Our mission is to elevate student success by delivering educational programs and solutions that promote equitable access to quality public education in Stamford.
OUR VISION
We envision a community in which every student is prepared and inspired to thrive.
WHAT WE DO
Our programs equip under-resourced students and parents with tools to create lasting change in their lives. Specifically, we provide crucial support at critical K-12 transition points.
Community Leadership Mentoring
Provides second grade students with weekly group mentoring sessions in which college student volunteer mentors discuss topics with their mentees related to building relationships, exploring identity and strengths, and taking action through community-centered projects.
Traditional Mentoring
Provides middle school students who need additional academic and/or social-emotional support with resources and guidance required to be successful.
Career Connecting Mentoring
Provides high school students with a half-day career exploration experience. These events introduce students to the wide range of careers through panels, networking, and hands-on experiences.
Kindergarten Readiness
Summer Start is a five-week “Kindergarten Prep” program for children entering the Stamford Public Schools without having had a complete pre-school experience.
Adult Leadership
Enables parents and community members to become the next generation’s leading advocates and change agents.
Books Across Stamford
Provides students with free, new books to build their home libraries.
15 Years of Mentoring
For 15 years, SPEF’s nationally recognized Traditional Mentoring Program has provided students with resources and guidance that help them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. We partner with dedicated college, community, and corporate volunteers to give students weekly one-on-one and group mentoring sessions throughout the school year.