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
Thank you for believing in me and my potential. I am committed to making the most of this great opportunity you have given me.
Thank you for your continued support of the arts in our schools. You have let me be creative with the kids and my program is flourishing because of it.
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
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
Little Steps, Big Dreams (529 College Savings Plan)
HRCEF matches the $100 Oregon provides when kindergarten parents open a 529 college savings plan with the Oregon Treasury — giving parents a $200 head start on savings for college. With regular contributions this fund will grow over time, allowing your child to use these funds tax-free for a vocational, two-year or four-year degree.
All Elementary Schools
Family Literacy Night
Literacy Night is a new program that helps students build reading skills by working with parents to support reading at home. The pilot implementation of this program resulted in all participating students reading at or above grade level. In 2025, the Opportunity Fund provided funding to enable the district to launch Literacy Night at all elementary schools.
All Elementary Schools
