Foundation’s investment marks a continuation of support that first began with CREEED’s launch in 2014
The Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation has committed an additional $10 million to support CREEED’s efforts of increasing educational attainment for all students in El Paso. The extraordinary investment will support our mission to enhance education in the El Paso region, ensuring more students have the opportunity to succeed in college and beyond.
Ten years ago, the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation supported our launch with an initial $12 million gift, as well as another $8 million commitment to increase the number of high-performing schools in the El Paso region. With the Foundation’s support, and that of other investors, CREEED has worked to improve student outcomes by ensuring all students have access to a rigorous curriculum and high-quality schools, build a strong educator workforce by focusing on teacher training and retention, and empower parents with the goal of seeing more El Paso students graduate from high school and complete higher education.
“We welcome the opportunity to continue our support for CREEED and the students, teachers, and families of El Paso,” said Woody L. Hunt, chairman of the Foundation. “We firmly believe that better education outcomes create new opportunities for our young people and are key to the long-term prosperity of our region. That’s why education remains the top category in which we focus our giving, and why we consider CREEED such a valuable partner.”
“The support and investment from the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation has been catalytic to advancing our work of preparing all students in El Paso for success in higher education and the workforce,” said Eddie Rodriguez, CREEED’s executive director.
The Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation’s commitment empowers CREEED to continue breaking barriers, supporting educators, and providing students with the resources they need to thrive. Together, we’re shaping a brighter future for our community. Thank you, Hunt Family Foundation, for believing in our vision!