During last year’s 2023 HEEF Silent Auction, we showcased more than 80 artwork pieces, which helped us to raise more than $60,000 for educational possibilities. Native American and Hopi artists use passion and originality in their creations.
We are appreciative since their skills have made it possible for us to fulfill our mission to make our Hopi students' educational dreams come true.
2024 HEEF Silent Auction Artwork Donation
If you would like to submit and donate artwork for the 2024 Silent Auction, you may do so by completing the art donation form with the following button below. We kindly request that any contributed and culturally appropriate art, include the artist’s name, artist tribe (if applicable), year made, and value. When finished, please send the completed form to heef@hopieducationfund.org
Askwali / Kwak’wa / Thank you for your support in creating opportunities for scholarship & grant funding for Hopi students across the US to pursue their educational dreams!
The deadline for donating artwork for our upcoming 2024 Silent Auction is September 13, 2024. Art donations received past the September 13 deadline will be used in future auctions and raffles.
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 rattles 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 (1 available)
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 Sponsorship(s) available*
2024 HEEF Silent Auction Sponsorship
If you would like to inquiry about becoming a sponsor for our 2024 Silent Auction, please email jhongeva@hopieducationfund.org or call 928-734-2275, thank you.
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 Sponsorship(s) available*
The a’ya (rattle) design for the Supporter Sponsorship depicts those rattles 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.
Supporting Sponsorship(s) available*
If you are interested and would like to inquire about becoming a sponsor for our upcoming 2024 HEEF Silent Auction, please email jhongeva@hopieducationfund.org or call 928-734-2275, thank you.
See Photos from last year’s HEEF Silent Auction Grand Finale Event!
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 of your help.
