Scholarship Search

The 100^th Infantry Battalion Veterans Memorial Scholarship Fund was created in 2006 by the 100^th Infantry Battalion Veterans.  The scholarship's goal is to promote awareness of the accomplishments of the 100th Infantry Battalion veterans of WWII and to perpetuate its legacy of continuing service by rewarding direct descendants of the veterans who demonstrate these values and beliefs.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate academic achievement, minimum GPA of 2.7
• Attend an accredited two-or-four year college or university, undergraduate or graduate student
• Be a full-time student (12 credits undergraduate, 6-9 credits graduate)
• Be a direct descendant of a 100th Infantry Battalion World War II veteran.
• Show potential for promoting the legacy of the 100^th Infantry Battalion of World War II (additional essay).
• Active in extra-curricular activities and community service.
• Do not need to be a Hawaii resident
• Do not need to demonstrate financial need
• Applicants will identify name of veteran and relationship.  Verification will be confirmed through the 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans Office Manager.

The A & B Ohana Scholarship Fund was started in 2010 to support dependent children of Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. employees.
 
Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Full-time students carrying not less than the equivalent of 12 credits each semester
• Post-high school education
• Must be attending a college or university in the United States holding a 501(c)3 status

Preference:

• For dependent children of full-time employees of Alexander & Baldwin, Inc.  Employees must have completed at least one year of full time continuous service as of the application deadline.
• Students completing community college or vocational school and transferring to a 4-year college are eligible.
• Students eligible for renewable scholarship grants for four consecutive years as long as the parent/guardian remains employed at Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. and the student maintains a GPA of 2.7.
• A student who loses eligibility may reapply as a new applicant (and be considered with all other applicants), but will be limited to the aggregate four-year cap.

AAUW Honolulu Branch is one of over 1,000 branches nationwide of the American Association of University Women.  AAUW is the nation's leading voice promoting equity and education for women and girls.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full time undergraduate student, or a graduate (part-time or full-time) student
• Attend a college or university located in the State of Hawaii
• GPA 3.0 or above
• Female student
• 2 Letters of Recommendation

This scholarship was established to further the education of ABC Stores' employees and their dependents.  Awardees are chosen for their academic promise and commitment to higher education.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum GPA of at least 2.7
• Employees or dependents of employees of ABC Stores or Company Island Gourmet Markets locations (Hawai'i, Nevada, Saipan and Guam

Preference:

• Preference will be shown to students who have performed community service and who have extra curricular activities

The AES Hawaii Scholarship Fund - Hawaii Island was created in 2022. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarship grants to students seeking higher education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Students pursuing a degree that may include a focus on or leading to a career in sustainable/renewable energy (e.g. Applied Science, Architecture, Architectural Engineering & Construction Technology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Communications, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Technology/Repair, Engineering-Construction/Management, Engineering Technology-Electrical, Engineering-Electrical, Engineering-Environmental, Engineering Science, Energy Management, Energy Studies, Energy Systems Management, Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Environmental Sustainability, Finance, Geography, Geology, Geophysics, Geoscience, Law, Landscape Architecture, Natural Resources Management, Renewable Energy and Island Sustainability, Renewable Energy Engineering, Sustainability-Construction Technology, Sustainable Environmental Design, Sustainability & Renewal Energy, Sustainable Science Management, Sustainability Studies, or similar fields of study.
• Students from Hawaii Island

Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

The following preferences shall aid in the selection of recipients should the need arise:

• Residents of Waikoloa: 96738

The AES Hawaii Scholarship Fund - Kauai was created in 2022. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarship grants to students seeking higher education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Students pursuing a degree that may include a focus on or leading to a career in sustainable/renewable energy (e.g. Applied Science, Architecture, Architectural Engineering & Construction Technology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Communications, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Technology/Repair, Engineering-Construction/Management, Engineering Technology-Electrical, Engineering-Electrical, Engineering-Environmental, Engineering Science, Energy Management, Energy Studies, Energy Systems Management, Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Environmental Sustainability, Finance, Geography, Geology, Geophysics, Geoscience, Law, Landscape Architecture, Natural Resources Management, Renewable Energy and Island Sustainability, Renewable Energy Engineering, Sustainability-Construction Technology, Sustainable Environmental Design, Sustainability & Renewal Energy, Sustainable Science Management, Sustainability Studies, or similar fields of study.
• Students from Kauai Island

Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

The following preferences shall aid in the selection of recipients should the need arise:

• Residents of Lawai: 96741, 96756, 96765
• Residents of West Kauai Energy Project (WKEP) /Kekaha: 96752

The AES Hawaii Scholarship Fund - Maui Island was created in 2022. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarship grants to students seeking higher education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Students pursuing a degree that may include a focus on or leading to a career in sustainable/renewable energy (e.g. Applied Science, Architecture, Architectural Engineering & Construction Technology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Communications, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Technology/Repair, Engineering-Construction/Management, Engineering Technology-Electrical, Engineering-Electrical, Engineering-Environmental, Engineering Science, Energy Management, Energy Studies, Energy Systems Management, Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Environmental Sustainability, Finance, Geography, Geology, Geophysics, Geoscience, Law, Landscape Architecture, Natural Resources Management, Renewable Energy and Island Sustainability, Renewable Energy Engineering, Sustainability-Construction Technology, Sustainable Environmental Design, Sustainability & Renewal Energy, Sustainable Science Management, Sustainability Studies, or similar fields of study.
• Students from Maui Island

Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

The following preferences shall aid in the selection of recipients should the need arise:

• Residents of Kuihelani: 96732, 96753, 96793

The AES Hawaii Scholarship Fund - Oahu was created in 2022. The purpose of the Fund is to provide scholarship grants in furtherance of post-secondary education.

Standard minimum criteria that will be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Students pursuing a degree that may include a focus on or leading to a career in sustainable/renewable energy (including but not limited to -Applied Science, -Architecture, -Architectural Engineering & Construction Technology, -Biochemistry, -Chemistry, -Civil Engineering, -Communications, -Construction Engineering, Construction Management, -Electrical Technology/Repair, -Engineering Construction/Management, -Engineering Technology, -Electrical Engineering, -Engineering Science, -Energy Management, -Energy Studies, Energy Systems Management, -Engineering Technology, -Environmental Science, -Earth Science, -Environmental Sustainability, -Finance, -Geography, -Geology, -Geophysics, -Geosciences, -Law, -Landscape Architecture, -Natural Resources Management, -Renewable Energy and Island Sustainability, -Renewable Energy Engineering, -Sustainability - Construction Technology, -Sustainable Environmental Design, -Sustainability & Renewal Energy, -Sustainable Science Management, -Sustainability Studies).
• Resident of the Island of Oahu
• Minimum GPA of 2.5

Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet 
the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

The following preferences (in order of priority) shall aid in the selection of recipients should the need arise:
-Residents of the AES Mountain View Solar (96792), Waiawa Phase 2 (96782, 96789, 96797), West Oahu (96706, 96707), and Na Pua Makani (96712, 96731, 96762)

Aiea General Hospital closed its doors in 1983. With the hospital's remaining assets, its Board of Directors established a trust in 1985 as an expression of gratitude to area residents for their many years of support.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of one of these Leeward O'ahu zip code areas: 96701, 96706, 96707, 96782, 96792 or 96797
• Be an undergraduate college student majoring in a health-related field
• Be enrolled as a full-time student
• Attend an accredited, two or four year college or university
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum GPA of 2.5

Preferences:

• Former recipients
• Majors in which there are current shortages
• Students likely to return to work in Hawai'i
• Students with a GPA between 2.5 & 3.75

The Alan and Grace Tenn Scholarship Fund was established to benefit undergraduate senior or graduate level students majoring in education at an institution in the state of Hawai’i.

Requirements: 

• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum GPA (grade point average) of 2.7
• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii 
• Be a senior or graduate level student majoring in education at a school within the State of Hawaii 

Preferences:

• Residents from Hawaii Island
• Students who are planning to teach or provide counseling within the education system

The Albert and Dorothy Shigekuni Scholarship fund was created in 2013.  It is the intention and desire of the Donors that the Fund be used to provide scholarship grants. 
 
Requirements:

• Hawai'i resident
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum GPA (grade point average) of 3.1
• Attend full-time
• Undergraduate student
• Enrolled in a University of Hawaii System school

Preference:

• Pursue one semester or one year study abroad program through the University of Hawaii System
• For students who have not traveled outside of Hawaii

To provide scholarship grants to residents of Hawaii demonstrating financial need, academic merit, and good character and attending an accredited post high school institution with preference for vocational education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Academic merit
• Good character
• Attend an accredited post high school institution

Preference:

• Vocational education
  • Renewable for a second year
• Attend at least half time
• Minimum GPA of 2.5

 

The Allan Eldin & Agnes Sutorik Geiger Scholarship Fund was created in 2005, by the Agnes Sutorik Geiger Revocable Trust.  The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarships to qualifying students attending accredited colleges and/or universities studying veterinary science.
 
Requirements:

• Students attending accredited college and/or universities studying veterinary science or medicine

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing or maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

 

Alma White was a long-time teacher and principal in Hawai'i.  Upon her passing, she left a great part of her assets to the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, Delta Chapter, of which she was a member. The Society is an educational society dedicated to the advancement of women educators. The Chapter members established this scholarship which will enable future generations of Hawai'i students to pursue teaching as their life's calling.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Major in Education

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was created by the Aloha Prince Hall Hawaii Foundation to support graduating high school seniors pursuing a post-secondary degree.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7
• Graduating HS senior
• Attend full time at an accredited 4 year college or university in the U.S.
• Pursue an undergraduate degree

Preference

• Higher academic achievement, higher financial need, community service and/or extra curricular activities.
• Renewals

This scholarship was established to honor Minerva Jean Falcon, the Honolulu Consul General of the Republic of the Philippines from 1996-2000.  While in Hawaii, Ambassador Falcon dedicated herself to helping many organizations and promoting projects that benefit all communities throughout the state.  Ambassador Falcon established this scholarship in the spirit of giving back to the state of Hawaii, and with generous contributions from many community members, the scholarship will live on for years to come.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited institution in the State of Hawaii

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Filipino ancestry

The Jane Suganuma Memorial Scholarship Fund was created in 1987 by her friends and colleagues to honor Jane, an outstanding print production person in Honolulu.  With additional assistance from the American Institute of Graphic Arts Honolulu Chapter this scholarship supports students who demonstrate a commitment to print production, especially those who will stay in Hawaii and share what they have learned.
 
Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Major in Graphic Design, Visual Communication or Commercial Arts

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:Preferences:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Anna K. Gower and Annabelle K. Gower Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 to benefit students of Native Hawaiian ancestry who display academic merit and good character.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Native Hawaiian ancestry

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was established in 2003 to memorialize Anthony Alexander, Andrew Delos Reyes, and Jeremy Tolentino all of which were students of Mililani High School.

Requirements: 

• Current Mililani High School senior
• Demonstrate financial need
• Essay required- In addition to your Personal Statement, write an essay on the subject of drinking and driving under the influence, highway safety or another related subject.

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This fund was established in 2022 to support postsecondary education students who are historically non-traditional in their college journeys.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Non-traditional, undergraduate students, enrolled as full-time or part-time, and in good academic standing (C+ or better)
• Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

This fund was set up by the granddaughter of Arthur Jackman, a man who came to this country in the early 1900s and built his business working from the bottom up in the steel industry.  The purpose of this fund is to provide scholarships to students seeking training specifically to gain employment. 

Requirements:

• Resident of Hawai’i Island
• Demonstrate financial need
• Enrolled in a technical/vocational college or program at a community college

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Resident of West Oahu, as defined by the following cities/zip codes:
  • Ewa Beach 96706
  • Kapolei 96707
  • Kunia 96759
  • Wahiawa 96786
  • Waialua 96791
  • Waianae 96792
  • Waipahu 96797
• Enrolled at an accredited two or four-year college or university in the State of Hawaii.
• Pursuing a degree in Travel Industry Management (hospitality/tourism) or Hawaiian Studies (language/culture).

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

Additional preference:

• Student of Native Hawaiian descent, as self-identified through the application process.

This fund was created by Balarama Dasa in 1999 with the intention and desire to provide scholarships to Waipahu High School graduates attending an accredited post-high school institution, demonstrating financial need and academic potential.

Requirements:

• Waipahu High School graduates
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing or maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii

Bank of Hawaii believes that young people deserve the opportunity to succeed. The Bank of Hawaii Foundation Scholarship Fund offers financial assistance to college-bound children and grandchildren of Bank of Hawaii employees. Bank of Hawaii views this Scholarship Fund as a necessary investment in the future—for scholarship recipients, the local community and the country.

Requirements:

• High school senior or graduate or individual who has obtained or will have obtained their high school equivalency
• Child or grandchild of an active-status employee of Bank of Hawaii Corporation or any of its subsidiaries with at least one year of active employment
• Enroll as a full-time degree candidate in an accredited education institution located in the U.S., including its territories
• Undergraduate level
• Minimum GPA of 2.0

The Barbara and Selden Burtch Scholarship Fund was created in 2021 to provide scholarships in furtherance of post-secondary education goals:

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Ggood academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Be a graduate of Waimea High School, Kauai High School, or Kapaa High School

Preferences:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility  requirements and is in good standing.

The Cayetano Foundation provides opportunities in higher education to exceptional Hawai'i students - especially those who have demonstrated perseverance and determination in the face of difficult financial and social obstacles. Governor Benjamin Cayetano's personal experiences and awareness of the hardships of others were part of the impetus for creating this scholarship.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate Financial need
• Be in good academic standing

Preferences:

• Graduate of Wallace Rider Farrington High School

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Cayetano Foundation provides opportunities in higher education to exceptional Hawai'i students - especially those who have demonstrated perseverance and determination in the face of difficult financial and social obstacles. Governor Benjamin Cayetano's personal experiences and awareness of the hardships of others were part of the impetus for creating this scholarship.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate Financial need
• Be in good academic standing

Preferences:

• Graduate of Damien Memorial School

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Betty Bell Scholarship for Kauai Women was established in 2020, to benefit women from Kauai who exhibit strong work ethic and may not normally have the opportunity to go to college.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Be a resident of Kauai island
• Be a female student

Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet
the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

Preferences (in order of priority):

• Students who are working mothers and returning learners (i.e. students who may have started but did not complete a degree and are now returning for degree completion).
• Students who are working mothers
• Students who are returning learners

This scholarship was created in 2022 to support Hawaii Island high school students to pursue a degree in culinary arts.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Pursue a degree in culinary arts
• Be a graduate of a Hawaii Island High School

Preferences:

• Renewals

This scholarship was established in 1995 to honor Irwin "Bick" Bickson, a lawyer and entrepreneur. Bick Bickson held the first Budget Rent-a-Car franchise in the world and was a leader in the tourism industry in Hawaii. This scholarship benefits deserving students pursuing studies in Marketing, Law, or Travel Industry Management.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing, or maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional preference:

• Major in Marketing, Law, or Travel Industry Management

This scholarship was created by the family of Blossom Kalama Evans with donations from the Big Island Girls Golf Club. Blossom Kalama Evans was a long-time resident of Hilo and a leading woman golfer on the Big Island where she formed the Big Island Hawaiian Girls Golf Club. She was devoted to assisting the people of Hawai'i.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Attend an institution in the State of Hawai’i

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing or maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Demonstrate financial need

Preferences:

• Major in Hawaiian language, or other fields related to the history, culture and arts of native Hawaiians
• Hawaiian ancestry
• Two letters of recommendation

The Booz Allen Hawaii Scholarship Fund was created in October 2007 by Booz Allen Hamilton.  The purpose of the Fund is to provide scholarship grants to Hawai’i residents planning to attend an accredited four-year college or university.
 
Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Resident of the State of Hawaii or a dependent of a military member stationed in Hawai'i
• Minimum GPA 3.0
• Attend a four-year accredited college or university
• Be an undergraduate student
• Participate in community service projects or activities

This scholarship was established in 1991 by Charles Chidiac to honor Ka'u High School students.
 
Requirements:

• Graduate of Ka‘u High School

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Candon, Todd, & Seabolt Scholarship Fund was established in 2006 to benefit applicants studying Accounting or Finance.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Attend an accredited college or university as a junior or senior
• Major in Accounting and/or Finance

Preference:

• Previous recipients

Castle & Cooke Hawaii, Inc. created this fund in 1995.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in satisfactory academic standing or progress (equivalent to a cumulative GPA of 2.0)

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Attend an accredited, two or four year institution within the US (including US territories)
• Undergraduate or Graduate degree seeking student
• Be a dependent child or grandchild of a current employee with at least one year of service with a Castle and        Cooke companies doing business in Hawaii.

Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

 

Castle & Cooke Properties created this fund when they built the Mililani Technology Park as a way of recognizing outstanding students from Central O'ahu and to encourage studies in high technology fields.
 
Requirements:

• Graduate of Leilehua, Mililani or Waialua High School

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preferences:

• Major in a high technology field, such as science and engineering

This scholarship was established by Catrala - Hawaii, a non-profit trade organization, to provide financial support for high school seniors with a preference for students pursuing a degree in Travel Industry Management, Business or Marketing.

Requirements:
 

• Be a resident of State of Hawaii
• Graduating high school senior
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time student at an accredited two or four year college or university
• GPA must be between 2.5 – 3.5
• Community Service demonstrating leadership

Preference:

• Students intending to pursue a degree in Travel Industry Management, Business or Marketing

Celeste Hayo was a graduate of King Kekaulike High School who lost her life in a moped accident in Bali. 
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit insitution within the US (including US territories)
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Graduate of King Kekaulike High School
• Minimum 2.5 GPA

Preferences: 

• High preference for a high school or former high school athlete
• High preference for a student pursuing a career in the medical field with a preference for a nursing major
• Preference for a student who has performed community service

This scholarship was established in 2020 by the Board of Directors for the Charles & Mitch Ota Foundation. Created in memory of the lifelong Maui residents, Charles and Mitch Ota who shared a deep love for their island home and left a lasting legacy for its children. During their lifetime, the Otas quietly supported hundreds of students at Maui schools, focusing on those who desired to go to college, but had not yet found the means to reach that goal due to lack of experiences, resources and structure.
The Otas firmly believed that if college led students to destinations beyond Maui, to new lifestyles and cultures, the student’s growth as a person would be greatly enhanced. Their hope was that those students would return to Maui, bringing all that they had learned back to benefit the community.

This scholarship is to benefit students from Maui that participated in Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) to attend a college or university outside of Maui County, either on other Hawai‘i islands or on the continental U.S., with the intention to sustain support for scholarship recipients through their undergraduate education.   

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a high school senior or previous graduate of Maui High School, King Kekaulike High School, or Molokai High School with preference being given to current high school seniors
• Candidate must have participated in the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program while in high school, with preference for candidates who have completed at least three years of acceptable AVID classes displayed on your high school transcript
  • • 9th - TGG8090
    • 10th - TGG8100
    • 11th - TGG8110
    • 12th - TGG8120
• Attend an accredited, two year or four year, public or private not-for-profit post-secondary institution in Hawai‘i (outside of Maui County) or on the continental US
• Attend college as a full-time student (as determined by the college’s financial aid office)
• GPA of 2.7
• Renewal candidates must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 in college

The Clarence and Virginia Young Trust Scholarship was established in 2015 to support Hawaii public high school graduates at the University of Hawaii. 

Requirements:

• Be a resident of State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Be an outstanding Hawaii public high school graduate
• Major in Education
• Attend University of Hawai'i – Manoa, University of Hawai'i – Hilo or University of Hawai'i – Maui or University of Hawai'i -- West O'ahu
• Attend Full-Time

Preference:

• Previous year recipients

This is a pooled fund supported by many donors to promote educational opportunities for Hawaii residents by providing scholarships and grants.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship is funded by Dr. Cora Manayan, a prominent doctor and community activist in Hawai'i. To Dr. Manayan, living the good life means dedicating one's life to serving others. Understanding the value of education, she established this fund to open the doors of education to others like her.
 
Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Filipino ancestry

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was set up by C. Jean Shewey in honor of her late son Craig D. Newnan, the founder of Expeditions, the only passenger ferry running between Lahaina, Maui, and Manele Harbor, Lana'i.

Requirements:

• Lana‘i High School graduate

Preference:

• Students in the fields of Education, Travel Industry Management, or studies related to the Maritime Industry
• Those intending to return to Lana'i to live and work

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Mr. & Mrs. Lutkenhouse founded the Hawai'i Tropical Botanical Garden as a nature preserve and sanctuary, a living seed bank, and a study center for trees and plants of the tropical world. They created this fund to benefit the youth in the community in which they live.

Requirements:

• Resident of the Hilo Coast and the Hamakua Coast, north of the Wailuku River
• Major in Agriculture, Science, Medicine, Nursing and other skilled lab and X-ray programs

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Created in 2019 by Ohana 100 (the Daniel Kahikina Akaka Family Foundation) in memory of Daniel K. Akaka, a US senator who served Hawaii from 1990 to 2013, and his wife, Millie.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additionally the donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Attend an accredited 2-year or 4-year college
• Be a full-time student
• Demonstrate a substantial connection to Hawaii
• Demonstrate good character, including community service, leadership, and civic involvement.

Preferences (in order of priority):

1. Major in Education, Environmental Studies, Healthcare related fields (i.e. medicine, nursing, healthcare administration) or Music
2. Candidates with higher academic merit, including a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
3. Class standing as an undergraduate college sophomore or above

Additional Preferences:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing

This scholarship was established by the family of David L. Irons, a man who was known for his fairness and sense of justice, his commitment to the community, his sense of humor, and his concern and interest in the legal system. The scholarship is to benefit one deserving Punahou student.
 
Requirements:

• Graduate of Punahou School

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional Preferences:

• Students attending an accredited college or university in the State of Indiana

A family business since 1909, Deja Vu Surf Hawaii created the Deja Vu Surf Hawaii Scholarship Fund to support the success of Kauai students. The fund targets students who are the first generation in their families to attend college.  Further preference is given to first generation students who have been in foster care. 

Requirements:

• Be a resident of Kaua'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum GPA of 2.5
• Attend full-time
• Attend an accredited, two or four-year college or university
• First generation in their family to attend college

Preferences:

• Preference for students who have been in foster care

The Diamond Resort Scholarship was established in 2013 by the late Osamu Nakata, founder of Diamond Resort Corporation.  The purpose of the fund is to provide financial support to graduating seniors from public schools in Maui County who display excellence in academic achievement, leadership and community service.
 
Requirements:

• Graduating Senior from a public high school in the County of Maui
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

Established by Dorothy "Dolly" Ching when she retired in 1994. Dolly was the first female Executive Vice President at Bank of Hawaii.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Attend a college or university in Hawai'i

Additional Preference:

• Attend a University of Hawaii system school

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Donald W. F. Ching Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in honor and by the family of Donald Ching, a long-time employee of Hawaiian Airlines.  He started as a mechanic and retired as an FAA-certified Aircraft Inspector.  

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Be an undergraduate or graduate degree-seeking student.
• Major or field of interest in Aviation
• Be enrolled in an accredited educational institution in the United States

Preference (in order of priority):

1. Preference for renewals
2. Applicants who are first-generation in their family to attend college
3. Applicants who maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Established in 1996 through the will of Clarence Glick, a long time teacher at the University of Hawai'i, this scholarship perpetuates the Glicks' love for classical music.

Requirements:

• Major in Classical Music

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Doris Hardinger Roome Scholarship Fund was established in the memory of Doris Hardinger Roome, a longtime resident of Kailua. This scholarship was made to benefit undergraduate and graduate students who participate in community service and show leadership abilities.
 
Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at a two or four year college or university
• GPA of 2.7 or above
• One letter of recommendation from a non-related teacher or community services member speaking to the student’s community service and/or leadership abilities.  

Preferences:

• Strong community service experience
• Renewal awards

The scholarship was created by Frances Liu to provide scholarship grants to students for higher education.

Requirements:

• Is a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrates financial need
• Be in satisfactory academic standing or progress (equivalent to a cumulative GPA of 2.0)

Preferences:

• Be a Hilo High School graduate
• Be a female
• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

Preferences (in order of priority):

• 3.5 GPA or higher
• Be of Asian descent
• Major in Liberal Studies
• Attend University of Hawaii, Manoa or University of Hawaii, Hilo
• Preference for multiple awardees

After receiving the devastating news that his wife, Norma, was suffering from Alzheimer's disease, Edward J. Doty, the founder of Eagle Distributor, Inc., vowed to someday help in the fight against that deadly disease. After losing his own battle to cancer, his wishes were honored with this memorial scholarship fund that provides educational support for students pursuing careers in the medical profession, with extra consideration given to students specializing in geriatric medicine or Alzheimer's care.

Requirements:

• Pursue a college or university degree
• Demonstrate financial need
• Academic achievement
• Good character

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional preferences:
  1.Dependents of former employees of Eagle Distributors, Inc. who were in the employment of Eagle in 1996 and had        at least one year of service with the company, or
   2.Students pursuing studies in gerontology, or
   3.Students pursuing studies in the health-related fields
 

The Douglas W. K. Tom Scholarship Fund was created to provide scholarships to high school seniors who attend a 4-year college/university.

HCF's standard minimum criteria:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional Donor preferred criteria:

• Be a graduating high school senior
• First generation students

Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

This scholarship was established in 2008 for employees or child dependents of employees of Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP and/or Pan Pacific Pathologists, LLC.

Requirements:

• Be an employee or child dependent of an employee with a minimum of at least one year of service at Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP and/or Pan Pacific Pathologies, LLC at the time of the application deadline.
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the state of Hawai'i
• Minimum GPA (grade point average) of at least 3.0
• Attend a college or university in Hawaii or the Continental United States

Preference:

• Given to those employees or children of employees with the most years of service

The Dr. Charman J. Akina Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by the Waimanalo Health Center in honor of the late Dr. Charman J. Akina who dedicated and served the community of Waimanalo and treated everyone with respect, empathy, and love.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Be a resident of Waimanalo, Oahu (zip code 96795)

Preference for (in order of priority):

1. Individuals that have participated in the Waimanalo Health Center's Ku I Ka Mana Program within the last 5 years.
2. Any individual that has participated in the Waimanalo Health Center's Ku I Ka Mana program

Renewals:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing

Established in 2006, this scholarship was created to benefit residents of the state of Hawai'i.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Attend an accredited college or university
• Demonstrate financial need
• Demonstrate academic achievement with a minimum grade point average of at least 3.3
• Demonstrate outstanding achievements extracurricular activities

This fund was established in 2016 by the George A. Kanna Scholarship Foundation to benefit public high school seniors from Waimea High School, Kauai High School, and Kapa'a High School.

Requirements:

• Be a graduating senior from Waimea High School, Kauai High School, or Kapa'a High School
• Be a resident of the island of Kauai
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Attend as a full-time (as determined by your school's financial aid office)
• Attend an accredited institution with in the US (including territories)

Major in Education with emphasis on classroom teaching.

Requirements:

Dr. Hans Zimmerman established this foundation to provide financial assistance to individuals in Hawai'i wishing to pursue an education in a health field. During his long and productive career in Hawai'i, Dr. Zimmerman encouraged countless individuals to choose careers in medicine. At his death, additional assets came into the foundation so that it is now one of the largest scholarship funds in Hawai'i.

Requirements:

• Be a college senior or graduate student.
• Plan to major in a health-related field (not including sports medicine, excercise science, public health, counseling, psychology unless clinical, social work, health care administration or veterinary medicine).
• Attend an institution in the United States.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• Be enrolled full-time

Preference:

• Previous year recipient

Dr. Hans Zimmerman established this foundation to provide financial assistance to individuals in Hawai'i wishing to pursue an education in a health field. During his long and productive career in Hawai'i, Dr. Zimmerman encouraged countless individuals to choose careers in medicine. At his death, additional assets came into the foundation so that it is now one of the largest scholarship funds in Hawai'i.

Requirements:

• Be a college senior or graduate student.
• Plan to major in a health-related field (not including sports medicine, excercise science, public health, counseling, psychology unless clinical, social work, health care administration or veterinary medicine).
• Attend an institution in the United States.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• Be enrolled full-time

Preference:

• Previous year recipient

This fund was created in 2021 by the donors for Hawaii students attending Tulane University as a full time graduate student studying medicine.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be sued to select scholarship recipients:

• Full-time student
• Attending Tulane University as a graduate student studying medicine.
• If there are no candidates attending Tulane University as a graduate student studying medicine, then awardee must be a undergraduate or graduate full time student attending Washington University located in St. Louis, Missouri.

Preference:

• For recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good standing.
• For renewal scholarships for a maximum of 2 years as long as student(s) maintain their full time status.

This scholarship was established in honor of  Julius Bajet Soria, PhD who was an assistant professor at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.  Dr. Soria inspired and empowered college and high school students to achieve their educational goals.  The purpose of the scholarship is to support students of Filipino descent to pursue higher education at an accredited college or university in the state of Hawaii.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 as a current undergraduate student OR a minimum GPA of 3.5 for graduating high school seniors
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution in the State of Hawaii
• Be a graduate of a Hawaii public high school
• Undergraduate degree student
• Attend as a full-time registered student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Students of Filipino ancestry
• Two letters of recommendation from mentors, teachers, counselors, or others who can comment on your academic background and character
• Essay:  In 250-500 words, please describe your ties to Ilokano speaking areas of the Philippines (based on yourself, your parents or grandparents)

Preferences:

• Students of Ilokano ancestry

This scholarship was created in 2019 to support students majoring in education.

