Make College Dreams a Reality for Hopi Students.
In 2000, Hopi Tribal leadership wisely vested funding for the Hopi sinom (people) and their need for higher educational opportunities by establishing the Hopi Education Endowment Fund for the purpose of raising funds for college scholarships.
Twenty-four years later, the HEEF has established beneficial relationships with private donors, foundations, and fellow American Indian first nations to grow the endowment for future generations to come. The future of Hopi is entwined with the diligent work of the HEEF to raise funds to grow the endowment into a long-lasting funding source for Hopi students.
(Photo Courtesy: the Hopi Tribe Grants & Scholarships Program)
Featured Class of 2025 Hopi graduates pictured here are from universities/higher education institutions such as Northern Arizona University (NAU), Fort Lewis College (FLC), University of Arizona (U of A), Arizona State University (ASU), University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and Mesa Community College.
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Hopi Education Endowment Fund News & Announcements
Nominations for the 2025 HEEF Board are now being accepted by the Hopi Education Endowment Fund (HEEF)
Interested in using your skills to help provide educational opportunities for students of the Hopi Tribe? We are seeking individuals with experience and expertise in various fields, including non-profit, business, finance, education, and law, to create educational opportunities for our Hopi people. Now until June 30, 2025, you may nominate someone who may be interested in becoming a HEEF Board Member.
From Recipient to Leader: Hopi Education Endowment Fund Names Former Scholarship Recipient as New Executive Director
In a powerful story of community investment coming full circle, the Hopi Education Endowment Fund (HEEF) proudly announces the appointment of Alexandra “Alex” Hoyungowa as its new Executive Director. A former HEEF scholarship recipient, Hoyungowa now returns to lead the very organization that helped shape her educational journey.
Arizona Gives Day 2025 has concluded!
We appreciate everyone who joined us for this Arizona Gives Day!
We met the matching challenge made by HEEF Board Member Pam Powell and Melvin Consulting PLLC, a Hopi-founded and led firm, and doubled the impact of your gifts during Power Hour. We are truly humbled by your generosity and look forward to keeping you apprised of the impact of your support throughout the year.
Early Giving for Arizona Gives Day 2025 has begun!
Join us in giving to our Hopi students in their educational journey as Arizona Gives Day kicks off! Arizona Gives Day is a day to celebrate and generously give to non-profits in the state of Arizona.
By giving the gift of education, you help to improve the lives of our Hopi students and make a critical difference in our Hopi communities.
The HEEF Announces Reopening of Executive Director Position
The Hopi Education Endowment Fund (HEEF) is pleased to reopen the search for its next Executive Director. HEEF and its Board of Directors are dedicated to identifying an inspiring and driven leader to advance the organization's mission and vision for the future. This decision reflects our commitment to ensuring strong and visionary leadership that will guide HEEF in empowering Hopi students through education.
The HEEF Celebrates Native American Heritage Month!
We are excited to celebrate throughout the month Indigenous knowledge, traditions, culture, and language. We are fortunate to be able to recognize these aspects of our community thanks to the resiliency of our ancestors. As a result, our HEEF students have a firm cultural foundation to guide them in their studies in college.
During the month of November, we will be celebrating Native American Heritage Month. This will wind us down to #GivingTuesday. We hope you will support us on Giving Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024!
