January 31, 2024, LOS ANGELES – HSF is delighted to announce the continuation of its longstanding partnership with the Walmart Foundation. This renewed collaboration will sustain support for key HSF initiatives, including HSF Technology programs, Scholarships, the Finance Conference, the National Leadership Conference, the STEM Summit, and comprehensive Support Services. The Walmart Foundation has been a valued partner of HSF since 1988, playing a crucial role in advancing educational opportunities and leadership development for students.

The extended partnership will enhance HSF’s Technology programs, which are designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the rapidly evolving tech industry. The Walmart Foundation’s support will also sustain HSF’s Scholarship, providing essential financial assistance to students pursuing higher education. Additionally, the partnership will continue to support the Finance Conference, the National Leadership Conference, and the STEM Summit, offering valuable insights and opportunities in these critical fields.

“We are thrilled to renew our partnership with the Walmart Foundation, a collaboration that has been pivotal in advancing our mission,” said Fidel Vargas, President & CEO, HSF. “Since 1988, the Walmart Foundation has been a steadfast supporter of our efforts to provide students with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. Their continued involvement is vital for helping us expand our programs and deepen our impact.”

We are enthusiastic about the future of this partnership with Walmart and the positive impact it will continue to have on students, helping them achieve their educational and career aspirations and prepare for successful futures.

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About HSF

Founded in 1975, HSF empowers students and parents with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing support services and scholarships to as many exceptional students, Scholars, and Alumni as possible. HSF strives to make college education a top priority for every family across the nation, mobilizing communities to proactively advance that goal—each individual, over a lifetime, in every way they can. HSF also seeks to give its Scholars all the tools they need to do well in their course work, graduate, enter, and excel in a profession, help lead our nation going forward, and mentor the generations to come. As one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations, HSF has awarded over $756 million in scholarships and provides a broad range of programs and support services for students, parents, HSF Scholars, and HSF Alumni. For more information about HSF, please visit HSF.net. 

About the Walmart Foundation

The Walmart Foundation is committed to creating opportunities and improving communities by supporting education, workforce development, and community engagement initiatives. Through its various programs and partnerships, the Walmart Foundation seeks to drive positive social impact and support the well-being of individuals and families in the communities it serves.