Standard minimum criteria that will be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Major in Education

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

Additional Preferences (in order of priority):

1. Graduate of Hilo High School
2. Graduate of Kaiser High School

Dr. Norman and Kazue Ueda Scholarship Fund was created in 2022. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarship grants to qualified students attending college based on the following criteria and preferences listed below.

Scholarship Fund Criteria:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate some financial need
• GPA 3.0 or higher
• Be a full-time Sophomore, Junior or Senior student at an accredited four year college or university in Hawaii or on the mainland United States
• Students pursuing a degree in Education

Scholarship Fund Preferences:

• Preference for public high school graduates from the State of Hawaii
• Students attending the University of Hawaii System in four year programs
• Renewal applicants for up to three years

This fund was established to honor the memory of Dr. William Masaru Shigekawa.  The purpose of this scholarship is to provide scholarship grants.

Requirements:

• Resident of State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Graduate student
• Minimum 3.5 GPA
• Pursuing a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DMV) degree

Preferences:

• Graduate of King Kekaulike High School, KS Maui or Seabury
• Preference may be given to previous recipients

This fund memorializes E.E. Black, chairman and president of The Gas Company, now Par Hawaii Refining. He is credited with revitalizing the company which was in danger of failing when he took charge. To recognize Mr. Black's numerous contributions, this fund was established in his honor. The scholarships go to dependents of employees at Par Hawaii Refining.
 
Requirements:

• Applicant must be a dependent of an employee of Par Hawaii Refining, the employee must be full time and employed for at least six months prior to the application deadline.

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Established in 2005 by John & Marie Mosely to help students on the East side & North shores of Kaua'i achieve their educational goals.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the following East and Northshore Kaua’i areas: Anahola (96703), Kapa’a (96746), Kilauea (96754), Hanalei (96714), Princeville (96722), Kealia (96751), Wailua (96746)
• Minimum 2.5 GPA

Preferences:

• Demonstrate financial need

This scholarship is named in honor of Bernice Pi'ilani Irwin who was a friend of Queen Lili'u'okalani. Bernice was the author of a collection of Hawaiian tales called In Menehune Land. She also wrote a popular column for the Honolulu Advertiser and later for the Honolulu Times, which was edited by her husband Edwin Irwin. Her column was entitled Kahuna Nui, the Old Sage of Kaka'ako, and was a discourse on politics and civic affairs, written in pidgin. The Irwins set up this trust fund to students who, like Bernice, wish to have careers in journalism.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Current or incoming undergraduate or graduate student with a preference given to undergraduate junior, senior and graduate students 
• Attend an accredited college or university within the United States
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
• Preference for students who major or intend to study journalism or communications

Edward Yoshiharu Sakuma & Kay Kubo Sakuma Early Childhood Education Scholarship was established in 2018.  The purpose of this fund was to increase the number of qualified and culturally sensitive public school teachers on the Leeward coast of Oahu by providing scholarships to undergraduate students pursuing an Associate of Arts in Teaching at Leeward Community College and/or for those students transferring to the early childhood Bachelor of Education program at the University of Hawai'i-West O'ahu.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time student (as determined by your school's financial aid office)
• Pursue an Associate of Arts in Teaching at Leeward Community College  --OR--  a Leeward Community College transfer pursuing a Bachelor of Education degree in Early Childhood Education at University of Hawai'i-West O'ahu
• Graduate of a public high school or equivalent in the State of Hawai'i
• Minimum GPA for high school seniors only is 2.5
• Committed to teaching in the State of Hawai'i public school system
• Demonstrated volunteer and extra-curricular activities with leadership roles
• Excellent character and leadership skills

Preference: 

• Renewals who continue to meet the criteria and maintain a cumulative gpa of 2.5

Edward Yoshiharu Sakuma & Kay Kubo Sakuma Education Honors Scholarship was established in 2018.  The purpose of this fund was to assist students with educational expenses related to costs of attendance during their student teaching semester at the University of Hawaii - Manoa College of Education.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time student (as determined by your school's financial aid office)
• Pursuing a graduate degree
• Attend University of Hawai'i - Manoa, College of Education
• Graduate of a public high school or equivalent in the State of Hawai'i
• Committed to teaching in the State of Hawai'i public school system
• Demonstrated volunteer and extra-curricular activities with leadership roles
• Excellent character and leadership skills

Preference: 

• Those pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree
• Intend to teach mathematics or science.
• Renewal applicants who continue to meet the above criteria with a minimum cumulative gpa of 2.5

Edward Yoshiharu Sakuma & Kay Kubo Sakuma Student Teaching Merit Scholarship was established in 2018.  The purpose of this fund was to assist students with educational expenses related to costs of attendance during their student teaching semester at the University of Hawaii - Manoa College of Education.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time student (as determined by your school's financial aid office)
• Pursuing a Master of Education in Teaching
• Attend University of Hawai'i - Manoa, College of Education
• Second-year graduate student or higher
• Graduate of a public high school or equivalent in the State of Hawai'i
• Committed to teaching in the State of Hawai'i public school system
• Demonstrated volunteer and extra-curricular activities with leadership roles
• Excellent character and leadership skills

Preference: 

• Intend to teach mathematics or science.

Edward Yoshiharu Sakuma & Kay Kubo Sakuma Teachers College, Columbia University Scholarship was established in 2018.  The purpose of this fund was to address the shortage of qualified public school teachers in the state of Hawaii by providing scholarships to graduate students at the Teachers College, Columbia University.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time student (as determined by your school's financial aid office)
• Pursue a Masters, Doctoral, or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education
• Attend Teachers College at Columbia University
• Graduate of a public high school or equivalent in the State of Hawai'i
• Committed to teaching in the State of Hawai'i public school system
• Demonstrated volunteer and extra-curricular activities with leadership roles
• Excellent character and leadership skills

Preference: 

• Intend to teach mathematics or science.
• Preference for renewals who continue to meet the criteria and maintain a cumulative gpa of 2.5

Edward Yoshiharu Sakuma & Kay Kubo Sakuma University of Missouri-Columbia Scholarship was established in 2018.  The purpose of this fund was to address the shortage of qualified public school teachers in the state of Hawaii by providing scholarships to graduate students at the University of Missouri - Columbia College of Education.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time student (as determined by your school's financial aid office)
• Pursue a Masters, Doctoral, or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Educatin or education related field
• Attend University of Missouri - Columbia, College of Education
• Graduate of a public high school or equivalent in the State of Hawai'i
• Committed to teaching in the State of Hawai'i public school system
• Demonstrated volunteer and extra-curricular activities with leadership roles
• Excellent character and leadership skills

Preference: 

• Intend to teach mathematics or science.
• Preference for renewals who continue to meet the criteria and maintain a cumulative gpa of 2.5

Toyo Sakumoto was born in Hilo in 1904 & attended Hilo High School. After marrying Eizo, she helped to run his photography shop in Honolulu. They had no children but loved "Youngster", and Eizo spent time as a baseball coach for a boys' team. The Sakumoto's established this trust to promote the importance of higher education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Applicants must have been born in Hawai'i
• Be of Japanese ancestry

Preferences:

• Graduate (post baccalaureate) degree-seeking student
• Attend a college or university in the State of Hawai'i
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
• Be a full-time student
• Students who are of full-Japanese ancestry

The Elena Albano "Maka'alohilohi" Scholarship Fund was created by a Maui family in honor of their ancestor, who was "a beacon of hope for individuals striving to shine." This scholarship is awarded to adults, in recovery from a mental health, behavioral or psychological disability, who are pursuing a traditional or vocational education program.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Resident of Maui County
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year college or university or pursue a vocational training program at an accredited institution
• Be in recovery from a mental health/behavioral/or psychological disability and discuss this in a separate essay. 
• Submit 2 letters of recommendation from mentors, teachers, counselors, or other mental health professionals.
• Minimum 2.7 GPA

Preferences:

• Students of Hawaiian ancestry
• Renewal applicants

The Ellen Hamada Fashion Design Scholarship For Fashion Design and Sewing was started in 2004 by Ellen Hamada to support students studying Fashion Design.

Requirements:

• Major in Fashion Design and/or Sewing
• Attend a two or four year college

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Students attending a two year college

This fund was established in honor of Ellison Onizuka, a Hawai'i born astronaut who was tragically killed aboard the Challenger Space Shuttle in 1986. This scholarship supports students who exemplify the qualities of Ellison Onizuka; outstanding character, academic excellence, and an aerospace career.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i

Preferences:

• Community service
• Major in Aerospace related fields

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship fund was established in December 2002 with gifts from Mr. Shoma Hotta and family and the friends of Elsie S. Yoshizawa Hotta. The purpose of the scholarship is to honor the life of Elsie S. Yoshizawa Hotta, beloved wife, mother and grandmother and outstanding and devoted teacher, through scholarship awards for graduates of Baldwin High School interested in teaching.

Requirements:

• Graduate of Baldwin High School
• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Provide official school transcript
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited four-year institution within the US (including US territories)
• Personal statement indicating desire to become a teacher and desire to work with children

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This fund was created by the donor in 2017 to benefit those majoring in medical, educational, or social work related fields with the intent to work with individuals in a vulnerable population.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Be an undergraduate junior, senior or graduate student
• Enrolled in a four year accredited, not for profit, college or university
• Majoring in a medical, educational or social work related field
• Submit an essay on the following: Do you intend to work in a field that provides services for those who are emotionally, physically, or developmentally impaired or disabled, including all spectrums of autism, or elderly age 60 or older? If so, why?

Preferences:

• 1st:  Graduate of Maryknoll High School
• 2nd:  First generation or formerly placed in the foster care system in the State of Hawaii.

 

The Empowerment Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 to support medical students at UH Manoa JABSOM.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend as a full-time student
• Graduate of the ‘Imi Ho’ola Post-Baccalaureate Program of the University of Hawai’i, John A. Burns School of Medicine
• Pursuing a Doctor of Medicine Degree (MD) at the University of Hawai‘i, John A. Burns School of Medicine
• Must be in good academic standing
• One letter of recommendation from a professor speaking to the student’s leadership ability

Preferences (in order of priority):

• Prior for renewal candidates up to four years
• Medical students who received a scholarship from the 'imi Ho'ola Scholarship Fund at the Hawai'i Community Foundation, with a preference for first-year medical students
• Female students

Eo Na Punawai was established in 2015, to support students in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineer, & Math) fields and preference are for students of Hawaiian ancestry.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time student undergraduate student at a two or four year college or university in Hawai'i
• Minimum GPA 2.5 or above
• Major in a STEM Field of study (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)

Preferences:

• Supports students of Hawaiian ancestry

This scholarship was established in 2000 by Donald Kanagawa to benefit Hawaii residents pursuing studies in the field of fine arts (drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics or photography). Preference is given to incoming freshman and students who have participated in local and national art competitions or other outstanding accomplishments in the field of art.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Major in Fine Arts (drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, or photography)
• Current high school senior entering as a freshman

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Demonstrate financial need

Preferences:

• Students who have participated in local and national art competitions, or students with other outstanding accomplishments in the field of art

Additional preferences (in order):

• Entering freshman
• Renewal candidates

F. Koehnen, Ltd. was established by F. W. Koehnen in 1929. The descendants of this family-owned business established this scholarship fund to honor the founder and as a way to contribute to the development of the next generation of leadership for the island of Hawai'i. Its purpose is to help support the educational efforts of families who work in retail business.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited four year or vocational education program
• Graduate of a high school on the island of Hawai'i
• Be a son, daughter or grandchild of an employee of a retail establishment on the island of Hawai'i. Enter employee’s name, relationship to you and name of retail establishment in the spaces provided on the application.
• Minimum 2.5 GPA

The Filipino Nurses' Organization of Hawai'i started this scholarship in 2001 to support students of Filipino ancestry pursuing a degree in nursing.

Requirements:

• Major in nursing

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional Preferences:

• Students of Filipino ancestry

The Financial Women International Scholarship was established in 1992 by the Hawaii chapter of Financial Women International, an organization made up of women corporate officers in financial services.

Requirements:

• Show strong academic potential
• Be a junior, senior or graduate student
• Major in a business-related field

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional Preference:

• Be a female

Fletcher Hoffmann worked for many years for Honoka'a Sugar Company and Fritzi Hoffmann was a nurse at the Honoka'a Hospital. Their desire in setting up this scholarship fund was to benefit the youth of the families who were impacted by the closing of the sugar plantations.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i, island of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Attend an accredited two-year community college or vocational school on the island of Hawai'i
• Be a long-time resident of Hāmākua Coast on the island of Hawai'i. Zip codes include Honoka‘a/Paauhau 96727, Laupahoehoe 96764, Pa‘auilo 96776, Ookala 96774, and Papaaloa 96780.
• Applicant must provide an essay about their family’s history and roots in the Hamakua area.

Preference:

• Honoka'a High School graduate

Frances Katsuda Bean Waianae High School Scholarship Fund was created in 2016 by Frances Naomi Bean.  Being born and raised in Waianae, Frances Bean remembers the significant role that drama and the arts played in her life.

Requirements:

• Graduate of Wai'anae High School
• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Minimum grade point average of 2.5

Preference:

• Graduates of Wai’anae High School who have participated in the school’s award winning Searider Productions, Drama program, or Art program.

This scholarship was established in 1991 in memory of Frances Watanabe, a long time and much loved employee of Dillingham Federal Credit Union. Franny was committed to the maxim of the credit union of people helping people.

Requirements:

• For members of HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union pursuing vocational education programs.
• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Community Service
• Demonstrate financial need

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i

Preference:

• Students pursuing vocational education programs

This scholarship was established in 2018 to support graduate of Hawaii public high schools.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7
• Attend an accredited two or four year college or university in the U.S.
• Be a graduate of a Hawaii public high school

Preference: 

• Pursue an AAS degree.

The Geoffrey Michael Chan Wing Au Scholarship Fund was established in memory of Geoffrey Au, a former first chair viola player with the Hawai’i Youth Symphony, and beloved science teacher at Farrington High School. To commemorate his love for science, this scholarship fund is designated to benefit college juniors, seniors, and graduate students at accredited four year colleges or universities, pursuing a degree in Science.
 
Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be a full time student
• Be a college Junior, Senior or Graduate student
• Attend an accredited four year college or university in Hawai'i or on the continental United States (excluding online universities and colleges)
• Pursue a degree in Science
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• 2 letters of recommendation
  • 1 letter from a professor or instructor within the student’s major field of study (science)
  • 1 letter from an instructor or community member (unrelated) speaking to the student’s extra-curricular activities and demonstrated community service experience and leadership

Preferences (in order of priority):

• 1^st Preference: Students who have participated in the Hawai’i Youth Symphony as a performer and/or volunteer
• 2^nd Preference:  Students engaged in any academic cancer research
• 3^rd Preference:  Awards may be given to previous recipients

Established by Wayne J. Rapozo in 2008 in honor of his grandparents.

Requirements:

• Resident of the state of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Graduate of a Kaua’i or Ni’ihau high school or charter school
• Attend an accredited, two or four year college or university or pursue vocational training at an accredited institution
• In a separate essay, write about family ties to Kaua’i or Ni’ihau and work, family, military and other community service commitments

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

To provide scholarships for students from Hawai'i (with preference to students from the Island of Hawaii) pursuing higher education in a medical-related field.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Pursue an education in a medical-related field

Preferences:

• Preference given to students from the Island of Hawai‘i

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship fund is established by the family of George Ishiyama to memorialize his commitment to higher education.  George Ishiyama had a deep involvement in the business community in Hawaii which included his tenure as Chairman of the Board of Unicold Corporation and as a member of hte Board of Directors of Alexander and Baldwin.  In his honor, this scholarship benefits the dependent children of Unicold employees in pursuit of an accredited 2-year college, 4-year university or vocational degree.

Standard minimum criteria:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Donor preferred criteria:

• Be a child of a Unicold Employee from the Oakland, Honolulu & Los Angeles offices with a minimum of at least one year of service at the time of the application deadline.
• Attend an accredited, 2-year college, 4-year university or vocational school approved by the Foundation with enrolled registration of at least 9 credits per term.

Preferences:

• For recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.
• To first-generation college students

The German Benevolent Society of Honolulu Scholarship Fund was established to support students majoring in areas related to International Studies.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• GPA of 2.7 or above
• Full-time undergraduate student at University of Hawai'i - Manoa
• Pursue a bachelor's degree
• Pursue a major or certificate in German Language or German Studies at the University of Hawai'i - Manoa, Languages and Literatures of Europe and the Americas

This scholarship was established for the benefit of high school graduates from East Hawai'i (Honoka’a to Ka‘u). Dr. Gerrit Ludwig was an ophthalmologist in Hilo with a love for fine arts and classics. He set up this fund to support students from East Hawai'i studying in these fields. 

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need (Financial aid letter from your college required to verify final award amount)
• Minimum GPA 2.5
• Graduate of an East Hawai’i public high school
• Major in a degree in fine arts or classics, including or closely related to theatre/performing arts, ceramics/sculpture, literature/writing, art, painting, dance, drawing, music, photography, or philosophy.
• Attend an accredited, four‐year institution within the US (including US territories)
• Attend as a full‐time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Bachelor's or Graduate's degree‐seeking student

The purpose of The Good Eats Scholarship is to nurture future professionals in the fields of agriculture and culinary arts who will hopefully return to Hawaii to enhance the quality of food in the islands.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Attend an accredited institution in the continental US
• Major in Culinary Arts or Agriculture
• Applicants should be able to demonstrate an interest in food production and preparation through participation in a high school or community college home economics, culinary arts or horticulture program or involvement in clubs or activities in this area
• Minimum 2.7 GPA

Preferences:

• Submit two letters of recommendation that indicate the student's interest and commitment to this course of study.

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need

Established by Goodfellow Bros., Inc. to offer college scholarship opportunities for their employee dependents.

Requirements

• Degree seeking student attending an accredited two or four-year college
• Be a dependent (biological, step, foster, legal ward or adopted child under the age of 26) of an active-status employee of Goodfellow Bros., Inc. with at least three years of active employment as of the application deadline.

Preferences:

• Construction related majors
• Demonstrate financial need

Established by Goodfellow Bros. to offer the opportunity for their employee dependents tuition assistance for a high school education.

Requirements

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Attend a private high school in Hawaii
• Entering 9th through 12th grade of high school
• Be a dependent (biological, step, foster, legal ward or adopted child under the age of 26) of active-status employee of Goodfellow Bros.,Inc. as of the application deadline
• Preference for:
  • Students who have attended the same private school at least one-year prior to awarding (middle school attendance included)

This scholarship was established in 2022 in honor of Clifford Cox, Sr., a beloved Goodfellow Bros. employee and resident of Hawaii island.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

This scholarship was established in 2006 to benefit former participants of the Grace Pacific Outstanding Keiki Scholars Program.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Minimum GPA (grade point average) of 2.7
• Be a graduating high school senior at time of application
• Be a former participant of the Grace Pacific Outstanding Keiki Scholars Program

This fund was created in 2022 to provide scholarship grants to students for higher education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional preferences:

• Pursuing an education in Criminal Justice & Criminology
• Demonstrate community service
• Students born in Hawaii

 

This scholarship was established in 2008 by advisors of the Cecil G. Marshall Fund honor Guy’s commitment to education.  Scholarship is to benefit students from Hawaii attending a college or university in the continental U.S. with the intention to sustain support for scholarship recipients through their four years of their undergraduate education. 
 
Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• For the initial grant, be a high school senior or entering college as a freshman, graduating from a Hawai'i High School
• Attend a college or university in the continental United States

Preference:

• Renewals
• Scholarship is renewable for up to 4 years, but new applicants can only apply if they will be entering college as a freshman during the upcoming academic year

This scholarship was established in 2013 to honor the memory of Guy Toyama, who was a tireless advocate for Hawaii’s renewable resources. The scholarship was created to support students interested in fields of study related to sustainability.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Attend a 2-year or 4-year institution
• Students in fields of study related to sustainability

Preferences:

• Renewals for a maximum of 4 years

Herbert C. Shipman headed the W.H. Shipman Ltd. Company from 1943 until 1976. Mr. Shipman was also a conservationist, working to save the nene from extinction. He was amongst the first to raise orchids on Hawai'i Island and has a park named after him in Kea'au. This scholarship fund was established by the H.C. Shipman Foundation in his memory for the purpose of supporting students from Kea'au public high schools.

Requirements:

• Resident of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Graduate of Kea‘au High School
• Minimum GPA 2.5

Herbert C. Shipman headed the W.H. Shipman Ltd. Company from 1943 until 1976. Mr. Shipman was also a conservationist, working to save the nene from extinction. He was amongst the first to raise orchids on Hawai'i Island and has a park named after him in Kea'au. This scholarship fund was established by the H.C. Shipman Foundation in his memory for the purpose of supporting students from Kea'au public high schools.

Requirements:

• Resident of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Graduate of Kea‘au High School
• Minimum GPA 2.5

This scholarship has been created in honor and memory of Samuel Wilcox II, one of the three founders of Hale Kaua'i.  The purpose is to provide scholarships to students from Kaua'i pursuing a degree in finance, business or liberal arts.

Requirements:

• Resident of Kaua'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Major in Finance, Business, Accounting or Liberal Arts

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• • Be a resident of the State of Hawaii

This scholarship is established by Hale Kauai in memory of Wayne Ellis.

Requirements:

• Kauai student
• Hawai'i resident
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Seeking a degree in business

The Hale Kaua'i Scholarship in Memory of William Moragne was established in 2015 to benefit Kaua'i residents who are pursuing a degree in Agriculture or Engineering. 

Requirements:

• Resident of the island of Kaua’i
• Pursue a degree in Agriculture or Engineering
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Attend a 2 or 4 year college or University in Hawaii or the mainland USA
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

•  
• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii

The Hapai Pohaku Scholarship fund was established in 2018 by the Kapolei homestead leaders to assist those students who live in the Kapolei homestead to pursue a higher education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Attend a two or four year accredited institution offering at minimum an associates degree
• High school graduate (or equivalent)
• Resides in one of the homesteads in the Kapolei Region (applicant names will be sent to the homestead president for verification)

This scholarship was established due to the kindness of Harry S. Onohara and Dorothy Y. Onohara, to support students of Asian ancestry.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Attend a 4 year not-for-profit university or college within the US (and its territories)
• Major in Japanese or Japanese ancestry

Preferences:

• Renewal applicants who were awarded in the immediate prior year and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7
• For students of Japanese ancestry

The Haseko Training Fund was established in 2004 to benefit the residents of Ewa Beach. This fund is part of the Hawai'i Community Foundation's Vocational Education Scholarship Program. Vocational Education describes degree programs designed to teach students skills for a specific segment of employment.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum 2.7 GPA
• Enroll in an AS or AAS career and technical degree program within the University of Hawaii Community College system.
• Attend as a full-time student

Preference:

• Be a resident of  Ewa Beach, O'ahu
• Students in a Marine-related program

The Hawaii Chapter No. 1 OES Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 for the benefit of students affiliated with a Masonic Group.  The scholarship serves the purpose of supporting students in their pursuit of a college education in Hawai’i or on the mainland US.
 
Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time student
• Attend a two or four year college or university in Hawai'i or the mainland United States
• Minimum GPA of 2.5

Preference:

• Applicant who self-identify with the following Masonic Youth Groups such as: DeMolay International, the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls (IORG) or Job’s Daughter (JDI) OR has a family affiliation with a member of:  The York Rite, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Ancient Accepted Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, The Mystic Order of the Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm, The Order of the Eastern Star, The Order of the Amaranth, The Social Order of the Beauceant, The Ancient Egyptian Order of SCIOTS, High Twelve, National Sojourners, The Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Daughters of the Nile, White Shrine of Jerusalem, or Ladies of the Shrine of North America (L.O.S.N.A.).

This fund was established in 2018 by Hawaii Dental Service Foundation to support students pursuing a degree in dentistry or dental hygiene.

HCF’s standard minimum criteria:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in satisfactory academic standing or progress (equivalent to a cumulative GPA of 2.0.

Additional Donor preferred criteria:

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8
• Students pursuing a graduate's degree in Dentistry

Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

This scholarship was established in 2008 by Hawai'i Pacific Gerontological Society for students enrolled in a Nursing program at a two- or four-year college or university in Hawai'i.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Accepted in a nursing program
• Attend a two or four year college or university in the State of Hawai’i
• Pursue an RN or LPN degree with an interest in geriatric nursing

This scholarship was established in 2007 by TD Food Group, Inc. for residents of Hawaii attending a two-year or four-year college or university.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Attend a two-year or four-year college or university
• GPA of at least 2.5 but no more than 3.5

This fund was established in 2023 by Hawaii Rangeland Stewardship Foundation to provide scholarship grants to students seeking higher education.

Standard minimum criteria that will be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Student majoring in agriculture, sustainability, or environmental studies

The following preferences (in order of priority) shall aid in the selection of recipients should the need arise:

• Demonstrate community service related to agriculture, sustainability, or environmental studies
• Students who demonstrate a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and other scholastic achievements

This scholarship was established in 2006 by the Hawai'i Society of Certified Public Accountants for the benefit of students majoring in Accounting at an accredited 4-year college or university in Hawai'i.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, four year, not-for-profit institution within the State of Hawaii
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Major in Accounting
• College sophomore or higher
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Involved in extra-curricular activities, organization, OR employed

Preference:

• Students involved in their school’s accounting club

Hawaii State Federal Credit Union created this scholarship which is administered through a partnership with Hawai'i Community Foundation.  This scholarship has awarded over $700,000 to Hawaii's students since 1996.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrated financial need
• Attend an accredited institution within the United States
• Attend as a full or part-time student
• Pursue and undergraduate or graduate degree
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Be a member OR member-dependent (child, adopted child, step-child, legal ward) of Hawaii State Federal Credit Union (HSFCU)*

*Applicant's information will be provided to HSFCU for verification

HEI, HECO / HELCO / MECO and ASB (the HEI Companies) have established a scholarship program through the Hawaiian Electric Industries Charitable Foundation to assist eligible dependents of HEI Company employees who plan to continue education in college. Scholarships are awarded to incoming first-year college students for a single year if study and may be renewed for up to three additional years, or until a bachelor's degree is earned, whichever occurs first, for full-time study at an accredited four-year institution of the student's choice in the United States. Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of academic merit, demonstrated leadership, participation in community service and extracurricular activities, and a personal statement of education and career goals and aspirations. Financial need is not considered.

Requirements:

• Be an eligible dependent* of a current HEI Company employee who has a minimum of one year full-time employment at time of application deadline. (Dependents of senior executives** of HEI Companies are not eligible to apply).
• Be 24 years of age or younger at time of application deadline.
• Be enrolled (or plan to enroll) as a first-year, full-time student in an undergraduate course of study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
• Attend an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
• Submit a completed application form and all other required documentation by the application deadline.
• Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrate leadership, participate in community service and extracurricular activities, and have defined career goals and aspirations.

Preference for Renewal Applicants: An individual who has received an initial scholarship award may apply to renew his/her scholarship for up to three additional years, for a total of four years of scholarships. To be eligible for a renewal scholarship award, a renewal applicant must:

• Be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate degree-seeking student
• Attend an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
• Submit a completed renewal application form and all other required documentation by the application deadline.
• Maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

*An eligible dependent is a natural or adopted dependent child, step-child, or fully dependent ward of an HEI Company Employee.
**Senior executives are Vice Presidents and above at HEI and HECO/HELCO/MECO and Senior Vice Presidents and above at ASB.

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to young men and women in Hawai'i ready to acquire knowledge and leadership skills in government and community affairs. Selection is based on leadership potential, scholastic achievement and financial need.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Up through age 22
• Acquire knowledge and leadership skills in government and community affairs
• Demonstrate leadership potential and scholastic achievement

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was established by Herbert and Ollie Brook who emigrated from Europe and called Maui home. They felt so welcomed by the Maui Community they created this scholarship for graduating seniors of every high school in Maui County. Awarded to students who can persevere in their education and complete either a four or two year program (including vocational education), and who want to return to Maui County to give back to the communities that helped to shape them.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Current high school senior at a high school in Maui County
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, or vocational program

Preferences:

• Students who can persevere and complete a program of study
• Individuals who want to return to Maui County after completing their education or training in order to contribute to the community that formed them

The Herman Sr. and Efifania "Fanny" Libarios Memorial Scholarship was created in 2021 to provide financial assistance to students from Kona seeking a higher education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preferences (in order of priority):

• Be a resident of Kona, Hawaii

This scholarship was established to honor A.K. Hew's parents, Hew Sing Cha and Shinn Ngun Moi. They raised eight children in Paia and Mr. & Mrs. Hew emphasized the importance of education for both their sons and daughters which was unusual among Chinese of their generation.

Requirements:

• For Maui County residents
• Enroll in an accredited vocational degree or certificate program in Hawai'i or the mainland
• Submit a letter of recommendation

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• • Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The HFM Foodservice Scholarship was re-established to support students pursuing post-high school education, majoring in Culinary Arts or Agriculture.

