Who we are
The P-H-M Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose sole mission is to raise money that goes directly back into the schools.
What we do
The number 1 priority is issuing grant money directly to teachers and staff for special projects that they apply for. We also fund other programs such as College and Career Fairs, Running is Elementary, Books and Bots and so much more!
how to help
The easiest way to support our mission is by coming to and participating in our public events! You can also make direct donations here.
For information on becoming a corporate sponsor or for other questions: jturnblom@phmef.org
↓ Upcoming events and more! ↓
Superintendent's Breakfast
Date: May 14, 2025
The Superintendent’s Breakfast will take place on May 14, 2025 thanks again to our Presenting Sponsor Everwise Credit Union. The Event features our Grant Recipients, Teachers of the Year, and Dr. Thacker’s State of the School Corporation Address. It will take place at Morris Country Club in South Bend.
Contact Jen Turnblom to be a sponsor at jturnblom@phmef.org.
Running
is
elementary
April 28, 2025
Thank you to EVERYONE that made running is elementary 2025 a success!
Running is Elementary consists of 4th and 5th grade students training at their home schools before coming together for a one mile run at Elm Road Elementary School! This program is open to all P-H-M 4th and 5th graders at no cost to their families and touches over 1,400 P-H-M students.
PHMEF Grants
In the FALL of 2024, thousands of dollars in grants were distributed to all 15 P-H-M schools. Click below for more information.
phmef annual drive
Make a tax deductible donation today to support excellence in education through innovative teacher grants and district wide programming in all 15 P-H-M schools.
Culver's Bus driver of the month!
Each month, one outstanding bus driver is selected to receive the prestigious title of Bus Driver of the Month, click below for more information.
We need your support! PHMEF supports education through awarding innovative teaching grants, scholarships to students, staff development and other corporation-wide initiatives.
CELEBRATING 29 YEARS AND 1.82 MILLION
The P-H-M Education Foundation has disbursed more than $1.82 million since its inception. In the 2024-25 school year, PHMEF funded $126,800 in corporation wide programs, innovative classroom grants and scholarships.
phmef surprises fall grant cycle winners!
P-H-M Education Foundation is dedicated to supporting our teachers and students through innovative classroom grants.
We are thrilled to fund over $15,000 this grant cycle for these exciting ideas for schools throughout the district!
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Learn more about supporting Penn Robotics, Penn Kingsman Art Gallery,
Running is Elementary, Short Circuits, Young Author’s Conference, and so much more! Exclusive marketing benefits for your company!
NAMING RIGHTS
P-H-M naming rights is an investment in education. We invite you to be a part of a large and diverse group of individuals, professionals, and companies who support excellence in education.