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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

Both Rod and Mary Anne were recipients of college scholarships which allowed them lengthy careers in seminary education. "Establishing a scholarship fund is one way we can provide that same boost to current students".
The continuing education scholarship helped me complete my degree while working full-time. I'm now the first college graduate in my family.
I share a passion for athletics and community that Steve shared with the Hood River Valley. I look forward to using your help to further my academics and carry on Steve’s commitment to the Gorge.

Program Highlights

Parkdale Elementary grant project

2nd Grade Visists Oregon Zoo

The best part about taking Parkdale kids to Portland and the zoo is that for SO many students it's their first time seeing the city and going to the zoo. It is a trip that they talk about years later. … It's a great opportunity for students to learn about habitat, conservation, and up close learning with amazing animals.

Parkdale Elementary
Celia Newton 2023
Hood River Valley High School grant project

From Garden to Table

"It was the best feeling when we saw the excitement and pride on the students faces both when they saw their plants germinate and grow and then again when we were able to harvest and use the ingredients in our end of year salad and salsa. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to purchase items to help further the learning and life skills of our most impacted students."

Hood River Valley High School
Patty Fateley 2023
All Elementary Schools grant project

Learning Local Ecology with SECRETS

Through hands-on lessons in the classroom and outdoors, students learn about ecology, local plants and wildlife, and the natural connections in their own backyard. SECRETS is a co-curricular program offered by the Gorge Discovery Center, and an HRCEF support ensure every 5th grade student experiences this unique learning opportunity.

All Elementary Schools
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