MFEE

MFEE MFEE generates funding and community support to enhance the educational experience for all of Montclair’s public school students.

Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence (MFEE), Montclair’s local education fund, is an independent non-profit that raises private dollars to engage and empower students, teachers and supporters of public education.

Ready for a fun Friday night? Join longtime MFEE Board member LeAnne Korbel and the on June 5 at for a special perform...
06/03/2026

Ready for a fun Friday night? Join longtime MFEE Board member LeAnne Korbel and the on June 5 at for a special performance to benefit MFEE! Great music, great cause. Hope to see you there. 🎵

Students who are part of the Center for Social Justice (CSJ), a small learning community at Montclair High School, enjoy...
05/31/2026

Students who are part of the Center for Social Justice (CSJ), a small learning community at Montclair High School, enjoyed a performance of "What The Constitution Means to Me," at Montclair's Vanguard Theater earlier this spring.

The trip was made possible by an MFEE grant awarded to CSJ teacher Sabrina Conti, and it was part of a deeper learning experience. Before and after the show, students engaged in discussion about who wrote the Constitution, who it protects, and how it is implemented in today’s society. "CSJ students were excited to apply what they learned from the play in their social justice classes," she said.

Melissa McHugh, a producing director at Vanguard, added: "The play invites audiences to wrestle with big questions about rights, history, and who is truly protected under the Constitution, and these students really rose to that invitation. Their reflections were thoughtful, curious, and at times deeply personal. It was exactly the kind of experience we hope for—one where young people feel empowered to think critically, ask questions, and see themselves as part of the ongoing conversation."

MFEE annually awards $60,000 in grants to educators across the Montclair Public Schools. It’s been funding teachers’ big ideas for 35 years, and the grant-making program continues to be a core part of the organization’s mission.

05/29/2026

It was an epic night, Montclair! Thank you to our brave competitors and to every individual who helped make MFEE’s Minute to Win It a success. We are still buzzing from the generosity, joy, and community spirit that filled that enormous room! It may’ve been “recess” for adults, but it’s the 6,000 kids who attend the Montclair Public Schools who are the real winners.

There’s still time to give: https://givebutter.com/c/mfee-minute-to-win-it

THANK YOU. Ⓜ️⏰❤️

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05/29/2026

So much more to come, but we couldn’t sleep without sharing this moment of victory for our Minute to Win It champs, “We The Winning People,” representing Montclair High School’s Civics & Government Institute (with a SUPER assist in this challenge from our district leader Ruth Turner)! Congrats to these awesome educators. Thank you to everyone who turned out tonight to compete, cheer, volunteer, donate, and play with us. It was the ultimate display of school spirit. Ⓜ️❤️

BDP Holdings LLC isn’t just sponsoring MFEE's Minute to Win It — they’re bringing the party and bringing a team to play!...
05/28/2026

BDP Holdings LLC isn’t just sponsoring MFEE's Minute to Win It — they’re bringing the party and bringing a team to play! That’s true to form for owner Dave Placek, who never hesitates to roll up his sleeves for MFEE. Whether he’s jumping on a bike to race around town, manning the grill at an event, or tackling whatever task comes his way, Dave shows up with good humor and community spirit. The same goes for MFEE Board Co-President Bridget Placek, who will serve as our game's host and help keep the fun going all night long.

We’re incredibly grateful for BDP's generous financial support and deep commitment to MFEE’s mission: promoting equity, nurturing teachers, boosting classroom innovation, fostering social-emotional wellness, and building community connections. Please donate generously and cheer loudly for Team BDP — because when local businesses show up for Montclair kids, everybody wins!

⏰⚡Buy tickets or donate: https://www.mfee.org/minute-to-win-it

✨ A special shoutout to Janette Afsharian of Blue Marker for designing our Minute to Win It logo and marketing materials...
05/28/2026

✨ A special shoutout to Janette Afsharian of Blue Marker for designing our Minute to Win It logo and marketing materials. These fabulous designs give our event that extra sparkle and shine. Thank you. ✨

05/28/2026

Ready for recess? Tonight's the night! Over 150 competitors - including 82 fierce Montclair Public Schools staff members - will be duking it out for the title of Minute to Win It Champions! Don't miss the action - or the laughs. Still time to donate or grab tickets at https://www.mfee.org/minute-to-win-it!

Thursday, May 28
5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Lackawanna Plaza

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT 🏥 From Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center, this squad is built for pressure. They handle ...
05/27/2026

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT 🏥 From Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center, this squad is built for pressure. They handle life-or-death decisions in under a minute—so 60-second games? Practically a coffee break. Expect sharp teamwork, quick reflexes, and a clean sweep of the competition from the Code Blue Crew, which includes Tim O’Brien, CEO; Michelle Rombough, ED Director; AJ Hutchinson, ED Manager; Marlena Jordan, Education Manager; Starling Gonzalez, Provider Relations; and Ken Levine, HR Director.

"At Mountainside, we believe healthy communities begin with healthy minds. Supporting the Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence’s Minute to Win It reflects our commitment to holistic care—care that nurtures learning, well-being, and opportunity beyond the hospital walls," O'Brien said. "We’re especially excited to put that commitment into action with our own team, the Code Blue Crew, joining this year’s activities and standing alongside the community we’re proud to serve.”

We're so grateful to Mountainside for the spirit they are bringing to this competition, and the myriad ways they support MFEE's work all year long. Please donate generously and cheer loudly, because when healthcare heroes show up for Montclair kids, everybody wins!

⏰ https://www.mfee.org/minute-to-win-it

We're proud to have Montclair Local serving as the PREMIER MEDIA SPONSOR of Minute to Win It! As Montclair’s nonprofit l...
05/27/2026

We're proud to have Montclair Local serving as the PREMIER MEDIA SPONSOR of Minute to Win It! As Montclair’s nonprofit local newsroom, Montclair Local delivers trusted, independent reporting that keeps our community informed and connected — covering everything from our schools and Board of Education decisions to town government, development, public safety, arts, culture and the people who make Montclair special.

Their commitment to quality local journalism and community engagement helps organizations like MFEE share our mission with families and supporters across town. Just as importantly, the Local's reporting gives residents the information they need to better understand the issues impacting Montclair students, families, and public education.

There’s no better way to stay up to date on everything happening in Montclair than with Montclair Local’s free newsletters delivered straight to your inbox. https://montclairlocal.news/newsletters/

Thank you again for being part of the MFEE community. See you at Minute To Win It!

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