Heroes of Education
Each Spring, The Heroes of Education Dinner honors those who have a proven personal and professional commitment to supporting students and educational opportunities. Sponsored by the Maricopa Community Colleges and the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation since 2006, these events have raised over $1.5 million in scholarships for Maricopa Community Colleges students. Also recognized are 10 College Heroes, one from each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, representing individuals, organizations or companies who have distinguished themselves by providing exceptional support and/or service to one of the Colleges.
Congratulations to our 2019 Hero of Education
Honoring Steven G. Seleznow
Due to the overwhelming support of our sponsors and their guests, this year’s event sold out.
If you would like to join in that support, you may make your contribution below.
We are grateful for your gift.
Past Heroes of Education Honorees
Dr. Carolyn Warner
Co-Founder and Chairman, Corporate Education Consulting, Inc.
2018 Honoree
Ioanna Morfessis
President, IO.Inc.
2017 Honoree
J. Doug Pruitt
Chairman, The Sundt Companies, Inc.
2016 Honoree
Linda Mazon Gutierrez
President CEO, Hispanic Women’s Corporation
2015 Honoree
Vince Roig
Founding Chairman, Helios Education Foundation
2014 Honoree
Edmundo Hidalgo
President & CEO, Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc.
2013 Honoree
Lisa Budinger
President and CEO, Arizona College Scholarship Foundation
2012 Honoree
Ronnie Lopez
Chairman, Phoenix International Consultants, Inc.
2011 Honoree
Phil Gordon
Mayor, City of Phoenix
2010 Honoree
Gerrit van Huisstede
Regional President, Wells Fargo Bank
2009 Honoree
Richard L. Boals
CEO, BlueCross BlueShield AZ
2008 Honoree
Ed Pastor
US Congressman, Arizona 4th District
2007 Honoree
Peter Fine
President & CEO, Banner Health
2006 Honoree