The HEEF Silent Auction has concluded!
We would like to thank everyone who supported our auction, and those who attended the in-person Grand Finale Event. We would also like to thank our generous sponsors, art, and raffle donors! We could not have accomplished this wonderful event without your support. Our Hopi students will have funding available well into the future, in large part to all your help.
The HEEF staff are still calculating the amount of money raised for the event. There was tremendous support ranging from art bids to sale of raffle tickets and general donations to the HEEF. We will keep you updated on the success of the event.
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Last year, we showcased over 50 art pieces for the 2022 HEEF Silent Auction, that helped us to raise over $20,000 for educational opportunities. Hopi artists and Native artists demonstrate passion and creativity in their work. We are grateful, as their talents have helped us to make educational dreams come true.
This year, we are hoping for similar success. Tickets ($10 each) for the 2023 HEEF Silent Auction Grand Finale In-person Event at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, on August 5th, 2023 from 6PM - 8PM (MST/Arizona), are now available at the link below.
The Hopi a’ya (rattle) is an instrument, used by male dancers during Hopi dances or ceremonies. Rattles painted with designs are given to young boys in their adolescents. The sound the rattle makes is to mimic the sound of rain. In modern times, Hopi artists have expanded beyond traditional designs, and have incorporated more detailed rattle pieces into their art portfolio.
The a’ya (rattle) design for the Title Sponsorship depicts those rattle’s that are given to young boys during the Powamuya (cleansing moon) ceremony from the Katsina Spirits. The design represents the journey of Hopi ancestors and purity.
Title Sponsor
The a’ya (rattle) design for the Heritage Sponsorship depicts those rattle’s that are given to young boys during the Powamuya (cleansing moon) ceremony from the Katsina Spirits. The design represents the 4 directions of the earth, with the turkey feathers representing prayer for warmth.
Heritage Sponsor
The a’ya (rattle) design for the Premier Sponsorship depicts those rattle’s that are given to young boys during the Powamuya (cleansing moon) ceremony from the Katsina Spirits. The design represents the 4 directions of the earth, with the turkey feathers representing prayer for warmth.
Premier Sponsors
The a’ya (rattle) design for the Major Sponsorship depicts rattles that are used during the Buffalo Dance. The design represents the winter stars and snow of the Hopi mesa, with the four points on the outer design representing the four directions.
Major Sponsors
The a’ya (rattle) design for the Supporter Sponsorship depicts those rattle’s that are given to newborn babies during the Powamuya (cleansing moon) ceremony from the Katsina Spirits. The design represents bird tracks, which signifies baby birds leaving the nest for the first time.