Standard minimum criteria:

• Is a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in satisfactory academic standing or progress (equivalent to a cumulative GPA of 2.0)

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, post secondary institution within the US (including US territories)
• Major in Culinary Arts or Agriculture
• Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

This scholarship was created in 2006 by donors Hideko & Zenzo Matsuyama to benefit students of Japanese ancestry.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Be a graduate of a high school or secondary education equivalent (General Education Diploma) in the State of Hawai’i
• Attend a post-secondary institution, college or university
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Undergraduate or Graduate students

Preference:

• Students of Japanese ancestry born in Hawai’i

The Hilton Grand Vacations Scholarship for the Asia Pacific Junior Cup Fund was established by Hilton Grand Vacations to benefit Hawaii’s high school seniors participating in Hawaii Junior Golf or a high school golf team. Hilton Grand Vacations is the title sponsor of the Asia Pacific Junior Cup Golf Tournament which is a world-class tournament which recognizes and rewards the golf ability of young men and women from Hawaii and the Asia Pacific region.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attending an accredited two or four year college or university
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Be an active member of the Hawaii State Junior Golf Association or their high school golf team
• Graduating senior of a public or private high school in the State of Hawai’i
• Scholarship is a renewable undergraduate scholarship for up to four years.  Renewal scholars require a minimum GPA of 2.5

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This fund was established in 2016 by the Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce Charitable Corporation (HJCCCC) to support students seeking a degree in business related fields.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and above
• Pursue a degree in Business, International Relations, Japanese Language or Japanese Studies
• Be enrolled full-time in an accredited post-secondary educational institution located in Hawaii or the mainland U.S.
• Be a junior or senior undergraduate or a graduate student

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing

Additional preferences (in order of priority):

1. Be a child of an active Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.  Children of officers and directors of Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce Charitable Corporation as of the application due date are NOT eligible.
2. Demonstrate community service

This scholarship was established in 2012 by Estelle M. Kelley, who felt fortunate to be part of a family that valued education through quality institutions, life experience, and global travel that contributed to lifelong learning and encouraged openness to new experiences.  She created this scholarship to support those with less means to experience the life gift of an education marked by openness, critical inquiry, and a strong development of emotional values.  This scholarship gives preference to small private institutions with strong core liberal arts and science curriculums.
 
Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need, with a preference for students from middle income families
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Graduate of a public or private high school in Hawaii within the last three years
• GPA (grade point average) between 2.9 - 3.4
• Be enrolled full-time
• Preference for students who are the first generation in their family to attend college
• Attend a private accredited college or university on the US mainland with:
  • Undergraduate population between 2,000-5,000 students
  • Strong core curriculum that includes liberal arts and sciences
  • Undergraduate professional schools that require core liberal arts curriculum accepted
  • Encourages global studies

Preference:

• Attend at least the last two years at a Hawaii high school (i.e. high school senior who attended junior and senior year at a Hawaii high school)
• Excludes GED and home schooled students
• Renewals who maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5

The Board of the Hokuli'a Foundation worked with the Hawai'i Community Foundation to accomplish one of their main objectives of providing scholarships for the Kona community.

Requirements:

• Resident of North or South Kona

Preferences: 

• Plan to study in the fields of Healthcare, Education, or Social Work

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• • Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Hokuli'a Scholarship Fund was established to support the students from West Hawai'i.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Resident of West Hawai’i County
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Minimum 2.7 GPA

Preferences:

• Students from the North & South Kona districts.
• First generation students
• Renewal applicants

This scholarship was established in 2009 by The Hon Chew Hee Estate Foundation to residents of Hawaii pursuing a degree in Fine Arts with preference given to students focusing on painting, drawing, sculpting, ceramics, printmaking or textile.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Attend an accredited two- or four-year college, university or art school
• Major in Fine Arts with preference given to students focusing on painting, drawing, sculpting, ceramics, printmaking, or textile.
• Provide 2 letters of recommendation
  • 1 from an art teacher
  • 1 from a non related person

The Ho'omaka Hou - A New Beginning Fund is a scholarship for those who have faced difficulties or major crises in the past and are finding a way to overcome them.  In some cases, poor decisions may have led down a destructive or unfulfilling path, causing social problems such as substance abuse or domestic violence.  Some may not have always had the dream or desire to pursue schooling for a specific career but are now at a point in their lives where education is a priority.  With help and guidance, they are ready to make changes in their lives and realize hope through education.The Ho'omaka Hou Scholarship was established with these students in mind. Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Enroll in a degree-seeking or certification program
• Attend a college or university in Hawai'i
• In a separate essay, briefly describe how your life was personally impacted by a social problem you experienced such as:  incarceration, substance abuse, homelessness, domestic abuse or violence.  If applicable, also, tell us how a social services agency or organization (for example:  child protective services, counselors, foster care, rehabilitation services, doctors, etc.), helped to guide and support your positive change which has now led you to seek higher education.

 

This Ho'oulu Hawaiian Language Scholarship Fund was established to preserve and advance the Hawaiian language.

Requirements:

• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Be an undergraduate student
• Attend a two or four year college or university in Hawaii
• Be a student majoring in Hawaiian Language 

Preferences:

• Students of Hawaiian ethnicity
• Renewable for up to four years
  • Renewal candidates must maintain GPA of 2.0

Recognizing that college is not always linear, the Steele siblings established this scholarship fund in 2014, to support those who "stopped out" of college but are now ready to complete their college education.  Their intent is to support Pacific Islander students, including Hawaiians. 

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i or a Pacific Island nation
• Demonstrate financial need
• GPA 2.0 or above
• Be an undergraduate student
• Attend a two or four year college or university in Hawaii
• Former student who has completed at least one year of college progress potentially towards degree completion, then “stopped out” for at least one year, and is now returning to actively pursue a college degree
• Student who is 20 years of age or older

 
Preferences:

• Primary preference for students from Samoa or of Samoan ethnicity
• Secondary preference for students from another Pacific Island nation or ethnicity, including Hawaiian

 
Renewal:

• Scholarship is intended to be a committed renewal for up to three years, assuming there are funds available to award.
• Minimum 2.0 GPA

 
List of Pacific Island Nations/ethnicity including:

• Melanesia:  including Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu
• Micronesia:  including Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia (Caroline Islands, Chuuk, Pohnpei), Nauru, Palau, and Wake Island
• Polynesia:  American Samoa, Easter Island/Rapa Nui, French Polynesia, Hawaii, New Zealand, Niue, Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu

Ian Doane Smith was raised on Maui, was a star HYSO player and a four year all star soccer player at Maui High School. He was also an accomplished Maui big wave surfer and a dedicated youth soccer coach. Ian loved Maui and its young people and following his death in 2004, his family proudly established this memorial scholarship fund to honor his memory and excellence in the two sports Ian loved – surfing and soccer.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Resident of Hawaii, specifically the island of Maui
• Undergraduate degree-seeking student
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• New awardees must be either:
  • A high school senior attending a two or four year college within the US, who is an active participant in soccer and/or surfing, and involved in community service, OR
  • A student attending the University of Hawaii, Maui College

Preference:

• Renewal applicants who maintain the minimum GPA.
  • If a renewal who was awarded as a University of Hawaii, Maui College attendee, he/she must continue at UH Maui as a renewal candidate.

This scholarship was established in 2005 by Masako Hirata as a trustee for the Ichiro Hirata Trust for Hawaii residents majoring in Education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Demonstrate academic achievement, with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Be a full-time student
• Major in Education
• Be a junior, senior, or graduate student
• Demonstrate good moral character

Preference:

• Past recipient

The Ida M. Pope Trust established this memorial scholarship to benefit female students of Hawaiian ancestry studying a STEM field: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai'i.
• Supports students of Hawaiian ancestry.  Applicants must submit a copy of their Kamehameha Schools Ho'oulu Hawaiian Data Center Ancestry Verification Letter.
• Be a female student.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5.
• Full-Time

Preferences:

• Students pursuing a STEM major: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Pursing a Doctor of Medicine Degree (MD)
• Be a full-time student in Hawai‘i
• Minimum GPA 2.0
• Students must be accepted into the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa’s Imi Ho’ola Post Baccalaureate Program to be eligible to receive a scholarship award from this fund
• One letter of recommendation from a non-related Professor or Community Volunteer speaking to the student’s leadership qualities

This fund was created in 2016 to honor the memory of Seigo and Hisaye Kagawa, and is to support a Kauai resident in graduate studies focused on social justice, public or human service, education or health.

Requirements:

• Be a resident in the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Be a resident of the island of Kaua'i
• Be a full time student in a master's degree program or pursue doctoral studies at a college or university in Hawaii or on the US mainland
• Pursue a degree with a focus on social justice, public or human service, education or health

Preference:

• Students who intend to be employed on Kaua'i or in the State of Hawai'i

Isemoto Contracting Company has been doing business in Hawai'i since 1926. They created this scholarship fund to give back to the community and support the success of the Big Island's students. They support civil engineering students which reflects the company's core area of work, student teachers to honor numerous relatives who work as teachers, and nursing in honor of a family member who is a nurse and has provided comfort and care to their aging relatives.

Requirements:

• Graduate of a Hawai’i Island high school
• Demonstrate financial need
• College Juniors or Seniors
• Major in Civil Engineering, Nursing or Education

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• • Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
  • Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship fund was established to support a child or grandchild of active-status employees of a company within the Island Holdings, Inc. family of companies.
 
Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
• Be a high school senior or graduate or individuals who have obtained or will have obtained their high school equivalency.
• Be a child or grandchild of an active-status employee of a company within the Island Holdings Inc. family of companies including but not limited to:
  • Island Holdings, Inc.
  • Island Insurance Co., Ltd.
  • Tradewind Insurance Co., Ltd.
  • Island Premier Insurance Co.
  • Tradewind Capital Group, Inc.
  • Atlas Insurance Agency, Inc.
  • NMF Insurance Agency, Inc.
  • Hoike Services, Inc.
  • Hoike Networks, Inc. dba Pacxa
  • The Islander Group, Inc.
  • Pyramid Insurance Agency
• The student must be a child or grandchild of an employee with at least one year of active full-time employment.
• Plan to be enrolled as a full-time degree candidate at a college that qualifies as a public charity under the Internal Revenue Code Section 501 (c)(3).

Preference:

• Students with demonstrated leadership.
• Students with demonstrated community service.
• Students pursuing undergraduate degree.
• Renewal for up to four years - recipient must reapply each year

Established in 2018 by the J Charitable Foundation Fund, this scholarship is for the employees and dependents of Premium Inc.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Attend an accredited two or four year not-for-profit institution within the U.S. (including U.S. territories)
• Be a Premium Inc. employee or employee dependent of Premium Inc. with at least one (1) year of active employment prior to the application deadline.

This scholarship was established in 2001 by Jean Erdman to support students studying Dance at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Jean was a dancer and choreographer, and who some described as a pioneer of modern dance in the 1940's and 1950's.  

Requirements:

• Major in Dance at the Department of Theater and Dance, College or Arts and Humanities at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa
• Full time enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in dance
• Demonstrated potential talent in Dance as a performer or choreographer
• Demonstrate financial need
• Commitment to the program as evidence by service to the Dance program or Dance community

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Jean Estes Epstein established the Jean Estes Epstein Foundation upon her death in 2007.  Jean had a great interest in education, especially public education in Hawaii. She felt it was very important to support public school students in their efforts to obtain college educations. Jean believed that a student’s educational experience would be enriched if the student attended school on the Mainland and was exposed to a diverse student population and new experiences. Jean hoped that the students who attended school on the Mainland would return to Hawaii in order to improve the lives of others in Hawaii.

Requirements:

• Attend a non-profit college or university located in the United States or its territories
• Attend an accredited four-year college or university on the continental United States.
• Maintain good academic standing as indicated by your transcripts.
• Renewal applicants must provide a short written progress report about their academic progress and current study plan.
• You must submit a copy of your college transcript at the end of each semester. Attach a transcript with your fall semester grades to renew this scholarship.

The scholarship is a memorial to Jean Fitzgerald who was a very active participant in the Hawai'i Pacific Tennis Association. Jean felt it was important for young tennis players to pursue higher education in order to augment their tennis skills and be successful in other arenas besides the tennis court.

Requirements:

• Be a female whose situation indicates a need for financial assistance to attend a university for her freshman year. 
• The candidate must be an an active member of the United States Tennis Association - Hawaii Pacific Tennis Association (USTA=HPTA) for at least 4 (four) years, and have a record as a junior as an active participant in HPTA events.
• Demonstrate academic merit
• The applicant must be a citizen of good standing, of high moral character and her contribution to community volunteer activities outside tennis will be taken under consideration.

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher

Established by Wayne J. Rapozo in 2010 in honor of the late Aunty Ilei Beniamina who was from Ni'ihau and helped educate and bring together the community to support Hawaiians and Hawaiian culture.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Resident of Hawaii, the island of Kaua‘i or Ni‘ihau Island
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Two letters of recommendation
• Write an essay describing your family descent from and connection to Ni‘ihau; hanai family relationships will be honored.  In the essay, applicants may and are encouraged to address their proficiency in the Hawaiian language and list any courses or programs taken in Hawaiian language.

Preferences:

• Current Ni‘ihau residents or Kaua‘i residents who are one or two generations removed from Ni‘ihau Island. 
• Preference given to students who are proficient or fluent in the Hawaiian language. 

The Jhung Family Foundation Scholarship was started by Grafton Jhung in 1992 to honor Caroline Rhym Ing, the mother of Bryson, Grafton and Finis Jhung who graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1950, 1953, and 1955 respectively. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist needy and deserving graduates of Roosevelt High School in their pursuit of a college education. The scholarship is awarded for one year and is renewable for up to three additional years assuming continued financial need of the recipient and satisfactory academic progress in a degree-granting program.

Requirements:

• Be a current graduating senior from Roosevelt High School, but must have attended Roosevelt High school for four years
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Attend a 4-year college or university on the continental US
• Be a full-time student
• Demonstrate financial need
• Involvement in extra-curricular activities and community service.

Preferences:

• Students born in Hawaii

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawaii

As donors, the Jhung Family Foundation recognizes that as a society we need skilled workers, and has created this scholarship to provide post-secondary scholarships to qualifying graduates from Roosevelt High School.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum GPA of 2.5
• Attend full-time
• Attend an accredited nonprofit college or university in Hawaii
• Seek a vocational or technical degree
• Must have graduated from Roosevelt High School

Preference:

• Renewal scholarships for a maximum of three years if students maintain minimum GPA

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Kauai Resident
• Pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree in Nursing

Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing

Preferences (in order of priority):

• Students seeking a degree in LPN or RN at the Kauai Community College
• Students attending colleges in Hawaii
• Students attending colleges out of state

The Joan Aidem Scholarship Fund was created in 2018 to support Molokai students.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be a resident of Molokai
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend a two or four year accredited college or university in the US
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Major in Science

Preferences (in order of priority):

1. Employee, employee dependent or volunteer of the Nature Conservancy of Molokai majoring in natural science, including biology, botany, chemistry, microbiology, mathematics, physics, astronomy, information and computer sciences, marine biology, and natural science.
2. Employee, employee dependent or volunteer of the Nature Conservancy of Molokai majoring in a field of science.
3. Student majoring in a natural science.

