning. We work closely with public, private, and charter schools throughout our district to craft impact grants and promote scholarships that align with PEF’s goals, while taking into account each school’s and each student’s unique needs.
Petaluma Educational Foundation incorporated September 30, 1982.
PEF files first 990 Tax Return, Gross Receipts = $20,377; PEF Logo Contest winner announced: Jim Balshaw, Casa Grande High School.
First PEF Grants: $18,000 awarded in “mini-grants” – limit $500
PEF Mission expanded to include all schools, including St Vincent’s schools.
PEF files second 990 Tax Return, Gross Receipts = $120,377
First scholarships awarded in the amount of $12,350 Invest in Education launched to fund grants in schools
First PEF Grants: $29,000 awarded in “mini-grants” – limit $1500
PEF has awarded more than $8.4 million to our students and schools
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, please click the button below to contact us.