about us
Our History
In 1983, at the request of Napa Superintendent Dr. Robert Hansen, community leaders formed The Napa Valley Unified Education Foundation (NVUEF) to assist in funding K-12 public education. Dorothy Sercu, Bud Gelow and Frank Silva attended a conference in September of 1983 in order to learn more about establishing an educational nonprofit foundation.
Vallergas Market provided the prize for a raffle that raised $2,000 to pay for costs associated with launching the NVUEF, with tickets sold to teachers and district administrators.
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Vallergas Market provided the prize for a raffle that raised $2,000 to pay for costs associated with launching the NVUEF, with tickets sold to teachers and district administrators.
How we see it.
The Napa Valley Education Foundation exists only through the generosity of those who believe in and support our mission. Please consider donating! Your contribution will support the education of our local students.
We believe NVUSD provides an excellent education for students in our community. Every day, we support their work by providing critical extra programs students need to perform their best. We want all our students to graduate from high school ready for college or a successful career.
Each year, we raise nearly $2 million to fund critical gaps in public funding for education. We believe an investment in education is an investment in our future!
The Napa Valley Unified School District has 29 schools and an enrollment of 17,000 students. The district is developing the next generation of leaders in our community, preparing students for today’s fast-paced world. The district strives to provide a rich academic experience that includes critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity. The Napa Valley Education Foundation supports teachers, students and the district to ensure all students are engaged and prepared for success in college, career and life.
We are the foundation for our kids’ future.