SVEF | Nonprofit resources and advocates for students and educators

Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) is the nonprofit leader in providing strategic solutions through collective impact.
We are guided by the belief that all students are capable of pursuing higher education and boosting their future economic mobility
regardless of their background. SVEF has an established legacy of providing proven STEM programs and being profoundly committed
to empowering students to graduate high school career and college ready. The impact of our work is evident in our students, teachers,
and strong partnerships with districts and donors, creating a skilled workforce for the 21st Century.

Proven Programs

SVEF is committed to providing scalable STEM programs and resources proven to accelerate college and career readiness for students.

Strong Partnerships

SVEF has long-standing relationships with Silicon Valley school districts and educators, as well as foundations, corporations, and nonprofit partners.

Established Legacy

For over 20 years, SVEF has developed programs that have impacted more than 27,000 students and 1,200 educators.

Regional Scale

As the largest education nonprofit in Silicon Valley, SVEF supports students and educators in over 60 school districts.

College & Career Readiness

Elevate [Math]

STEM Innovation Hub

East Side Alliance

49ers STEM Leadership Institute

October Monthly Update

October 17, 2019

The 49ers SLI monthly update is a program-wide newsletter, which overviews our classes and activities from the last month, including announcements, shoutouts, and photos. This month’s update includes news about FIRST Tech Challenge, FIRST LEGO League, field trips, class curriculum, awards, and more! Return to 49ers SLI Program Page →

September Monthly Update

September 20, 2019

The 49ers SLI monthly update is a program-wide newsletter, which overviews our classes and activities from the last month, including announcements, shoutouts, and photos. This month’s update includes news about Tech Challenge, Synopsys Science Fair awards, MakerFaire, recent field trips, upcoming class events, end of year tests, and more! Return to 49ers SLI Program Page … Read More

Welcome Denise Williams, SVEF’s New Chief Programs Officer!

August 16, 2019

August 16, 2019 – Silicon Valley Education Foundation Please join us in welcoming Denise Williams as our new Chief Programs Officer. Denise is recently retired from the Evergreen School District, and brings a wealth of knowledge in curriculum and instruction; assessment and system reform; and educational equity. Denise recently retired from Evergreen School District where … Read More

Thank You to Families from Elevate [Math]

August 5, 2019

Para la versión en español, desplácese hacia abajo. Để đọc tiếng Việt, kéo xuống. The Elevate [Math] Team would like to thank you for supporting your students in jumpstarting their math success for the new 2020 school year! Your commitment and dedication to your student’s education will impact their future success and we strive to … Read More

Congrats to Catalyst to College’s First Cohort: Graduating Class of 2019!

May 29, 2019

It has been a 3-year journey that our 100 Catalyst to College students have been through. Saturday May 25, 2019 marked an important milestone when each student walked on stage to declare to their families, teachers, and friends their college, major and life choices. Many have received prestigious scholarships such as the Meadows Neighborhood Scholarship, … Read More

June Elevate [Math] Student Blast | Launching Now!

May 28, 2019

Elevate [Math] – Launching Now! The start of your Elevate [Math] class is only days away and we are so excited to have you on board. You are going to have a great experience, but you might have some questions: What do I need to bring? A Great Attitude! – That’s it! Earbuds, a pencil, … Read More

Silicon Valley Education Foundation

Elevating Achievement Through Innovation

SVEF’s Four Pillars