Petaluma Educational Foundation

10/07/2026

Clo Cow race weekend is almost here!

The Clo Cow Half Marathon, 10K & 5K returns to Downtown Petaluma this Sunday, October 11!

We’re so grateful to have Clo Cow as a longtime community partner supporting Petaluma students and schools. We’ll be cheering on the runners, walkers, and volunteers this weekend.

Read more about Clo Cow’s support of PEF -https://pefinfo.com/whats-new/clo-cow-races-support-petaluma-students-and-schools

10/05/2026

Today, we celebrate the teachers who make a difference in Petaluma classrooms every day. 💛

Thank you for encouraging curiosity, helping students build confidence, and making students feel seen and supported. The connections you build with students mean so much to our community.

From all of us at the Petaluma Educational Foundation, happy World Teachers’ Day! We’re grateful for you today and throughout the school year.

10/05/2026

Grant applications are due today (MONDAY) by 4PM.

Petaluma Educational Foundation’s Impact Grant applications are due Monday, October 5, by 4 p.m.

The Impact Grant Program helps bring innovative and effective instructional ideas to life. Applicants may request up to $20,000 for curriculum-based projects that create meaningful opportunities for students and demonstrate extraordinary scope, impact, or longevity.

Don’t miss the deadline, completed applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. Late applications will not be accepted.

Learn more and apply - https://pefinfo.com/grant-application

10/01/2026

October is Estate Planning Awareness Month, a time to think about the people and causes that matter most to you. Including the Petaluma Educational Foundation in your estate plans is one way to support local students for generations to come.

Not sure where to start? PEF board member Kimberly Strickland of Strickland Law Group and former PEF board member Brian Breen of Breen Wealth Management, LLC share perspectives on estate planning and charitable giving in our latest blog post. Their insights offer a starting point for a conversation with your financial or estate planning advisor.

Read the blog: https://pefinfo.com/whats-new/your-legacy-their-future-planning-today-for-petaluma-students

09/29/2026

Petaluma Educational Foundation’s Impact Grant applications are due Monday, October 5, by 4 p.m.

The Impact Grant Program helps bring innovative and effective instructional ideas to life. Applicants may request up to $20,000 for curriculum-based projects that create meaningful opportunities for students and demonstrate extraordinary scope, impact, or longevity.

Don’t miss the deadline, completed applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. Late applications will not be accepted.

Learn more and apply - https://pefinfo.com/grant-application

09/24/2026

PEF Impact Grant applications are due Monday, October 5, by 4 PM!

Apply for up to $20,000 per grant for curriculum-based projects with extraordinary scope, impact, or longevity. No late applications will be accepted.
Explore last year’s Impact Grant brochure for inspiration - link in comments.

Apply and find details at https://pefinfo.com/grant-application.

09/23/2026

What an incredible night. What an incredible community. ⭐

To our sponsors, donors, attendees, vendors, board members, volunteers, and everyone who made BASH possible, THANK YOU!

You made our Starry Night shine. Your generosity, energy, and love for our community made this celebration so special. Together, we’re creating more opportunities for Petaluma students and schools. That’s something worth celebrating!

Here’s a look back at a night filled with joy, connection, and purpose. We’re so grateful for everyone who was part of it!

Couldn’t join us? You can still help Fund the Future! Contact us to make a pledge or donate at pefinfo.com.