an independent charitable organization committed to enhancing educational excellence for the children of Lexington Public Schools. Since 1989, LEF has awarded more than $2.9 million to Lexington educators through our competitive grants program. The initiatives we fund are outside the school operating budget and make a difference in enriching math skills, supporting the science curriculum, promoting 21st century technology, improving literacy, expanding social studies and world culture, providing professional development for teachers, elevating the arts, and enhancing social and physical wellbeing.

LEF is directed by non-salaried board of community members, with the support of a salaried executive director and administrative assistant. LEF is supported by contributions from residents and area businesses.