With only elementary and secondary schools on the island, Rapanui students must relocate to colleges
and universities thousands of miles away for post-secondary education. Started about 20 years ago by
EIF Director Marla Wold, the EIF scholarship program provides financial assistance to deserving Rapanui
students. Thanks to the generosity of many donors, over 100 students have received scholarships from
EIF to pursue or earn degrees in archaeology, education, construction, engineering, environmental
studies, maritime studies, nursing, dentistry and other professional tracks, and most have returned to
Rapa Nui to work for the benefit of their community.
About our scholarship programs...
Georgia Lee Memorial Award
This award honors the late Dr. Georgia Lee, EIF founder and noted researcher, who spent 10 years documenting the rock images of Rapa Nui.
Georgia Lee Memorial Award
$2000.00
Fraternal Order Of Moai
Roger Danger Carlson Award
This award honors the late William Danger Carlson, a valued member of the Fraternal Order of the Moai.
Fraternal Order Of Moai
Roger Danger Carlson Award
$2000.00
William LIller Memorial Award
This award honors the late Dr. William Liller, EIF founder and noted astronomer, who spent
many years studying Rapa Nui archaeological sites and astronomic alignments.
William LIller Memorial Award
$2000.00
Wold Family Foundation Award
Wold Family Foundation Award
$2000.00
Fraternal Order of Moai Award
Awarded by the EIF on behalf of the Fraternal Order of Moai Foundation, which serves to support Polynesian culture and improve communities through charitable acts.
Fraternal Order of Moai Award
$2000.00
Important selection criteria:
Requirements for ALL applicants:
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Be of Rapanui ancestry
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Have attended school on the island of Rapa Nui
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Be enrolled and in good academic standing (with passing grades) at an institution or university in 2025
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Have completed two years of undergraduate studies
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