How much funding does Distinguished Alumni Awards provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Distinguished Alumni Awards?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around November.

How often is Distinguished Alumni Awards offered?

Distinguished Alumni Awards runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected November 1, 2026.

Distinguished Alumni Awards

Highland Park ISD Education Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~November

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: November 1, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: November

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Purpose: To honor Highland Park High School graduates and community leaders who have distinguished themselves through outstanding professional accomplishments, exemplary community service, and loyal support of the school district.

Program History: Started in 1989; nearly 160 honorees since inception

Geographic Scope: Highland Park High School alumni and community, Dallas, TX

Distinguished Alumni Award

Eligibility: Attended HPHS for minimum 2 years; at least 30 years of age at time of nomination
Note: Awards may be given posthumously with no age requirement
Fields of Achievement: Arts, athletics, business, education, entertainment, law, medicine, military, music, philanthropy, politics, public service, religion, science

Distinguished Young Alumni Award

Eligibility: Attended HPHS for minimum 2 years; graduated from HPHS; achieved great success in first 20 years after graduation
Note: Awards may be given posthumously with no age requirement
Fields of Achievement: Arts, athletics, business, education, entertainment, law, medicine, military, music, philanthropy, politics, public service, religion, science

Additional Awards

Highlander Award: Recognition of community service
Distinguished Service Award: Recognition of service contributions

Contact Information:

Phone: (214) 780-4060
Email: info@hpef.org
Address: 4201 Grassmere Lane, Dallas, TX 75205

Organization: Highland Park ISD Education Foundation, registered 501(c)3, Tax ID 75-1999200

Recent Honorees (2025):

Ken Crumley, MD (Class of 1959) - Distinguished Alumni Award
Garrett Boone (Class of 1961) - Distinguished Alumni Award
Jean Browne (Class of 1969) - Distinguished Alumni Award
Richard Bohac (Class of 1964) - Distinguished Service Award
Bob Clark (Class of 1964) - Highlander Award

How to Apply

Nomination Process for Distinguished Alumni Awards

Timeline:
- Nomination Deadline: November 1, 2026 (for 2027 awards)
- Nominations open: January of each year
Submit nomination: Details on specific nomination process and form available on the awards criteria page
Required information: Must meet eligibility criteria specific to award category
Contact for questions:
- Phone: (214) 780-4060
- Email: info@hpef.org