Upcoming Events
Night of 11,000 Stars 2023
Event Date: Saturday, October 7, 2023
Location: Ford Alumni Center, 1720 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
Join us for a magical, starry night at the 14th annual Night of Eleven Thousand Stars Gala & Auction, sponsored by Sierra Pacific Industries and International Paper!
We need your help to raise funds in support of the nearly 11,000 students attending Springfield Public Schools. This fun and elegant event will be held at the University of Oregon Ford Alumni Center on Saturday, October 7th from 5-9 pm. We invite community members, sponsors, and friends to attend to show support for the deserving students and dedicated teachers in our school district.


Jazz & Bubbles After Party 2023
Event Date: Sunday, November 5, 2023
Location: Tavern on Main, 338 Main St., Springfield, OR 97477
Celebrate the success of our annual fundraiser at this elegant event! Guests will be entertained by internationally renowned jazz vocalist and Springfield Alum Gina Saputo. Included with entry are delicious appetizers, a complimentary welcome glass of bubbles, beer, and wine. Specialty cocktails are available. Guests are welcome to wear their finest jazz-era attire (think art-deco or Great Gatsby)!

Past Events
Night of 11,000 Stars
SEF’s biggest fundraiser of the year, which supports the nearly 11,000 students attending Springfield Public Schools.


SEF Jazz & Bubbles After Party
This classy get-together is a fun celebration of the success of the Night of 11,000 Stars.
Honor Roll
This exclusive event recognized SEF’s Honor Roll Society Members at a special dinner reception.


SEF Grant Tour
The most fun tour of the year! SEF friends and volunteers surprise Grant Recipients each June with funded grants.
SEF Summer Luau
SEF Board Members, staff, and friends enjoy a festive BBQ in the summertime, celebrate SEF Grant Recipients, and listen to live entertainment.
