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HEF Rallies the Love of Learning for Hopkins Students

The Hopkins Education Foundation (HEF) partners with the Hopkins Public Schools community to enrich students with new learning experiences and resources. Since 1995, HEF has awarded $3.8 million in funds to support Hopkins Public Schools students, teachers, and staff in their endeavors.
Join us and rally the love for learning!

“Thank you for everything you do to help us do our work even better. I feel like HEF has our backs, and that level of support is simply amazing. ”
— Robert Mullen, Pre-K teacher, Glen Lake Elementary, KIBO Coding Robot Spark Grant

We Celebrate and Support Hopkins

  • Gratitude Gifts

    Thank Hopkins teachers and staff or thank your coworker. Gratitude Gifts ($25 ea) include a personalized note, sweet treat, and a restaurant gift card. Order today and we will deliver before winter break. Orders close December 9.

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  • Fall Spark Grants

    We are thrilled to announce our seven fall Spark Grant recipients, which will bring supplies like binoculars, cameras, and books; provide expert mentorship for jazz students and the new drumline; and support a new coffee cart and sustainable energy initiative.

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  • Time to Give Back

    Help us amplify the brilliance of our teachers and students by donating on Give to the Max Day, November 21. Every donation makes a difference. Together, your gifts help us fund amazing projects and provide needed resources for Hopkins students.

    donate today

We Ignite the Spark

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    We Spark Innovation

    With our annual Special Project we offer a unique way to back new ideas within Hopkins Public Schools.

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    We Spark Empowerment

    Through Spark Grants, we help teachers and staff to pursue their curiosity and spark a love of learning.

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    We Spark Engagement

    We encourage student creativity and engagement with our Awesome Fund club grants.

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Give to the Max Day is tomorrow. Help fund great classroom projects for Hopkins students of all ages. You donate. Hopkins students benefit. Link in bio #GTMD24
🌟 Your gifts make a difference for @hopkinsschools students! On @givemn Give to the Max Day, let’s come together to kickstart innovative classroom projects that inspire and empower our future leaders. Every donation counts, no matter the size!
YOU can help kickstart interesting projects and bring additional resources to @hopkinsschools students! Support HEF this @givemn Give to the Max Day, and you'll be supporting our classroom Spark Grants! Give early or give on Minnesota's biggest day o
On Dec. 9, enjoy a night out at @bearcavebrewing in Hopkins. When you select "Hopkins Education Foundation" in your bill, 20% of your order will go toward helping kickstart projects that benefit Hopkins students.

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