SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY & OUR STUDENTS FOR 30 YEARS
What Is HFEE?
The Huntington Foundation for Excellence in Education (HFEE) is Huntington School District's non-profit organization that raises money to fund educational enrichment opportunities above and beyond state funding.
What Does HFEE Do?
The annual HFEE Gala raises money to fund these exciting opportunities. Teachers submit applications for their innovative ideas each year and then HFEE, along with the Board of Education, decides which ideas to fund.
How Much Money Has HFEE Awarded?
Since 1993, HFEE has distributed $1.2 million to teachers across all 8 schools in our district.
What Has HFEE Funded?
Smart Boards, Makers Spaces, 3-D Printers, Drones, Sound Equipment, Robotics Club Equipment, Ukulele Club, Hydroponics Lab, Marching Band Trailer, and more !
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Your DOnation Matters!
HFEE is a 501(c)(3) organization run entirely by volunteers, and all donations are used to fund grants requested by educators in our district for the well being and educational enrichment of students in the Huntington school district. Every grant request is thoroughly vetted by our board of directors for innovation, size of impact, and sustainability. Your Donation Matters!
Latest News & Events
Tara Poli to Take the Helm of Huntington Foundation for Excellence in Education
After a successful three-year tenure as the President of the Huntington Foundation (HFEE), Jennifer Stevens is passing the baton to HFEE board member, Tara Poli, who will assume the position on September 1, 2024. Ms. Poli, a graduate of Huntington High School, has been an active member in the HUFSD community since her children started […]
HFEE Gala Attracts Capacity Crowd to Laud Suzi Biagi and Jon Dawson
A crowd of 220 turned out to laud longtime Huntington High School business teacher, Suzi Biagi, and beloved business owner, Jonathon Dawson of Jonny D’s, at the Huntington Foundation’s annual Reach for the Stars gala on March 21st. The HFEE board selected the picturesque harborside venue, The Harbor Club by Prime, to present its coveted […]
2024 “Reach for the Stars” Gala
Please take a moment to view photos from our 2024 Reach For The Stars Gala.
Jonathon Dawson – HFEE Community Honoree
Jonathon Dawson, this year’s HFEE Gala honoree and owner of the popular Jonny D’s Pizza, is a familiar face to many in the Huntington community. He’s known for his family-friendly restaurant and for his long-standing support of the Huntington School District and many organizations in the Huntington community. When he first heard the news that […]
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