This scholarship was established in 2004 to provide scholarship grants to residents of Hawaii attending a vocational or technical school.

Requirements:

• Be a high school graduate
• Attend a community college or vocational training institute in the State of Hawaii

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.0

Additional Preferences:

• Students of Hawaiian Ancestry

This scholarship was established in 2002.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Demonstrate academic merit
• Demonstrate good character

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.0

The John and Ruth Stepuls and Alice Smalley Scholarship Fund was established in 2017 to support students seeking a college or post-high school degree and majoring in nursing.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Be a full-time undergraduate student at an accredited four year college or university
• Major in Nursing
• Must be an incoming college sophomore, junior or senior

Preferences: 

• Renewal applicants
• First generation students

This scholarship fund commemorates the life of Dr. John H. Dawe, who, with loyalty and dedication, served the Hawai'i Dental Association and the Honolulu County Dental Society during most of his professional life.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Attend an accredited college or university
• Major in a dentistry, dental hygiene, dental technology, or dental lab technician 

Preference:

• Dental students

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Requirements:

• Resident of Hawai'i Island
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Major in Culinary Arts or Music or Art

Preference:

• Graduates of Kealakehe or Konawaena High School

This fund was created in 2020 to honor Jonathan Hara, a fire emergency medical specialist stationed at the South Kohala Fire Station, and supports students who graduated from a Hawaii Island public high school seeking an associate's or bachelor's degree preferably in Fire Science or Mobile Intensive Care Technician.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate Financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Be a graduate of a Hawai`i Island high school or a Hawaii Island resident who obtained a homeschool high school diploma
• Associate or Bachelor degree-seeking student

Preferences (in order of priority):

1. Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements  and is in good academic standing.
2. Students majoring in fire science or Mobile Intensive Care Technician (MICT)

This fund was started in 2002 by Patrick Duarte to honor his parents Joseph & Alice Duarte.  The Joseph & Alice Duarte Memorial Fund benefits applicants of Hawaii Island, especially those that are graduates of Holualoa Elementary School.
 
Requirements:

• Be from the North or South Kona districts of the island of Hawai‘i
  • Preference for graduates of Holualoa Elementary School

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This fund was established by Joseph and Elaine Vierra in 2016 for students pursuing a degree in a field of study relating to conservation and/or environmental sciences.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Attend an accredited four year not for profit institution with the U. S. (including U. S. territories)
• Undergraduate degree student
• Major in a field of study related to conservation and/or environmental sciences including such fields as Conservation Biology, Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Wildlife Biology, Marine Sciences, Applied Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Architecture, Environmental Design, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Environmental Science, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Agriculture.

Preferences:

• Renewal applicants (must continue to meet the scholarship criteria)

Juliette M. Atherton Scholarship Fund - Graduate studies in theology for seminary students

(1) Applicant is pursuing graduate studies in theology at a seminary;
(2) Applicant intends to become ordained as a Protestant minister;
(3) Applicant is a resident of Hawai`i; and
(4) Applicant has a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
(5) Preference for:
          (a) Applicants who attend as a full-time student; and
          (b) Applicants who maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher.
 

Juliette M. Atherton Scholarship Fund - Undergraduate studies for children of Protestant ministers
(1) Applicant is pursuing undergraduate studies;
(2) At least one parent of Applicant resides in Hawai`i, has attended seminary, and is an
ordained and practicing Protestant minister (applicant musts provide minister’s current
position, minister’s church/parish name, minister’s denomination and date and place of
ordination, name of seminary attended); and
(3) Applicant has a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
(4) Preference for:
          (a) Applicants who demonstrate financial need;
          (b) Attend as a full-time student; and
          (c) Applicants who maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher.

The Scholarship award is a committed renewal for up to four years as long as the student maintains at least a GPA of 2.5 and reapplies each year.
 

Juliette M. Atherton Scholarship Fund - Advanced Degree Program for Protestant ministers
(1) Applicant is attending a college or university in the United States (or if the school is outside
the U.S. (i.e. its territories), that it is a qualified 501(c)(3) non-profit organization as defined
by the U.S. Internal Revenue Code).
(2) Applicant is pursuing continuing theological education;
(3) Applicant has completed or will complete a seminary or theology degree by the following
academic year;
(4) Applicant has been ordained as a Protestant minister;
(5) Applicant is serving as a Protestant minister in Hawai`i; and
(6) Applicant has a GPA of 2.0 or higher, or is in good academic standing with the institution.
 

The K.M. Hatano Scholarship Fund was created in 1987 through the generosity of Mr. Yasuji Hatano, President of Kokusai Motorcars Company of Japan. The scholarship was established to recognize men and women from Maui, Lana'i and Moloka'i who have excelled academically and have shown leadership and community involvement.

Requirements:

• Resident of the County of Maui, including Lana'i, and Moloka'i

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional Preference:

• Business management or visitor industry majors

This fund was established in 1995 by the Ka'a'awa Community Association to benefit long-time residents of the traditional ahupua'a of Kualoa, Ka'a'awa, Makaua, and Kahana.

Requirements:

• Resident of the Ka‘a‘awa area on Windward O’ahu, areas of the traditional ahupua'a of Kualoa, Ka'a'awa, Makaua, and Kahana

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Ka'ehu Scholarship Fund was established on June 30, 2014, with the intention and desire that the fund be used to provide scholarship grants.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5

Preferences: (in order of priority)

• At least part Hawaiian
• Identify as LGBT (lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and/or transgender)
• Female
• Participate in club and/or high school athletics
• Demonstrate Community Service

This scholarship was established in 2006 by the Kahala Nui Residents Association to benefit employees or dependents of employees of Kahala Senior Living Community, Inc.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the state of Hawai'i
• Attend an accredited two or four-year, not-for-profit institution within the US
• Attend as a full-time or part-time student (as determined by the institution’s financial aid office)
• Undergraduate or graduate degree seeking student
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 for associate degree seeking students; 2.7 for bachelor or graduate degree seeking students
• Be a current employee or employee dependent of Kahal Senior Living Community, inc. with at least six (6) months of active employment prior to the application deadline.  (Dependent is defined as a biological, step, foster, legal ward or adopted child under the age of 26)

Preferences (in order of priority)

1. Renewal applicants
2. Applicants intending to study in fields of interest that support senior care, including nursing, medicine, geriatrics, social work, nutrition, culinary arts and hospitality.
3. Demonstrated financial need

This scholarship was created to support first generation college students.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited four year, not for profit institution in Hawaii or in the continental U.S.
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• In a separate essay, describe how your community activities exemplify the meaning of kahiau (translated as giving generously from the heart with no expectation of return).  Maximum 250 words.

Preference:

• First-generation college student (meaning that no parent has a college degree)

The Ka'iulani Home for Girls originally provided housing for young women of Hawaiian ancestry. Kamehameha Schools used the building from 1950 to 1962 to board female students attending the schools. When the home became so old it could not be repaired, it was demolished and the property sold. The Ka'iulani Home for Girls Trust was established in 1963 and it continues the original mission of supporting Hawaiian females.

Requirements:

• Supports students of Hawaiian ancestry.  Applicants must submit a copy of their Kamehameha Schools Ho'oulu Hawaiian Data Center Ancestry Verification Letter
• Be a female
• Be a college freshman or sophomore
• Minimum GPA 3.3
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit college or university within the state of Hawaii
• Demonstrates good moral character
• Enroll as a full-time student

This scholarship was established in 2005 by the Kalihi Education Coalition to benefit graduating high school seniors from Damien School, Farrington High School, Kamehameha - Kapalama School or current college students attending Honolulu Community College.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii.
• Demonstrate financial need
• Demonstrate one of the following criteria:

1. Be a graduating high school senior attending a school in the Kalihi-Palama district (i.e. Farrington HS, Damien School or Kamehameha Schools-Kapalama)
2. Be a college student attending Honolulu Community College
3. Be a Kalihi-Palama resident (with one of the following zip codes: 96817 or 96819)

• Demonstrate academic achievement with at least a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Attend an accredited, two or four year college or university
• Be an undergraduate student
• Be a full-time student
• Demonstrate good moral character

The purpose of this fund, established in 2014, is to provide scholarships to promote career education and training.  Preference is to be given to students in the following fields:  engineering; business; and medicine.  Within these fields, preference is to be given to students within program oriented toward the improvement of intercultural communications and international relations.  This scholarship is renewable for a maximum of four years.

Requirements:

• Priority to be given to working adults, disadvantaged persons, and former Peace Corps volunteers

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preferences:

• Major in Engineering, Business or Medicine. 
  • Within these fields, preference is to given to students within programs oriented toward the improvement of intercultural communications and international relations.
• Scholarship may be renewed for up to a maximum four years

In an effort to encourage Kapolei-area students to continue their education, a group of concerned business and community leaders established this scholarship for applicants from Campbell, Nanakuli, Waianae, and Kapolei High School.

Requirements:

• Graduates of Campbell, Kapolei, Nanakuli or Waianae High School
• Attend a two or four year college or university

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This schoalrship was created in 2020.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Bachelor's degree-seeking student
• Attending a 4-year institution
• Major or field of interest in Journalism or Education

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing
• College students in their Junior or Senior year

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Minimum 2.0 GPA
• Permanently or temporarily separated from birth parent(s) due to being placed under the State of Hawaii foster care, including those who aged out of the State of Hawaii foster care system.

Preferences:

• Residents of the island of Kaua’i
• Major in healthcare, education or social work
• Intent to have a career in Hawai’i
• Renewals

This scholarship was established by Kawailoa Wind, LLC, to support graduating high school seniors at Waialua High School with a preference for those majoring in math, science, or other renewable energy fields.  This scholarship is intended to be a two year committed renewal.

Requirements: 

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7
• Graduating senior at Waialua High School
• Be enrolled full-time
• Attend a 2 or 4 year accredited college or university in the U.S.

Preferences:

• Major in math, science, engineering or other renewable energy/sustainability related studies
• Renewal (recipient can receive this award for two years only)

This scholarship was established in 1995 by donor Dayle O. and Kuniko K. McGaha to provide scholarships to students attending Hawaii Pacific University studying in Computer Science or International Studies.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Major in fields related to Computer Science or International Studies

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional Preference:

• Attend Hawai‘i Pacific University
• Undergraduate student

Kazuma and Ichiko Hisanaga both served most of their lives as educators in the Hilo community.  Mr. Hisanaga was a well-known coach, athletic director, and football, baseball and basketball star for Hilo High School. Their strong belief in the value of sports participation, leadership, and education is reflected in the type of student this scholarship will support.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, four year, not-for-profit institution within the continental U.S. that is a NAIA, Division II, or Division III school
• Attend as a full time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Current year graduating senior of Hilo High School.
  • If there are no eligible applicants from Hilo High School, current year graduating seniors will be considered from other Hawai'i Island high schools in the following order of preference: Waiakea High School, St. Joseph High School, other Hawai'i Island high schools.
• Be an athlete that participated in a varsity sport while in high school (preference given to students participating in more than one varsity sport).
• Leadership experience and qualities as demonstrated by serving as the captain of a varsity sports team, a student government leader or an officer of an extracurricular program.
• Participated in community service.
• Applicants will be asked to provide an additional essay describing their sports involvement, leadership experience and qualities, and community service.
• One letter of recommendation is required from either the Athletic Director of the student's high school or the student's high school or post-secondary counselor.  This letter of recommendation should address the student's:  Varsity sports participation and school/media athletic awards, and Leadership roles and qualities, including leadership roles in varsity sports, student government, and extracurricular clubs, etc.  School achievements as recognized by the school and media, moral character, and community service.

The Ken Yamase Sportsmanship Scholarship Fund was established to honor the memory of Ken Yamase and perpetuate his legacy of fair play, integrity, respect and sportsmanship.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the state of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Attend as a full time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Undergraduate student
• Senior athlete at Waiakea High School who participated in BIIF (Big Island Interscholastic Federation) sport(s).  If there are no applicants who meet this criteria, then the applicant may be a senior athlete from any other public high school except for charter schools, that is part of the BIIF
• Demonstrate good sportsmanship throughout his/her BIIF participation
• Provide two letters of recommendation; one letter of recommendation from the Athletic Director or coach and one from a high school teacher or counselor

This fund was established by the families of Kenneth Makinney and David T. Pietsch, Sr. It honors the memory of Kenneth Makinney's father who founded Makinney & Company in 1896. David T. Pietsch Sr. founded Hawaiian Title Company, Limited in 1952. The two companies merged to form Title Guaranty of Hawai'i. The purpose of this scholarship fund is to assist deserving employees and/or their dependents in furthering their education.

Requirements:

• Be an employee or qualified dependent of Title Guaranty of Hawaii, Incorporated and Title Guaranty Escrow Services, Inc. and their respective subsidiary and affiliated corporations or entities.
• Eligible employees must be employed full-time and have been with Title Guaranty for at least one year.

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be in good academic standing or maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This fund was established by the families of Kenneth Makinney and David T. Pietsch, Sr. It honors the memory of Kenneth Makinney's father who founded Makinney & Company in 1896. David T. Pietsch Sr. founded Hawaiian Title Company, Limited in 1952. The two companies merged to form Title Guaranty of Hawai'i. The purpose of this scholarship fund is to assist deserving employees and/or their dependents in furthering their education.

Requirements:

• Attend a private school in Hawaii
• Entering grade 6-12
• Be a qualified dependent of Title Guaranty of Hawaii, Incorporated and Title Guaranty Escrow Services, Inc. and their respective subsidiary and affiliated corporations or entities.
• Eligible employees must be employed full-time and have been with Title Guaranty for at least one year.

This scholarship was created in 2017 to support transgender students in good academic standing.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0
• Be in good academic standing with your institution
• Identify as Gender Variant/Non-Conforming, Non-binary, Third Gender, Transgender or Two-Spirit
• Be a Hawaii public high school graduate or GED equivalent

 Preferences: 

• Attend a two or four year University of Hawaii system campus
• Students with higher financial need

This scholarship was established by the KKHS WOW committee in 1998. The committee was formed to promote and recognize the wonderful and outstanding work among staff members and students of Kekaulike High School.

