History
JB Thomas-Lahey Foundation Donates $10,000 for Mental Wellness Initiative
The J.B. Thomas-Lahey Foundation donated $10,000 for the PEF’s “Mental Wellness Initiative” to benefit Peabody students, teachers, and parents.
GraVoc Charitable Foundation Donates $10,000 to PEF
We would like to thank the GraVoc Charitable Foundation for their recent $10,000 donation to our foundation!
North Shore Bank Donates $10,000 for Mental Wellness Initiative
We would like to thank North Shore Bank for their generous donation of $10,000 to support our Mental Wellness Initiative!
$50,000 in Grant Money Awarded this Year!
The PEF Grants program is thrilled to announce that this school year we have provided over $50,000 in funding to support educational programs!
Lyon-Waugh Auto Group Pledges Another Multi-Year Commitment to Peabody Education!
We were shocked with excitement as Warren Waugh from Lyon-Waugh Auto Group recommitted to another multi-year donation to our foundation! Check out the thank you video we put together showing how their funds were used since 2017.
West Memorial School Sends Thanks for YAMA Program
The West Memorial School has sent The Peabody Education Foundation and The Peabody Cultural Collaborative thanks for funding the arts-based YAMA program for students.
PEF Selected for Shaw’s GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag Program for May 2021
We are excited to share that the Peabody Education Foundation has once again been selected to be a part of the Shaw’s GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag Program!
The Salem Five Charitable Foundation Makes $1,000 Donation to PEF
The Peabody Education Foundation recently received a generous donation of $1,000 from our friends over at The Salem Five Charitable Foundation!
PEF Funds Jump Ropes, Chalk, Frisbees & Other Fun Activities for Students
As students begin to re-enter their classrooms, we wanted to welcome them back with fun activities that they can use during recess or free-time!
PEF Teams Up with Peabody Cultural Collaborative to Bring Arts-based YAMA Program to Peabody Schools
We are thrilled to share that we have teamed up with the Peabody Cultural Collaborative (PCC) to bring a new arts-based learning program to our elementary schools in Peabody!
PEF Funds Home School Kits for Students
Our foundation has been searching for ways that we could help our Peabody teachers and students with the challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused to our school system. In December 2020, members from our foundation met with Peabody Superintendent, Dr. Josh...
Carole Remick Charitable Foundation Donates $4,000 to The Peabody Education Foundation
The Carole Remick Charitable Foundation has generously made a year-end donation of $4,000 to our organization!
PEF Selected for Shaw’s GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag Program for October
We are so excited to share that the Peabody Education Foundation has been selected to be a part of the Shaw's GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag Program, which is designed to make it easy for customers to contribute to their local community while supporting the...
Peabody’s West School Thanks PEF for Wonder Robot Kits
Students from Peabody’s West School write thank you letters to our foundation for their awarded PEF Grant of Wonder Robots!
Peabody Education Foundation Receives Donation from North Shore Bank
On January 23rd, 2020 North Shore Bank graciously donated $2,600 to the Peabody Education Foundation! The funds were raised during 'Jeans Day' at North Shore Bank in which employees are allowed to wear jeans to work each Friday by simply donating $5. At the end of...
George Peabody Legacy Award Mural Revealed at J. Henry Higgins Middle School
On January 16th, 2020, the Peabody Education Foundation revealed our new mural at the J. Henry Higgins Middle School honoring the recipients of our George Peabody Legacy Award.
Cara Murtagh | In Loving Memory
Cara Murtagh passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 29th, 2019. Cara spent 23 years within Peabody Public Schools including teaching at St. Johns the Baptist, becoming Vice Principal and Principal of the Carroll School, Principal of the Center School, Assistant...
Salem Five Makes $2,000 Donation to PEF
On Friday, November 8th, 2019, we received a $2,000 donation from Salem Five to help benefit our foundation!
Support PEF by Dining at Not Your Average Joe’s in Peabody During October 2019!
We are thrilled to team up with Not Your Average Joe’s in Peabody for Not Your Average Cause during the month of October!
Warren Waugh of Lyon-Waugh Auto Group Presents PEF with $20,000 Donation
On September 4th, 2019, Warren Waugh of Lyon-Waugh Auto Group presented PEF Chairman, David Gravel, with the third installment of his $100,000 donation pledge to The Peabody Education Foundation. Warren presented a $20,000 check to David as well as PEF members, Dan...
Salem Country Club Donates $1,000 to Peabody Education Foundation
On June 10, 2019, The Peabody Education Foundation received two $500 dollar donations on behalf of the Board of Governors of Salem Country Club. The first donation was made in the name of Mr. Jeffery Kiernan. The second donation was made in the name of Ms. Maureen Velonis.
Salem Five Donates $2,000 to Peabody Education Foundation
On Friday November 9th, 2018, PEF Chair David Gravel, Vice Chair Tom Gould and board member Kristine Bruno joined Salem Five for their Salem Five Charitable Golf Breakfast where the PEF was awarded $2,000 to help support their mission.
Help Support the Peabody Education Foundation on November 26th, 2018
Join us on November 26th, 2018 at Stonewood Tavern from 6-9pm as we raise money to support Peabody education!
Warren Waugh of Lyon-Waugh Auto Group Presents Second Donation for Best Bet Program
In September 2017, Warren Waugh of Lyon-Waugh Auto Group made a $100,000 donation pledge to the Peabody Education Foundation. On September 12, 2018, Warren presented his second check of $20,000 to our foundation. PEF Chairman, David Gravel was joined by committee members as Warren presented the check.
