More than 500 Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) students, family members, and staff received free, high-quality summer clothing on June 20 through a partnership between UNIQLO and the Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF). Held across three PUSD sites, the distribution provided a respectful, shopping-style experience for families impacted by the January…...
Growing Together: Lowe’s and PEF Cultivate a New Learning Space at Don Benito
This June, the Pasadena Educational Foundation teamed up with Lowe’s to create a vibrant new outdoor learning space at Don Benito Elementary. The event brought together corporate volunteers and local educators to support students impacted by the Eaton Fire. Held on June 13, 2025, the Lowe’s Volunteer Service Day focused…...
Next Steps in Eaton Fire Recovery: PEF Supports Collaborative’s Work Toward LTRG Formation [Media Release]
Next Steps in Eaton Fire Recovery: PEF Supports Collaborative’s Work Toward LTRG Formation As a proud member of the Eaton Fire Collaborative, the Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF) is committed to supporting long-term recovery efforts for families and schools impacted by the Eaton Fire. Through this partnership, PEF works alongside local…...
Student Emotional Well-Being During the Summer
RTI (Response to Intervention) teachers will be members of our Summer Enrichment Program teaching staff, in partnership with PUSD’s Student Wellness department. These wellness teachers will be focusing on the social and emotional needs of students. When kid’s social and emotional needs are met as well as their physical needs…...
Dawn Over ’Dena: A Benefit Concert for Fire-Affected Families
On Sunday, May 25 at 7:00 p.m., Dawn Over ’Dena will bring together local performers and community members for an evening of music, dance, and support at the AGBU Vatche and Tamar Performing Arts Center. Created entirely by volunteers, this benefit concert will raise funds for families impacted by the…...
CFPF and Partners Support Restoration of Eliot Arts Magnet [Media Release]
College Football Playoff Foundation and Partners to Support Restoration of Historic Eliot Arts Magnet School Following Recent Fires The College Football Playoff (CFP) Foundation, CFP Bowl games, and School Specialty have joined together to pledge a total of $1.5 million towards the restoration of Eliot Arts Magnet School in Altadena,…...
Eaton Fire: The World Responds
From Ypsilanti, MI to Honolulu, HI — From Hoboken, NJ to Mesquite, TX — From Rancho de Taos, NM to communities who know fire recovery firsthand, like Boulder, CO and Paradise, CA — the world reached out. 170+ offers of books, clothing, athletic equipment, school supplies, and more 500+ heartfelt…...
What’s New
Over 500 PUSD Students and Families Receive Clothing Through UNIQLO Partnership- Happy Hollow Elementary Penny Fundraiser
- Growing Together: Lowe’s and PEF Cultivate a New Learning Space at Don Benito
- Building Empathy Showcases their Documentary
- Students Use Art to Support Thurgood Marshall Staff Affected by Eaton Fire