Requirements:

• Current year graduating senior of King Kekaulike High School
• Children of King Kekaulike High School staff members are not eligible

Preferences:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Academic Merit
• Good character

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• ​​​​​​​Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was established in 1999 by the Kamuela Kayak Corporation to support graduates of Kohala High School.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i

Preferences:

• Hawaiian Ancestry
• Attended Kohala High School
• Students attending the University of Hawaii or Hawaii Community College
• Students pursuing studies related to the fields of Hawaiian Studies, Oceanography, Agriculture or Botany.

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was established in 1999 by the Kamuela Kayak Corporation to support graduates of Kohala High School.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i

Preferences:

• Hawaiian Ancestry
• Attended Kohala High School
• Students attending the University of Hawaii or Hawaii Community College
• Students pursuing studies related to the fields of Hawaiian Studies, Oceanography, Agriculture or Botany.

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Established in 1994 by members of the Smith-Waterhouse family of Koloa, Kaua'i, this scholarship honors the memory of Dr. James W. and Melicent Knapp Smith, who arrived in Koloa in 1842, and their descendants Dr. Jared Knapp Smith, Dr. Alfred Herbert and Mabel Palmer Waterhouse. Each of these doctors and their wives were active in founding and furthering public education in the Koloa area.

Requirements:

• Resident of one of the following Kaua'i areas:  Koloa (96756), including Oma'o & Poipu (96756), Lawai (96765) or Kalaheo (96741).
• In a separate essay on the application, write about the following topic:  Describe your understanding of the meaning of ‘aloha’ in our multicultural community, including how it has played a part in your personal development, and how you hope to use your chosen field to further this aloha among both family and community.  Also include in your essay the following:

1. A list of relatives who were born in the Koloa District, including their relationship to you, place of birth, and approximate year of birth.
2. How long you have lived in the Koloa area.

Preference:

• Applicants born in the Koloa area or with family from the Koloa area

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• • Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Founded in 1936, the Korean University Club of Hawaii has been providing academic scholarships to students of Korean ancestry since 1950. The Korean University Club of Hawaii is a multi-generational group of Americans of Korean ancestry continuing the intent of its founders in promoting understanding of ancestral heritage and culture, participating in community affairs, and providing educational opportunity.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Be of partial Korean ethnicity
• Minimum GPA of 2.7

This scholarship was created in 2012 by Mr. Chong Kim, who was a child in Korea during the Korean War and is thankful to have survived those difficult times. Mr. Kim migrated to America in 1972 and served in the U.S. Air Force and federal government for many years until he retired. He created this scholarship as a way to honor the men and women who serve our country by providing educational opportunities for their descendants.

Requirements:

• Must be a direct descendant of a Korean War veteran or a direct descendant of a soldier who served in a foreign war and provide appropriate documentation.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Enrolled as a full-time student
• Demonstrate financial need

Preference:

• Demonstrate Community Service
• Previous year recipients

Additional Preferences (in order):

• Direct descendants of Korean War veterans who died in combat
• Direct descendants of veterans who served during the Korean War
• Direct descendants of veterans who either died or served in a foreign war

The Kosasa Kitty Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 to benefit 1^st generation Waipahu High School graduates who plan to attend a four year college or university on the mainland USA.
 
Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Graduate of Waipahu High School
• Pursuing a bachelor's degree at a four-year institution
• Be a full-time undergraduate student
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7
• Neither parent has graduated from college in the United States

Preference:

• Preference for renewal candidates who maintain a college GPA of 2.7

This fund was originally created in 2021 by the Kubota Foundation to support students of Hawai'i.

Standard minimum criteria that will be used to select the scholarship recipient:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing or progress (equivalent to a cumulative GPA of 2.0)
• Attend a two or four-year college/vocational school

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipient:

• Hawaii public high school senior
• GPA between 3.3 - 3.5
• Major in Education
• Attend the University of Hawaii - Manoa

Preference:

• For recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements, except the GPA requirement is a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7.

The Kūki’o Community Fund supporters believe that young people deserve the opportunity to succeed in school, in work and in life.  This scholarship was created to increase the educational opportunities for college bound Kūki’o employees and their dependents.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be a current employee of Kukio Golf and Beach Club, Inc., Kukio Community Associarion, or Kukio Staffing Services, LLC or a spouse or dependent child of a current employee
• Employee must be receiving benefits for at lease a one-year period

Preference:

• Renewal applicants

This scholarship was established by the Pacific Business Institute for Business & Culture in memory of Kurt Schneider, former President and CEO of Lana'i Company and Lana'i Resorts and is for seniors at Lana'i High School.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Graduate of Lana‘i High School

Preference:

• Travel industry management majors

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Langan Family Scholarship Fund was created in 2018 for the residents of Kauai seeking to pursue a graduate degree in nursing with the intent to become a nurse practitioner and returning to Kauai.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be a resident of Kauai
• Pursue a graduate degree in nursing with an intent to become a Nurse Practitioner Clinician

• Those with a strong intention to return to Kauai to specialize in 1) gerontology or 2) family practice, in that order.

This fund was created in 2022 with a preference to support students from the island of Kauai.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preferences:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.
• Resident of the island of Kauai

This scholarship was created in memory of Dr. Laura Jean Armstrong, a nurse extraordinaire. Beginning her professional career as a registered nurse in private practice, Dr. Armstrong joined the Hawai'i State Department of Health in 1968. As a public servant, she passionately worked to improve the health and welfare of the underserved until her untimely death.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Pursue a Masters or Doctoral degree
• Major in Nursing or Public Health

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This fund memorializes Laura Dowsett who was instrumental in creating the first occupational therapy program in Hawai'i. She was the director of the occupational therapy department at Queens Hospital for 16 years. She also founded the Occupational Therapy Association of Hawai'i and served as its president for seven years.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in an Occupational Therapy program

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Established by Laura Rowe Burdick who was a principal and teacher at Wailuku Elementary School.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited two or four year college or university or vocational training program
• Graduating high school senior from a school in Maui County
• Minimum 2.7 GPA

Preferences:

• Students who can persevere and complete a program of study
• Individuals who want to return to Maui County after completing their education or training in order to contribute to the community that formed them.

The Lewis Family Scholarship Fund was created in 2022 to honor the L. Joyo Family by providing scholarship grants in furtherance of post-secondary education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Donor preferred criteria:

• Graduate of Baldwin High School or Maui High School
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree from a 4-year accredited institution
• Intend to major in one of the following areas:
  • Science, Technology, Engineering or Math fields (STEM)
  • Health-related fields including health care administration, kinesiology, and physical or occupational therapy
  • Social service fields including social work, psychology, and public administration
• Born in Hawai'i
• Students who are first-generation in their family to attend college
• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation

Preferences:

• For recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.
• Renewable up to 5 years with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher from a 4-year accredited academic institution

This scholarship supports deserving students intending to study medicine and nursing.

Requirements:

• Major in Medicine or Nursing

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.0

The Lily and Raymond Torii Scholarship Fund was established in the memory of Lily and Raymond Torii, two dedicated educators in the Wai’anae community. The scholarship fund is meant to benefit Wai’anae High School graduates who exemplify compassion and service for others.

Requirements:

• Be a Hawaii resident
• Demonstrate financial need
• GPA of 2.5 or above
• Graduate of Wai'anae High School
• Attend as a full-time student
• Attend a 2 or 4 year college or university in Hawaii or the mainland USA
• Demonstrate community service

Preferences:

• Students with two letters of recommendation
• Renewal awards (not to exceed three renewals)
• Graduating high school seniors from Wai'anae High School

This fund was established in 2020 by Lima Kokua to provide scholarships for students pursuing a higher education.
Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Demonstrate involvement in community service
• Students who promote the qualities and characteristics in line with Lima Kokua Inc.'s mission and anti-discrimination values, as amended from time to time

Preferences:

• Highest GPA shall prevail if all others are equal

Additional preferences:

• Prior year recipient (if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing)

Established in 2005, this scholarship honors the late Logan Nainoa Fujimoto which benefits applicants studying Automotive Technology at Universal Technical Institute or at any of the community colleges within the University of Hawaii system.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Attend an accredited vocational education training or certification program in Hawai'i or in the continental United States, preference given to students attending Universal Technical Institute
• Concentration in Automotive Technology Program
• Demonstrate good moral character

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

 

The Lori Lee Kondo Scholarship Fund was established in 2020 for graduates of a Kauai Public High School

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate Financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Resident of the island of Kauai
• Graduate of a Kauai public High school, including Kaua'i High School, Kapa`a High School, and Waimea High School

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

This fund was created for the purpose of providing post-secondary scholarship(s) to a student who has graduated from high school, and plans on pursuing a career as a health care provider or business.

Requirements:

• Graduate of Leilehua, Waianae, Pahoa, Ka'u, Kea'au, Nanakuli or Moloka'i High School
• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
• Major in Healthcare or Business

Preference:

• Undergraduate student attending college in the State of Hawaii
• Student who has employment or volunteer experience while in high school
• Renewal candidates
  • must be an undergraduate

This scholarship was created in 2018 for post secondary students at the University of Hawaii at Manoa with a preference for students whose major is STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math)

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Be enrolled at the University of Hawaii at Manoa

Preferences:

• Students majoring in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math)
• Renewals

Lynn B. and Jade A. Mariano Shared Blessings Scholarship Fund, In memory and in honor of Lillian K.T. Chinn, created in 2021.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing

Additional preferences (in order of priority):

• Non-traditional student (including delayed enrollers, returning, transfer, and adult students), who is working and involved in community service
• Non-traditional student who is working
• Non-traditional student who is involved in community service
• Non-traditional student

Margaret Follett Haskins learned the value of hard work through her experiences during the Great Depression. She placed great emphasis on education. Using the community college system as a stepping stone, she reached her academic goals and despite the odds, she became a successful pharmacist. She never forgot her fortunate experiences. To remember her strong will and belief in education, her husband established this scholarship in her name, after her passing, to benefit those who wish to follow a similar path in their educational pursuits.

Requirements:

• Current graduate of any community college in the University of Hawaii system transferring to UH - Manoa, UH - Hilo, UH - Maui, or UH - West O’ahu
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 3.5 GPA

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i

Preferences:

• Preference for previous year recipients who maintain the same economic and scholarship requirements

Margaret Follett Haskins learned the value of hard work through her experiences during the Great Depression. She placed great emphasis on education. Using the community college system as a stepping stone, she reached her academic goals and despite the odds, she became a successful pharmacist. She never forgot her fortunate experiences. To remember her strong will and belief in education, her husband established this scholarship in her name, after her passing, to benefit those who wish to follow a similar path in their educational pursuits.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Current graduate of any community college in the University of Hawaii Community College system transferring to the University of Kansas (Lawrence, Kansas) or Kansas State University (Manhattan, Kansas)
  • Second priority to attend a four-year University of Hawaii System school
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 3.2 GPA
• Pursue an undergraduate degree

Preferences:

• Previous year recipients eligible for their senior year if the economic need continues and the student maintains a 3.2 GPA.  If the student is in a field of study that requires five years, that student will be eligible to apply for a third year.

Margaret Follett Haskins learned the value of hard work through her experiences during the Great Depression. She placed great emphasis on education. Using the community college system as a stepping stone, she reached her academic goals and despite the odds, she became a successful pharmacist. She never forgot her fortunate experiences. To remember her strong will and belief in education, her husband established this scholarship in her name, after her passing, to benefit those who wish to follow a similar path in their educational pursuits.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend as a full-time or part-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Undergraduate junior or senior seeking a bachelor degree at University of Hawaii Maui College who attended UH-Maui for at least two years, OR an associate degree graduate of University of Hawaii Maui College who is now pursuing an undergraduate bachelors degree at any of the University of Hawaii four-year campuses.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Previous year recipients - a student is in a field that requires a fifth year of education, may be eligible for a scholarship for the additional year.

The Margaret Jones Memorial Nursing Fund had its start in 1917, through a concert sponsored by the Hawai'i Nurses Club (now called the Hawai'i Nurses Association). The proceeds of the concert were used to establish a fund for nurses in need. The fund was named for Margaret Jones, a nurse killed when the S.S. Lusitania was sunk by a German submarine during World War I and now benefits nursing students.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Pursue a degree in Nursing
• Attend an accredited community college or 4 year college or university in Hawaii or the mainland United States
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Member of the Hawaii Nurses' Association

Marina Malia Schwartz was a Kapolei resident whose wish was to help the students from the west side of Oahu.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four-year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school's financial aid office)
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Graduate of a West O'ahu high school (Waipahu to Makaha)
• Be a high school senior entering first year of college OR a Graduate level college student
• Pursue a degree in one of the following:  Nurse Practitioner,  Physician assistant, or Education (Grades K-12)

Gertrude F. Straub established this scholarship as a memorial to her father, Marion Maccarrell Scott, who for many years was a teacher and principal in Hawai'i's public school system. The scholarship benefits students from public high schools in Hawai'i, planning to attend college on the mainland and who demonstrate a commitment to world peace.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need and academic ability (minimum GPA 2.8)
• Be a graduate of a Hawai‘i public high school
• Plan to attend an accredited college or university on the US mainland
• Plan to enroll in a course related to one of the following fields of study:
  • History
  • Government
  • Citizenship
  • International law
  • Political or social science
• Submit an essay describing how his or her course of study will lead to a better understanding of peace and the promotion of international understanding
• Preference for applicants who were awarded in the immediate prior year.

This scholarship was established by Mary Josephine Bloder, a Science and Math teacher at Lahainaluna High School for 23 years. As a young woman, Mary Josephine Bloder had to move away from home to get an education. For many years she lived on the Lahainaluna High School campus, where she developed close relationships with many of the school's boarding students. This fund seeks to help Lahainaluna boarders who are good science students attend college. Scholarship is renewable for 4 years.

Requirements:

• Current graduating Senior of Lahainaluna High School
• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• High grade point average in the sciences
• Two letters of recommendation required.  One of the letters must be from a science teacher at Lahainaluna High School.
• Undergraduate student

Preferences:

• Boarding students
• Previous year recipients

This scholarship fund was established to support a graduating senior from 'Aiea High school.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate Financial Need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5
• Aiea High School graduating senior
• Attending a four year college in Hawaii or the mainland Unites States
• Previous year awardee

The Meadow Gold Dairies-Hawaii Scholarship fund was established in 2015 to support the direct descendants of Meadow Gold Diairies-Hawaii employees or retirees.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time undergraduate student
• Attend an two or four year college or university in Hawai'i or the mainland United States
• Minimum GPA 2.7 or above
• Be a direct descendent (child, grandchild, great grandchild, etc.) of an active Meadow Gold Dairies-Hawaii employee or Retiree of Meadow Gold Dairies- Hawaii

Preference:

• Renewal students meeting the minimum requirements for up to four years

This scholarship was created by Michael John Perry to support students from Maui wanting to pursue a career as a commercial pilot.

