Funding grants to educate, enrich, and inspire excellence in every student.

Thinking Classrooms are a teaching philosophy and approach that encourages active participation, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Learn about HEF's initiative at Hingham High School.

HEF hosted the 12th annual Spelling Bee in October with over 180 students from 3rd, 4th and 5th grade participating in this fun community event.

Our Mission

Funding grants to education, enrich and inspire excellence in every student in the Hingham Public Schools.

HEF Corporate Sponsors


The Hingham Education Foundation is a non-profit, community-based organization committed to enriching the quality of public education in Hingham. Since its incorporation in 1992, HEF has awarded grants to enhance educational quality throughout the system. These grants have provided funding for innovative classroom projects, development of teaching strategies, special programs, new books and materials, improving technology and more.


Funds for HEF’s programs are generated through community contributions, and all monies raised are used to extend public funding for the schools. All donations, in-kind contributions, and volunteer hours are gratefully accepted. For further information, please contact us at info@hinghameducation.org. HEF is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.​