The Hastings Catholic Education Foundation (HCEF) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for its 2026 Annual Scholarship Program. Two scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded to eligible high school graduates pursuing post-secondary education.
Students must meet the following criteria to apply:
● Must have attended St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School (SEAS) for three or more years.
● Must be an active participant in their parish.
● Must be planning to attend any form of post-secondary education, including community college, trade/technical school, or a 4-year college or university.
● Open to Catholic and non-Catholic alumni, entering their first year of post-secondary education, up to age 23.
Interested applicants may apply online by visiting HastingsCatholicEducationFoundation.org and selecting “Annual Scholarship Program.”
Applications are due by March 24, 2026.
Scholarship recipients will be announced in late April 2026 and will be invited to attend HCEF’s annual fundraiser, Spring Fling, on April 24, 2026, where they will be recognized.
For more information, visit: HastingsCatholicEducationFoundation.org
Contact: HastingsCatholicEdFoundation@gmail.com

About the Hastings Catholic Education Foundation
The Hastings Catholic Education Foundation (HCEF) enhances Catholic education in the Hastings, Minnesota area by providing essential financial aid and fostering community support. Through tuition assistance, scholarships, and investments in operational, capital, and technology needs, HCEF is committed to sustaining and expanding access to high-quality, faith-based education for every student.