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NORTHVIEW EDUCATION FOUNDATION
WHO WE AREThe Northview Education Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization with a volunteer board comprised of parents, students, teachers, alumni, and local business people, with one paid part-time Executive Director. Officers: President: Robert Mitus - Vice President: (open) - Secretary: Dennis Moore - Treasurer:Craig Terpstra Executive Director: Bev Wickman Trustees: Tim Beals - Phil DeBoer - David Dixon - Rose Jonckheere - Bob Maloof - Syed Naqvi - Mike Steele - Bob Thelen Ex-Officio Members: John Belaski - David Bockheim - Gloria Campbell - Dan Carter - J. Eric Conway - Duane Gilbert - Mike Paskewicz Building Representatives: Student Representatives: Dan Atchison, Senior - Eleni Sinigos, Junior - Marina Thelen, Sophomore
WHAT WE DOThe NEF provides grants to improve student learning and provide resources beyond the operating budget of the school system by raising money through various annual fund-raising events including the Phone-a-thon and the Golf Outing. NEF Full Board Meetings are the 3rd Monday of the month at 6 p.m. in the Northview Administration Building Board Room. August 17, 2009 NEF Grant Committee Meetings
WHY THIS IS IMPORTANTAs governmental funding declines and the demands of education in today's world expand, it is up to us to help maintain our school system's high standards. With the necessary tools, our students can have an award-winning academic experience. A top rated school district benefits us all. Property values increase in areas with educational excellence and businesses experience better qualified and capable employees. Since 1990, more than $300,000 has been awarded for projects throughout the Northview District. This includes 370 grants, $40,000 to the District for technology and $17,000 to Crossroads Middle School for a computer lab. The grants have encompassed everything from Mathematics, Science, Reading, Technology and English to Music, Art, Drama, Physical Education and the construction of Community Facilities.
HISTORYThe Northview Education Foundation was formed in 1990 to assist in the promotion of creative, progressive and innovative education for our students, teachers, and support staff. The NEF provides funds for educational enrichment opportunities beyond the base provided by the operating budget of the school system. Since 1990, more than $300,000 has been awarded for more than 370 projects throughout the Northview District.
VISION The NEF takes pride in all Northview students, past and present. Our continued commitment and dedication should provide exceptional learning experiences for the entire Northview school district. We will build on a successful foundation with the continued support of business leaders, parents, community, alumni and the Northview staff. The Northview Education Foundation helps provide our schools with the educational experiences that our children deserve – the kind that today’s world demands. The NEF believes in a strong community connection and wants to make available additional monies for these innovative programs. With the continued state budget cuts our district faces, more challenges for fund raising arise even with the basic learning needs. The NEF realizes this and remains dedicated to all the children at Northview.
OPPORTUNITIESGRANTS: Grant Applications are available throughout the year. Applications are evaluated twice annually, in October and February, on their uniqueness, creativity, and innovation. More than $300,000 has been awarded to over 300 recipients for various projects throughout the Northview district since 1990. Click here for a listing of grants funded by NEF in Spring 2008. Click here for a listing of grants funded by NEF in Fall 2008. Click here for a listing of grants funded by NEF in Spring 2009. Click here for a listing of grants funded by NEF in Spring 2010. Applications are evaluated on their uniqueness, creativity, and innovation. More than $250,000 has been awarded to over 300 recipients for various projects through the Northview district since 1990. Grant applications forms are available from Northview Building Administrative Assistants in each building office or BECOME A TRUSTEE: The board of NEF is made up of approximately 15 trustees who serve 3-year terms. The term begins in August. As a trustee you will be asked to attend all meetings (3rd Monday of the month), serve on at least one committee, pledge an annual financial support to the foundation, volunteer your time to one event, and attend one grant committee meeting (October or February). VOLUNTEER: The NEF needs help with events throughout the year that don't require becoming a trustee, such as helping with the Phone-A-Thon in March and the Golf Outing in August. Please call (616) 365-6153 (ext 1450) or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you would like to volunteer. DONATE: You can help the Northview Education Foundation by making donations in the forms of cash, bequests, wills, trusts, planned giving, memorials, Meijer Community Rewards, stock, real estate, estates, legacy, and more. The NEF has aligned its endowment fund with the Grand Rapids Community Foundation. This affiliation gives the NEF a professionally managed portfolio and allows for both state and federal tax deductions on all contributions to the extent allowed by law. Each dollar contributed to the NEF is an investment in the future of Northview Schools, each of its students, and every citizen and business in the district. Questions? Call (616) 365-6153 (ext. 1450) or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it HOW TO CONTACT USMailing Address: Northview Education Foundation Phone: (616)365-6153, ext 1450 Fax: (616) 363-9609 E-Mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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