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Welcome to the Hood River County Education Foundation

Enhancing education for students in the Hood River County School District

Through our 57 scholarship funds, the Education Foundation has awarded more than $2,500,000 in scholarships to more than 1000 students. The Foundation has also raised and distributed more than $500,000 through its Impact Teaching Programs.

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Our Scholars & Donors

You are helping me fund my life dream of giving back to the community who raised me!
Our family wanted to create a scholarship that recognizes community service and volunteerism, but we didn’t know where to start. Thanks to the Education Foundation, we’re now supporting amazing students every year as they strive to improve the world around them.
The continuing education scholarship helped me complete my degree while working full-time. I'm now the first college graduate in my family.

Program Highlights

All Elementary Schools grant project

Swim Lessons For Water Safety

Growing up in Hood River County means living and playing next to lakes, streams, and the Columbia River. Being safe and confident in the water is an important skill for children to learn, which is why HRCEF and Hood River Parks & Rec have partnered to fund swim lessons for all Kindergarten, second and fourth grade students in our district.

All Elementary Schools
Current
Wy'East Middle School grant project

Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler Field Trip

The Field Trip Grant provided us with the opportunity to extend our learning from the classroom to the Columbia River. Taking a ride on the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler was an ideal educational adventure for our 8th grade learners and staff. This experience allowed our students the opportunity to connect their learning targets directly to the native history of our region.

Wy'East Middle School
Jillian Jarvis 2022
May Street, Mid Valley, Parkdale & Westside Elementary Schools grant project

Accessible After-School Care

HRCEF provides need-based scholarships for after-school care at four elementary schools. After-school care provides a safe space for students to learn and play while parents work.

May Street, Mid Valley, Parkdale & Westside Elementary Schools
Champions Current