Who Are We?
Hermiston Education Foundation (HEF) was established in 2005 as a nonprofit 501(c) 3. The Foundation has a board of individuals representing the Hermiston School District and the Hermiston community. We support grant opportunities that enrich classroom experiences as well as providing individual scholarships to graduating seniors of Hermiston High School. HEF funds have made an impact in many areas within the school district. Students in music, technology, fine arts, literature, science, and career/technical education programs have all benefited from these grants. These are just a few examples of the ways in which grant funds have enriched learning for students in our community.
HEF is extremely proud of the work being done within our schools, and is eager to spark new ideas and projects in the future. Please enjoy your evening, the delicious food, and time well spent with family, friends, and colleagues.
Hermiston Education Foundation
What We Provide
We’re a volunteered group of education professionals wanting more for students. See what makes us great.
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Scholarships
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Yearly Events
$55,000
Total amounts awarded
Each year, HEF hosts and sponsors several engaging events, including the Annual Dinner/Auction held on the first Saturday of February, which is our primary fundraiser. In the past, these funds have been used to sponsor Author visits, Dancing with Hermiston Stars, performances by the Portland Opera as well as other cultural and educational experiences for our students.
A grant application process is in place for staff members to use to supplement classroom needs and activities. In the past, monies have been used for technology, attending cultural events, supplementing band and choir robes and more.
In 2017, the Foundation realized one of its long-term goals when it established a college scholarship fund for graduating Hermiston High School seniors. The Foundation awarded six $2,500 scholarships in 2018, and increased to eight scholarships in 2019.
Eligible applicants must be current graduates of Hermiston High School with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applications are due on the last Friday in March, and winners will be notified by the end of April. The Foundation’s efforts in helping students realize their dream of attending college would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and community. Click on one of the tabs below to view the application form.