The Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation was founded in March 2008 as an independent education foundation. The mission of CVEF is to promote excellence, innovation and creativity through education for the community and to encourage lifelong learning in Durham and Middlefield by awarding grants and supporting programs.
WHAT’S NEW?
2025 Grant Cycle Now Open
Do you, your group, your class or your school have a great idea that needs funding? Our 2025 CVEF grant application process is open. Between now and May 1, 2025, we encourage you to apply. The application process has been streamlined, and it is easy to complete. Click here for more info!
Meet the 2025 Executive Board
CVEF is pleased to announce our 2025 Executive Board!
PRESIDENT: Maggie Peterson
VICE PRESIDENT: Nancy Earls
SECRETARY: Lindsey Herzig
TREASURER: Liz Conroy
Join Us!
Interested in helping support educational programs in our community? For more information contact us at volunteers@coginchaugvef.org
Get involved!
There are many ways to be a part of the CVEF community. Volunteer to help with our events and our granting process; as an individual or a business, become a financial donor. Our success depends upon your support and involvement.
grants
Our annual grants cycle is the cornerstone of our mission. We look to members of our community to provide fresh, creative proposals. Is there an educational project you envision? Bring it to life with a CVEF grant.