Kathy Pingree and Patricia Gaffney Receive 2018 Torigian Best Bet Award
We are excited to present our 2018 Torigian Best Bet Award to Kathy Pingree and Patricia Gaffney for their program “First Aid & CPR/AED Certification.”
Holden Oil Donates $1,000 to The Peabody Education Foundation’s Best Bet Program
Thank you to Chuck Holden & Holden Oil for supporting our foundation and our Best Bet program as we help provide resources to Peabody students and teachers.
North Shore Bank Donates $1,000 to The Peabody Education Foundation’s Best Bet Program
On April 12th, 2018, the Peabody Education Foundation received a very generous donation of $1,000 from North Shore Bank that will help fund our Best Bet program.
PEF Hosts 8th Annual Higgins Middle School Spelling Bee
On Feburary 28th, 2018 the Peabody Education Foundation hosted their 8th Annual Spelling Bee at the Northshore Mall in Peabody.
PEF Announces 2017 Best Bet Grants
We are thrilled to share that we will be funding 44 programs totaling over $32,000 throughout the Peabody district for the 2017-2018 school year!
PEF Joins the #GivingTuesday Movement
#GivingTuesday is a global giving movement that has been built by individuals, families, organizations, businesses, and communities in all 50 states and in countries around the world. Millions of people have come together to support and champion the causes they...
Warren Waugh of Lyon-Waugh Auto Group Makes $100,000 Donation
On September 11th, 2017 Warren Waugh of Lyon-Waugh Auto Group made a donation of $100,000 to support the Peabody Education Foundation.
Sunrise Senior Living in Peabody Donates Back to School Supplies to PEF
Earlier today, the Peabody Education Foundation received a very generous donation from the Residents, Staff, and Families of Sunrise Senior Living at Gardner Park in Peabody.
PEF Receives Generous Back to School Donation
On August 23rd, 2017, The Peabody Education Foundation received a very generous donation of school supplies from Jayme Cormier for the students of Peabody.
Best Bet Applications 2017
As the new school year kicks into high gear, the Peabody Education Foundation once again encourages Peabody’s teachers to apply for Best Bet grants, which fund resources, materials, and programs that the school budget cannot accommodate.
Chamber for Good to Feature PEF During Month of April
Thank you to the Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce for helping us shine a light on Peabody Education!
7th Annual Spelling Bee Winners
Thank you to everyone who came out to cheer on the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students for the 7th annual Higgins/Peabody Education Foundation Spelling Bee! For the second consecutive year, Sofia Valencia is the champion of the Higgins Middle School/Peabody Education...
2016 Awarded Best Bet Programs
This year, the Peabody Education Foundation received 53 Best Bet grant applications totaling over $40,000. The PEF will fund 42 of those applications in the 2016-2017 school year for a total of $30,408 in grants.
John E. Murtagh
John E. Murtagh, Sr., died peacefully on Saturday December 17, 2016 at the Masconomet Regional Health and Skilled Nursing Facility in Topsfield, following an extended illness, while in the comforting presence of his family.
2017 George Peabody Legacy Award Application
We are seeking nomination’s of worthy candidates for our fifth annual George Peabody Legacy Award.
Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce Makes Generous Donation
The Peabody Education Foundation is pleased to accept a generous donation from the Peabody Chamber of Commerce.
Support Peabody Education Foundation on December 19, 2016
Please join us at Stonewood Tavern in Peabody on December 19th, 2016 from 6-9pm as we support our Peabody Education Foundation.
7th annual Spelling Bee
February 15th will mark the 7th Annual Higgins Spelling Bee at the Northshore Mall.
Best Bet Applications 2016
As the new school year kicks into high gear, the Peabody Education Foundation once again encourages Peabody’s teachers to apply for Best Bet grants, which fund resources, materials, and programs that the school budget cannot accommodate.
Congratulations to the 2016 George Peabody Award Recipients!
We would like to say THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support and celebrate the 5 honorees of the 2016 George Peabody Award.
Special Thanks From Student Health Center’s Youth Advisory Council
“Without the Best Bet grant from the Peabody Education Foundation, this trip would not have been possible. Truly, on behalf of the students and staff of the Student Health Center… Thank You, Thank You, Thank You! This was a trip they will never forget.”
2016 George Peabody Legacy Award Ceremony
The George Peabody Legacy Award is provided by our foundation as a way to recognize and honor the educators and philanthropists from within our community who have provided a lifetime of contribution to our educational system.
The Peabody Education Foundation Announces the 2016 George Peabody Legacy Award Recipients
The recipients are David McGeney, Gerald Hallinan, Janyce Harkins, Jan Anderson, and Warren Waugh. Recipients were selected from among dozens of nominations made by the public.
6th Annual Spelling Bee
February 3rd will mark the 6th Annual Higgins Spelling Bee at the Northshore Mall. Join the Peabody Education Foundation as we cheer on the top spellers from grades 6, 7, and 8!
Career Day 2016
Annually, the Peabody Education Foundation hosts a Career Day to give students from PVMHS exposure to professions or fields that they may know little about.
Thank you, Lyon-Waugh Auto Group!
Lyon-Waugh recently donated $30,000 to the Peabody Education Foundation (PEF) to support the many programs that the PEF provides for Peabody Public Schools!