This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Gill-Montague Educational Foundation, a private, nonprofit organization founded by the parents and community members of Gill and Montague to provide student enrichment and promote pubic education. Two goals that are more important today than ever!

Coming together in 1996 was a beginning; keeping together in 2005 was progress; and working together through 2016 was a BIG success with not only the awarding of more than $100,250 in grants for enrichment in the arts, academics or athletics for every Gill-Montague student, but also the promoting of quality public education. We make every effort to enrich their learning, motivate their interest and develop a connection with our communities.

Our only fundraiser is our Annual Gala in April. It is a collaborative and community effort of many. It begins with underwriters and sponsors (who help defray the costs of the gala); advertisers, tier-givers and ticket sales (sustaining the grants); performers (contributing a percent of their merchandise and/or reduce their regular fee in support of the GMEF); technical staff, stage crew and food service staff (donating time and expertise); our local bakeries and other businesses (with in-kind contributions); and, finally, our patrons at the performance. It concludes with the awarding of grants for Gill-Montague students bringing their education to life. “Full circle!”

We are very excited about our next gala, because 2017 will mark the 40th Anniversary of the death of Elvis Presley. In tribute to his music and his legacy, the GMEF proudly presents “More Jukebox Memories,” featuring David Lee, winner of the 2015 International Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest. It’s the only contest sanctioned by Elvis Presley Enterprises.

We also welcome back The American Longboards, with their high-energy tribute to American rock ‘n’ roll featuring music of the 50s, 60s and 70s.

The passion of the Gill-Montague Educational Fund is to make a positive difference in the lives of students, parents, faculty and community. To learn more about our gala, the grants and our other enrichment opportunities, go to our website, www.thegmef.org.

Dominic Carme
Nancy Daniel-Green
Marty Espinola
Carol Gloski
Sue Hastings
Barbara Kuklewicz,
Kerri Brown-Lapointe
Kaitlyn Miner
Jane Oakes
Joyce Phillips
Jack Putala
Marie Putala
Riley Wood

The GMEF Board of Directors