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
This scholarship provides me with the means to pursue my educational goals but also motivates me to give back to this community. I am eager to honor your investment in my future.
The Impact Teaching Grant gave me the resources to bring hands-on science experiments to my classroom. My students are more engaged than ever!
Thank you for believing in me and my potential. I am committed to making the most of this great opportunity you have given me.
Program Highlights
Arts in Education
The Artist in Residence Program brings visual, performing, literary, and media arts directly into schools, giving students hands-on opportunities to explore creativity and self-expression, all led by professional artists. HRCEF provides grants to ensure all 1st and 3rd grade students in the school district can experience the joy of learning through art.
All Elementary Schools
Lifetime Balance Skills
"There is a high need in our school for active opportunities that fall outside the scope of traditional ball sports. Rollerblading is an activity that can be easily learned by young students, and by doing so they will acquire a lifetime's worth of transferable balance skills. … The kids were so, so excited to rollerblade each day, and they were so supportive of each other and helping their friends and classmates learn to skate. There's probably 20-40 kids that are going to get rollerblades for Christmas now because of this grant, because so many kids want to keep doing it outside of school. We are all really grateful that this was made possible this year. Thank you!"
Parkdale Elementary
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
