• 38 Years of Transforming Lives

    A community of college-educated professionals and dedicated volunteers advancing education and empowering Washington, DC since 1988.

  • Poise & Paillettes | The 16th Annual Pink Hat Tea

    Join us April 26, 2026 for DC’s most elegant scholarship fundraiser — an afternoon of fabulous hats, sparkling fashion, and purpose that fuels futures for college-bound DC students.

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  • Lace Up for Education!

    The Annual Norma E. Boyd 5K Race for Education returns this September 2026. Plan to join us and run with purpose.

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  • Investing in Tomorrow's Leaders

    Congratulations to the 2024 Pearl and Ivy Educational Foundation Scholarship Recipients — your ambition inspires everything we do.

For 38 years, the Pearl and Ivy Educational Foundation has been investing in the students, scholars, and communities that shape Washington, DC's future. We are college-educated professionals and passionate volunteers — and we show up for this city.

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Education. Community. Purpose.

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You can make a difference in the lives of DC students by giving to PIEF.

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