"HEEF to Host Art Sale to Benefit Hopi Students"

The Hopi Education Endowment Fund (HEEF) will hold an art sale in Phoenix on Saturday, March 5th and Sunday, March 6th, 2011 at the Inter-Tribal Council of Arizona (2214 N. Central Ave, directly across from the Heard Museum) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Titled "2011 HEEF Art Sale - Benefitting Hopi Students", through the sale of donated art pieces from renowned artists such as Dan Namingha, Tony Abeyta, Iva Honyestewa and others, it is the goal of HEEF to raise funds that will go towards the support of Hopi students in the form of grants and scholarships as well as supporting Hopi educational programs. In addition, other items such as a "Three Corn Maidens" Pendleton blanket, jewelry and more will be available as prizes during a raffle to be conducted at the sale. HEEF Executive Director LuAnn Leonard stated, "We invite and welcome everyone to join us at our event as this is not only a great opportunity to purchase art and raffle tickets, but to also support and learn about HEEF and the many ways the organization contributes to future generations of Hopi students."

In support of HEEF's efforts and the event, 27 artists have joined the financial commitments of Premiere Sponsor Central Arizona Project, Major Sponsor Husk Partners and Supporter Sponsor Walker & Armstrong, LLC in donating an art piece. HEEF Development/Resource Manager Vernon Kahe stated, "We're very grateful to our sponsors, and with their support we look forward to hosting a wonderful event." He also added that the HEEF is still accepting sponsorship.

Since being established by the Hopi Tribal Council in 2000, the HEEF has provided over $5 million in funding for scholarships, grants and educational programs for the Hopi people. To donate artwork/purchase raffle tickets contact the HEEF staff at 928-734-2275 or email heef@hopieducationfund.org The HEEF is a 7871 (a) charitable non-profit organization. All contributions and donations are tax-deductible.