The HEF Mini-Grant application for school year 2026/2027 is now open!
Visit our "Project Examples" page to see some of the great projects we have funded over the past couple of years!
*Mini-grant guidelines have been updated. Please review carefully.*
The Haverhill Education Foundation (HEF) supports and promotes engaging, creative, and challenging projects and programs for Haverhill Public School students in order to enhance their educational experience.
HEF’s funding priorities are to support Project-Based Learning in all disciplines, for example:
Development of youth leadership skills
Visual arts
Performing arts
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Health, wellness, and social-emotional learning
Applicants must complete the on-line Mini-Grant Application form below. Grant applications are open in September and will be accepted on a rolling basis through April 1, 2027. The maximum funding for each grant is $300 per project per year. Preference will be given to individuals who have not yet received a grant in the current grant cycle. Funding will be distributed as a reimbursement for documented expenses.
HEF mini-grants may not pay for teacher time, furniture, or equipment more appropriately provided by the school budget. HEF does not fund field trips. All communications and press coverage regarding a project funded by HEF must give recognition and credit to the Haverhill Education Foundation by name. Board members must be invited to observe the project in action.
As close to the completion of the grant activities as possible, and no later than the last day of school, a Mini-Grant Evaluation Google form must be completed, including scans of receipts for reimbursement for all supplies, equipment, and activities. Teachers must also submit a minimum of 5 photographs of students implementing their project in digital format (.jpg, .png only).
Questions may be directed to HEF at tfuller@haverhilleducationfoundation.org or 978 697-5620.