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
Meet & Greet, July 30, 2025 | New HEEF Executive Director Alexandra Hoyungowa
Get to meet the new HEEF Executive Director, Alex Hoyungowa, at the HEEF Office in Kykotsmovi, AZ, on July 30, 2025, from 9 AM to 11 AM MST! All are welcome to attend, and the event is free!
For additional information, you may email heef@hopieducationfund.org or contact 928-734-2275
We love the 2000s | HEEF reveals 25th Anniversary Logo for 2025
We at the Hopi Education Endowment Fund (HEEF) are thrilled to announce and kick off our 25th Anniversary Celebration campaign! Since November 20, 2000, the HEEF has made its mark on Hopitutskwa (Hopi Land), as the HEEF is now one of the longest-running charitable organizations affiliated with a tribal government in the United States.
Get a first look at our special commemorative HEEF 25th Anniversary logo honoring the 2000s era when the HEEF was created.
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.
