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      Through its 42 scholarship funds, the Education Foundation has awarded more than $650,000 in scholarships to more than 600 students. The Foundation has also raised and distributed more than more than $350,000 through its Impact Teaching Programs.

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Understanding Financial Aid: Expenses & Expected Family Contribution

Posted on April 16, 2021

The estimated one year expenses listed on your financial aid offer are likely listed as “Cost of Attendance” and the Cost of Attendance could be a detailed section or a single line item on your financial aid letter. It’s critical to examine this section carefully and ask yourself, “What isn’t being included?” If the CoA section is detailed, the most common included items are tuition, fees, room, and board (for dorms). If the Cost of Attendance section isn’t detailed, we recommend looking on the college’s website as this information is publicly available.

But wait, there are other expenses to consider. Will you be living in a dorm, at home, or paying rent? Do you need to purchase a laptop or furniture? Will you be using public transportation or driving? How much will your textbooks cost each semester? What’s your monthly budget for groceries and takeout? It’s important to factor these costs into your Cost of Attendance. When building your spreadsheet, we recommend making a line for each of these costs. After all, paying for rent and public transportation in Portland is cheaper than doing the same in New York City — and there is no need to book a flight home from Portland.

The Expected Family Contribution number may look familiar. Colleges use the FAFSA (and sometimes CSS profile) to determine your EFC. The EFC listed on your aid offer is not necessarily what you are being asked to pay — this is simply the number that colleges use to determine your financial need and any need-based financial aid.

The Net Cost may not be included on your offer letter, but simply put: 

Net Cost = Cost of Attendance – Financial Aid (scholarships, grants, loans, etc.)

In short, the net cost is the amount of money you and your family are expected to pay for the year. If the net cost is included on your offer letter, remember to adjust it based on the additional estimated expenses discussed above.

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2021 College Scholarship Applications Now Available

Posted on March 16, 2021

Calling all university, community college, and vocational / trade school students. Applications for 2021 College Scholarships are now available. Find scholarships and apply at eschol.hrcef.org!

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MATCH MET! COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund Matching Grant – Donations Requested

Posted on October 12, 2020

Our spring 2020 donor match has been met! We are now fundraising to assist the HR County School District with distance learning expenses for the 20/21 school year.

With students and teachers now dependent on online instruction at least through the end of Fall 2020 semester, funds for books and supplies to send home to students, and improved WiFi capability, are greatly needed.  You can donate below, or send a check made payable to “HRCEF” to: COVID-19 Emergency Fund, Hood River County Education Foundation, 1011 Eugene St., Hood River, OR 97031. 

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Congratulations Karen Bullard!

Posted on August 18, 2020

Our raffle winner is Karen Bullard, who is so excited to be able to run local errands on her new e-bike from her home in Hood River! 
The fundraiser was a huge success, and we sold out of tickets days before the drawing on August 17th. Thank you to all of you who purchased tickets to support scholarships for Hood River County Students!
AND THANK YOU TO OREGON E-BIKES for making this raffle possible!
Laurie Stephens
Executive Director, HRCEF

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