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The El Paso Independent School District Education Foundation is a non–profit organization whose main purpose is providing Classroom Impact Grants to teachers and scholarships to graduating high school seniors in our wonderful school district. Since its inception in 1994, our organization has provided more than a million dollars for these programs thanks to the commitment and investment of dedicated community and business partners.

All scholarships are restricted to furthering the student’s education including tuition, books, housing, and other related expenses, all at the discretion of the EPISD Education Foundation Board of Directors. All scholarships are awarded on a one-time basis and made without regard to race, creed, color, sex, religion, or national origin.

Additional Funds

The EPISD Education Foundation also includes a series of sub funds dedicated to scholarships to graduates of El Paso Independent School District and support special programs and projects that advance education:

  • Irvin Alumni & Ex Association Scholarship Fund
  • EPISD Fine Arts Fund
  • Coach Archie Duran Memorial Scholarship Fund
  • The Bone Children Scholarship Fund
  • Henderson Middle School Chess Club Fund
  • Raise Up the Bar Fund

Non-Cash

Tangible personal property. Examples may be real estate, oil, gas, or mineral interests.

Planned Gifts

Bequests, appreciated securities, life insurance, retirement plans, and charitable remainder trusts, and more.