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For more information about how you can help make an impact with HEF, please contact our Chief Development Officer, Jay Shively at jshively@henricogives.org
or (804) 877-9401.

The Henrico Education Foundation (HEF) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit working in partnership with Henrico County Public Schools to serve nearly 50,000 students across 75 schools and centers. We go beyond funding by fostering innovative programs that transform education and lead to student success. Our strong ties with Henrico schools and communities enable us to create impactful initiatives that address the opportunity gap and provide essential resources for teachers and vulnerable students.

We're grateful to have the support of a generous donor community that includes a broad coalition of individuals, businesses, local nonprofits and foundations. Together we continue to fund excellence and innovation in our schools, and provide programs and opportunities that improve student outcomes. We thank our corporate and foundation partners and individual donors for their gifts that make our work possible

Together we can Ignite a Brighter Future.

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“I am truly grateful for the invaluable impact the Henrico Education Foundation has had on our community. Their unwavering dedication to education has not only transformed individual lives but has also uplifted our entire neighborhood.”

Charity Rupp

Head of Financial Education, Henrico Federal Credit Union

“The deliberate partnership and collaborative support that HEF and HCPS have cultivated over many years has created opportunities and enhanced learning for so many people."

Adam Smith

HEF Board Member

“Savannah loves the program so much including Ms. Amber and all of her teachers. I hear all about doing yoga, piano, art and playing with friends. Thank you all so much for creating an after-school program where our child is so happy!"

Parent of student

in the Shady Grove Elementary Learning & Discovery afterschool program

"HEF has made a huge difference for my students needing night school or summer school for a class or two for graduation or just to catch up with their grade level. I know my students would not have graduated high school if it wasn’t for this program. Thank you so much!"

Michael Otley

School Counselor - Highland Springs High School

“Through the passionate leadership of the HEF team and the generous support of HEF donors, we have witnessed transformative changes that helped redefine what it means to be a life-ready learner. More than 71,000 students, teachers and families have benefited from programs funded by HEF over the last two years, setting a solid foundation for their futures.”

Dr. Amy Cashwell

Superintendent - Henrico County Public Schools

"Henrico Education Foundation sees no barriers, just solutions on how to make learning innovative and fun! Thanks for being the game changers in the 804, and supporting teachers and students at Greenwood and all throughout Henrico County".

Ryan Stein

Principal - Greenwood Elementary School

How Will Funds Be Used?

  • Support academic programs and hands-on learning initiatives to prepare students for success for in college and career
  • Provide assistance to financially disadvantaged students, ensuring that every child has equal access to educational opportunities
  • Support our Community Learning Centers which take an innovative approach to improve student learning and build stronger families and healthier communities
  • Fund advanced teacher training
  • Provide leadership development programs

What Types of Gifts Can I Make?

  • Cash or check
  • Stocks, mutual funds or bonds
  • IRAs, 401Ks or profit-sharing plans
  • Life insurance
  • Real estate
  • Charitable trusts or gift annuities
  • Bequests by will or trust