Programs

School Readiness

In partnership with FIRST 5 Santa Clara County and the Knight Foundation, SVEF provides support for young children and their families through strength based, family driven programs. Through linkages with early education, health and human services, and family support providers, as well as elementary schools in the Franklin-McKinley and San Jose Unified School Districts, families with Pre-Kindergarten aged children are connected to resources to ensure school readiness.
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Center of Innovation

The Center of Innovation invests in the education community of Silicon Valley. By providing tools, resources and information, we attract and retain quality teachers and encourage innovation in the classroom. We help our teachers shape our leaders of tomorrow.

Teacher Innovation Grants – provides seed money to incent creative and innovative approaches to teaching
Teach Here, Live Here – these rental assistance grants help attract and retain quality teachers in our community
Open Source Initiative – provide free software tools based on teachers needs, to help teachers teach and students learn
Education Community Engagement- Convene education experts to advise on how to best impact education
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Students

SVEF aims to provide students across the City with the support they deserve to thrive socially and academically. Opportunities for scholarships, homework assistance, resources and career exploration will enhance student development.
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Volunteers

Whether you are looking to “give back” to the community, are passionate about a certain area, or are looking to develop a particular skill, your time and effort is welcome at SVEF. There are several opportunities with SVEF that will address your needs and that will benefit the families and children we serve.
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