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Our Story
The Croft School's South End location served families in Boston's South End for years. In March 2026, it was revealed that the school's previous management had committed significant financial fraud.
Parents organized immediately, forming South End Village Academy (SEVA) as a new registered nonprofit to ensure continuity for their children's education.
SEVA has a volunteer board of parents, a fundraising goal of $1.3 million, and has received over $600K in pledges from the community.
Key Facts
- Official Name
- South End Village Academy (SEVA)
- Location
- South End, Boston, Massachusetts
- Previously
- The Croft School, South End campus
- Founded
- March 2026
- Founded By
- Parent community of former Croft School South End students
- Structure
- Registered nonprofit organization
- Tax Status
- 501(c)(3) application pending
- Governance
- Volunteer parent-led board
- Financial Aid
- 58% of students receive financial aid (source: Niche.com)
- Values
- Committed to inclusion, diversity, and welcoming all family structures
- South End Campus
- Opened September 2022 as a more diverse, more affordable option for neighborhood families
- Fundraising Goal
- $1,300,000
- Pledged to Date
- $600,000 (as of March 24, 2026)
SEVA in the News
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Key Messages
On the situation
The Croft School's previous management committed financial fraud. Parents have come together to form a new nonprofit, South End Village Academy, to save the school.
On SEVA's mission
SEVA exists to ensure continuity for our children's education. We are a registered nonprofit run entirely by volunteer parents.
On fundraising
Our community has pledged over $600K toward our $1.3M goal. Every dollar goes to keeping teachers in classrooms and the doors open.
On getting involved
You can help by donating, sharing our story, or volunteering your skills.
Learn More
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South End Village Academy is a registered nonprofit organization.