Frequently Asked Questions

The Beverly Hills Education Foundation is led by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of a group of dedicated and highly motivated parents and community leaders who believe in the public school experience, and who strive to enrich the lives of every student in Beverly Hills. 

 

The BHEF Board of Directors' Executive Committee receive direction from the Beverly Hills Unified School District Superintendent’s office on what budget items need funding for the immediate school year, and for the future. The Foundation also accepts endowment contributions for targeted funding, pre-approved by the Superintendent.

 

Monies provided to the school district by city, state, and federal governments barely cover the funding for a basic education. The students, parents, and the community of Beverly Hills expect more. BHEF provides the additional educational and enrichment programs, and necessary support for Beverly Hills Unified School District to offer the learning environment that is expected for our students to achieve excellence. In a “Unified” district, all students at every school are expected to receive the same experience. Monies provided to school site PTAs do not fund district-wide programs. Only your contribution to BHEF does.

 

PTAs allow parents to participate in the local school experience. Funding at this level allows for amenities within the classroom (e.g. classroom supplies, teaching supplies, technology enhancements), and extra perks for the students to make their experience magical (events, field trips, learning experiences). Funding at the Beverly Hills Education Foundation level allows for major educational enhancements to occur, the ability to supplement gaps in the school district’s budget when state and city funding is lacking, and contributions to educational programming that the entire school district shares in equally.

 

BHEF’s goal is for 100% resident participation. This means whatever you can afford to contribute is greatly appreciated, but it is imperative the entire residential community support our schools as an investment in your hometown. Consider making a one time donation or a monthly donation at an amount that feels comfortable for you.

 

Yes. We ask that you divide your contribution as best as you can, contributing to both the PTA and BHEF. Both are needed, yet we have different missions that are equally as important.

 

Visit www.bhef.org and click on the Donate button or send in your payment to:

 

Beverly Hills Education Foundation

 

You can also call us directly at 310-557-0651.

 

Yes. Monies contributed directly to the existing Beverly Hills Education Foundation Endowment Fund will be very well utilized, as your money will continue to grow and provide funding to the Beverly Hills Unified School District in perpetuity.