Napa Valley Education Foundation
We work for youth.
We work for teachers.
We work for tomorrow.
OUR MISSION
Supporting
The Next Generation
Our Mission
At Napa Valley Education Foundation, we believe learning should move at the speed of life—real, relevant, and inspiring. Our mission is to empower Napa Valley youth to broaden horizons, deepen knowledge, and develop the skills to step confidently into their future as healthy, capable, and successful members of our community.
What We Do
Education is the heartbeat of Napa’s future. Every day, we fuel that future by investing in programs that close gaps and open doors—College & Career Readiness, Arts, Youth Wellness, and Classroom Innovation. These pathways help students discover their unique strengths and passions, transforming sparks of curiosity into opportunities that last a lifetime.
Our Impact
NVEF serves more than 20,000 youth and 1,000 educators across Napa County’s schools, including Napa Valley Unified, St. Helena Unified, Calistoga Joint Unified, Howell Mountain Elementary, Pope Valley Union Elementary, and the Napa County Office of Education.
Our Belief
At NVEF, we know every child—no matter their background—deserves the chance to learn, thrive, and lead. Because an investment in education is an investment in our community’s future.
How we help
Collaborate
NVEF builds strong partnerships to bring opportunities students wouldn’t otherwise access. Together with schools and community organizations, we close gaps and open doors.
- Strategic Planning: We work with district and school leaders to continuously adapt our programs to meet the most essential needs of teachers and students.
Wellness Center Support: Committed to sustaining centers across all campuses, providing care for 16,000+ students annually through screenings and mental health support.
Crisis Response: Coordinating countywide care for thousands of K–12 students and families during times of disaster.
Connect
We give students experiences that move learning beyond the classroom—making it real, relevant, and empowering.
Career Pathways: More than 1,500 students connect with 300 local businesses each year through mentorships and internships; 50% of summer interns are hired.
Music Connection: Over 6,000 youth build confidence and creativity through camps, workshops, and after-school programs.
Whole-Child Growth: School Wellness Centers improve behavior, boost social-emotional health, and have reduced suspensions by 61%.
Inspire
We invest in creativity, innovation, and transformative experiences that fuel every future.
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Discovery Campus: Launching a hands-on community arts and education center that will serve thousands of students each year—a hub for creativity, collaboration, and future-focused learning.
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Music for All: 1,300 instruments provided annually, 71% at no or low cost, so every child can find their voice.
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Classroom Innovation: More than $1.5 million awarded to teachers at 18 schools, bringing new ideas and real-world experiences to life.
Who we help
Together we can change tomorrow
Elementary Schools
| Alta Heights Elementary |
| Bel Aire Park Elementary |
| Browns Valley Elementary |
| Calistoga Elementary |
| Canyon Oaks Elementary |
| Donaldson Way Elementary |
| Howell Mountain Elementary |
| McPherson Elementary |
| Napa Junction Elementary |
| Napa Valley Language Academy |
| Northwood Elementary |
| Phillips Elementary |
| Pope Valley Elementary |
| Pueblo Vista Elementary |
| Saint Helena Elementary |
| Saint Helena Primary |
| Shearer Elementary |
| Snow Elementary |
| Stone Bridge |
| Vichy Elementary |
| West Park Elementary |
| Willow Elementary |
Middle Schools
| American Canyon Middle |
| Redwood Middle |
| Robert Louis Stevenson Intermediate |
| Silverado Middle |
| Unidos Middle School |
| Calistoga Jr/Sr High |
High Schools
| American Canyon High |
| Calistoga Junior/Senior High |
| Camille Creek (NCOE) |
| Napa High |
| Napa Valley Independent Studies |
| New Technology High |
| Palisades High (Continuation) |
| Saint Helena High |
| Valley Oak High |
| Vintage High |
The Heart of Community Learning.
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