Requirements:

• Resident of Maui
• Demonstrate financial need

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Attend a technical school, including flight school to become a commercial pilot.

Created in 2020, this scholarship is for students who live in the State of Hawaii with a GPA of 2.0, and graduated from a Hawaii Island public high school.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Be a graduate of a Hawai'i Island public high school

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing

Additional preferences (in order of priority)

• Self-identify as a paddler
• Preference for students of a 2.25 GPA or higher

This scholarship is in honor of Mildred Towle who, after years of service with social welfare agencies on the mainland, came to Hawai'i and served as Director of the International Institute of Hawai'i and, later, Director of Adult Education, both program areas at the YWCA of O'ahu. She was known and honored for her commitment to better relations among all people.

Requirements:

• Attend a non-profit college or university located in the United States or its territories
• Study in a foreign country as a junior, senior or graduate student during the regular academic year (summer semester not included). Note: This scholarship is intended for students participating in a study abroad program while enrolled at a U.S. institution. Students enrolling directly at a foreign based institution are not eligible.
• Include on your application the country you will be visiting and semester of study.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be a full-time student.
• Preference will be given to students "pursuing studies in the social sciences pertaining to international understanding and interracial fellowship."

This scholarship is in honor of Mildred Towle who, after years of service with social welfare agencies on the mainland, came to Hawai'i and served as Director of the International Institute of Hawai'i and, later, Director of Adult Education, both program areas at the YWCA of O'ahu. She was known and honored for her commitment to better relations among all people.

Requirements:

• • Citizen of the United States (Students in this category do not need to be Hawaii residents.)
  • Demonstrate Financial Need
  • Applicants who indicate moral worth and intellectual promise
  • Undergraduate or graduate degree student
  • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Be of African-American ethnicity
  • Preference will be given to students who:
  • Pursue studies in the social sciences pertaining to international understanding and interracial fellowship
  • Enrolled in an accredited college or university located in the State of Hawaii.
  • Attend as a full-time student

This scholarship is in honor of Mildred Towle who, after years of service with social welfare agencies on the mainland, came to Hawai'i and served as Director of the International Institute of Hawai'i and, later, Director of Adult Education, both program areas at the YWCA of O'ahu. She was known and honored for her commitment to better relations among all people.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate Financial Need
  • Enrolled or plan to enroll at Boston University (Boston, MA)
  • Applicants who indicate moral worth and intellectual promise
  • Current or incoming undergraduate or graduate degree student
  • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Preference will be given to students who:
  • Resident of the State of Hawaii
  •  Pursue studies in the social sciences pertaining to international understanding and interracial fellowship
  • Attend as a full-time student

This scholarship was established in 1997 by The Friends of Hawai'i's Public Housing (FHPH), a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting public housing tenants in Hawai'i.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need

Preferences:

• Students living in public housing in the State of Hawai‘i

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was created in 2004 to benefit seniors of Moanalua High School that are active participants in Math League activities and events. Scholarship is renewable for 4 years.

Requirements:

• Current high school senior of Moanalua High School
• Attend an accredited United States college or university
• Attend full time
• Pursue a Bachelor's degree
• Major in mathematics or science

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional Preferences:

• Show high achievement and participation in high school activities in the field of Mathematics, Math Club
• Preference given to previous year recipients

Requirements:
 

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attending an accredited four-year institution
• Enrolled as a full-time student in a graduate level program
• Pursuing an advance degree in medicine as a Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), Physician Assistant (PA), or Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Preferences:

• Preference for (in order of priority)
  • ​GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Maui resident
  • Residents who demonstrate an intent to return to practice on Maui, if not within the State of Hawaii
• Renewal candidates

The Nishida family created this scholarship in honor of Naomi June Nishida in 2016.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii.
• Demonstrate a financial need.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.

This Nathalie Y. Lee Scholarship Fund was established in 2022 to provide scholarship grants to students seeking higher education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preferences:

• Renewals
• Enrolled full-time
• Be of Chinese ancestry
• First generation in their family to attend college

During his lifetime, Neil Tepper worked in a wide range of creative and executive fields, which included consultant, life coach and author. The Neil Tepper Scholarship Fund was established in March 2012 with the purpose to provide scholarships to residents of Hawai'i demonstrating financial need and academic merit, and attending an accredited institution in pursuit of a four-year college degree.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited post high school institution
• Pursue a Bachelor's degree

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The scholarship fund was created by the family of Nick Van Pernis to honor his memory. The scholarship is for students from the west side of the island of Hawai'i studying Marine Science, Biotechnology, Health Sciences or Early Childhood Education.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Graduate of a public or private high school in the districts of North Kona, South Kona, North Kohala, South Kohala, or Ka‘u
• Major in one of the following fields:  Marine Sciences, Biotechnology, Health Sciences or Early Childhood Education
• Include in your personal statement a description of how your career may benefit the lives of Hawai’i residents upon completing your education. 
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Undergraduate or Graduate student

This scholarship fund was created in 2003 by the Oahu Filipino Community Council to support Hawaii residents of Filipino ancestry.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Students of Filipino ancestry

This scholarship was established by Oscar and Rosetta Fish who were committed to helping young people pursue higher education. Oscar was a member of the University of Hawai'i's College of Business Administration's first MBA graduating class in 1959. Rosetta was a speech teacher at UH Manoa. They met in Hawai'i and after living in several other places, returned to Hawai'i to retire.

Requirements:

• Attend any University of Hawaii campus, excluding its Manoa campus
• Major in Business Administration
• Undergraduate or graduate level

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Dr. Otto D. and Mrs. Aegun Y. Hensens were members of the Aiea Korean Methodist Church.  They established this fund in 2018 to support Hawaii high school graduates who are pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
 
Requirements:

• Graduate of a Hawaii high school
• Major in medicine, science (excluding political science), technology, engineering, or mathematics
• Resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Members or children of members of Aiea Korean Methodist Church who are already enrolled in the above degree programs

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Pat Shinobu Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 to benefit students attending either two-year or four-year colleges or universities in Hawai’i or the mainland USA. This scholarship gives preference to students who graduated from public high schools in Hawai’i.


Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time undergraduate student
• Attend a two or four year college or university in Hawai'i or the mainland United States
• Minimum GPA of 2.7 or above
• One letter of recommendation from a non-related community volunteer or teacher speaking to the student’s community service ability

Preference:

• Graduated from a public high school on Hawai'i Island
• Renewal students meeting the minimum requirements for up to 4 years

This scholarship was established in honor of Paul Weil from Kaua'i, who was a strong proponent of education. 

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA 2.7
• Be a resident of the island of Kaua'i
• Graduate of a public high school on Kaua'i
• Female applicant
• First generation in family to attend college
• Attend a four year college or university

This scholarship was established from the Trust of Paulina Sorg for students studying Nursing or Physical Therapy. Ms. Sorg formerly worked at the Department of Health in the Bureau of Crippled Children and Maternal and Child Health. Her dedication to the patients she served in life continues on through this scholarship.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Major in Physical Therapy or Nursing

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was established in 2005.

Scholarships for Foster Youth Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be 18 years or older and a resident of the state of Hawai'i
• Minimum GPA (grade point average) of 2.0
• Be permanently or temporarily separated from birth parent(s) and “aged out” of the foster care system in the state of Hawai‘i
• Be between the ages of 18 and 25

Scholarships for Dependents of Hospitality Workers Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the state of Hawai‘i
• Minimum GPA (grade point average) of 2.7
• Be a dependent of an employee currently employed by Outrigger Enterprises (or its successor corporation) in Hawai‘i working in a hospitality industry position

 

This scholarship was established in memory of Peter Papworth, a Social Studies teacher at Campbell High School. Mr. Papworth was a strong advocate for his students and dedicated his life to teaching and promoting education. It was his hope that you use this scholarship to its fullest extent, to become productive and successful students and make Campbell High School proud.

Requirements:

• Graduate of Campbell High School

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The fund was created in 2022 to provide scholarship grants to residents of the United States demonstrating financial need, academic merit and good character and attending an accredited post high school institution.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing, or maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Attend an accredited, two or four-year institution within the US

Preferences:

• First generation

This fund was created in 2004 by the Philippine Cultural Foundation of Hawaii Incorporated to benefit Hawaii residents of Filipino ancestry attending school in Hawaii.

Requirements:

• Be of Filipino ethnicity
• Enroll full-time at any college or university in Hawai'i
• Study culture and art; humanities or Philippine studies, public relations or communications
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need

The Philippine Nurses Association Hawaii Foundation created this fund in 2005 to support Hawai'i residents of Filipino ancestry.

Requirements:

• Be of Filipino ethnicity
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend a college or univeristy in the State of Hawaii
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i

The Phillips Family Kaiao Scholarship Fund was created for students that graduate from a Hawaiian immersion or a Hawaiian medium education high school in Hawaii.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of  Hawaii.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7.
• Attend an accredited two or four year institution within the U. S.
• Graduate of a Hawaiian immersion or a Hawaiian medium education high school in Hawaii

Preference:

• Kaua'i residents

This scholarship was created in 2016 to honor the memory of Minoru and Kiyoko Kubota, and to benefit graduates of Kapaa High School who plan to attend Kauai Community College.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.3
• Be a graduate of Kapaa High School
• Attend Kauai Community College

Preference:

• Renewal awards

The PRSA Hawai'i/Roy Leffingwell Scholarship was established in honor of the late Roy L. Leffingwell, APR, who retired in 1989 after more than 43 years of public relations service in Hawai'i. He founded International Public Relations, Hawaii's first full-service counseling firm and was active in public relations organizations including the National Association of Public Relations Counsel, one of the two organizations that merged to form PRSA. He was a former chapter president and 1993 Professional of the Year.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• College Junior, Senior or Graduate student
• Major in Public Relations, Journalism or Communications, intend to pursue a career in public relations

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Rapozo family established this scholarship to benefit the employees and their children of companies that were engaged in the growing and harvesting of sugar during 2015-2016.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of Maui
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7
• Be a former employee or dependent of an employee of a company that was primarily engaged in the business of growing and harvesting of sugar on Maui. Dependents may include hanai children of employees.

Preference:

• Students in their senior year in high school at the time of application.
• Preference is given to former employees or dependents of former employees who were employed in 2015 and/or 2016 of said companies

Established in 2006 by the late Raymond Yoshida who was a famous mixed media artist, born & raised on Kauai, and taught at the School of Arts Institute in Chicago for over 30 years. He created this scholarship fund to support students from Hawai'i who wish to pursue a major in fine arts. Renewable for up to 4 years for qualified students.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend the School of Art Institute of Chicago
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

Established in 2006 by the late Raymond Yoshida who was a famous mixed media artist, born & raised on Kauai, and taught at the School of Arts Institute in Chicago for over 30 years. He created this scholarship fund to support students from Hawaii who wish to pursue a major in fine arts.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• High school senior from a school on the island of Kaua’i
• Pursue studies in Fine Arts
• Minimum 2.7 GPA

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

•  
• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii

Lois Cain established this scholarship in 2006 to benefit applicants studying Landscape Architecture.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Major or concentrate in a field related to Landscape Architecture

This scholarship was established in 2009 to support college junior, senior, or graduate students studying hospital, or health care administration.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA
• Demonstrate financial need
• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Attend a college or university in the State of Hawai’i
• Be a college Junior, Senior or Graduate student
• Major in hospital, long-term care, or health care administration

This fund was established in 2018 by Bruce Hisanaga & Mauri Okamoto-Kearney to carry on the Okamoto's legacy and to encourage and enable students who were on their high school varsity volleyball team to continue their general education and become valuable representatives of Hawaii and the volleyball community.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Be a graduating Hawaii high school senior
• Be a player on the high school varsity volleyball team
• Attend a two or four year college or university
• 1 letter of recommendation

Preference:

• First generation to attend college

During his lifetime, Richard Smart gave generously to support educational opportunities for many young people of Waimea on Hawaii Island. He left a legacy that continues to support the community and lifestyle that he loved. This scholarship will assist students who are the first in their family to attain a college education with the intention of providing support for at least 4 years.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Residents of the Kamuela area of Hawai‘i Island (zip code 96743)
• Minimum 2.7 GPA

Preferences:

• First generation college student
• Renewals

This scholarship was established by Sara A. Miura, a fifth-generation Kaua'i resident, when she was 30 years old. Sara founded this scholarship to benefit Kaua'i residents that wish to pursue post-secondary education to enhance their lifelong learning and prepare them for their professions. This scholarship gives preference to students of divorced parents. Sara herself, is a child of divorced parents. While divorce or any negative experience is not a reason or excuse to aspire to less than their potential, Sara established this scholarship to shine a spotlight on this social and family issue that, in her opinion, should be taken more seriously, especially considering its effects on children. In this little way, she hopes to mitigate divorce and positively impact the lives of all families.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Resident of Kaua’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 2.7 GPA

Preference:

• Students of divorced parents

The Rising Tide Fund was created in 2022 to give scholarship grants to students seeking higher education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preferences:

• Students who are first generation in their family to attend college
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Student from Maui County

This fund was created in 2004 to benefit applicants studying art.

Requirements:

• Major in Art

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Robanna Fund was created in 1992 by Robert and Deanna Levy to provide financial assistance to students in the medical field so that they may pursue careers in the health care profession.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Major in a health-related field
• Attend an accredited college or university in Hawaii or on the mainland of the US
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

 

The Robert and Peggy Tanaka Scholarship Fund was established to provide scholarship grants to students who are residents of Hamakua, Hilo, and Puna Districts.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the Districts of Hamakua, Hilo or Puna, County of Hawaii
• Demonstrate Financial Need
• Applicant must be a member in good standing of any Church belonging to the Southern Baptist Convention
• One letter of recommendation from the applicant’s pastor confirming church membership and one letter of recommendation by a teacher or counselor
• Minimum GPA of 3.0

Established in 2010 by Robert Iwamoto Jr., CEO & President of Roberts Hawaii in honor of his father and their family's legacy of giving back to the island that they started their business and family on.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Recent Kaua’i High School graduate (last three years)
• Graduated from high school within the last 3 years
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need

Established in 2010 by Robert Iwamoto Jr., CEO & President of Roberts Hawaii in honor of his father and their family's legacy of giving back to the island that they started their business and family on.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Graduate of Kaua’i High School
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Enrolled at a technical or vocational education school

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need

This fund was created in 2018 to the purpose of providing post-secondary scholarships to the students of Maui County.

Requirements:

1. Resident of the State of Hawaii
2. Demonstrate a financial need
3. Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
4. Be a resident of Maui County
5. Demonstrates participation and commitment to community service
6. Participation in extra-curricular activities and/or sports

Preferences:

• Renewal candidates
• Students pursuing a degree in nursing
• Those who have helped in a leadership position/role in extra-curricular activities and/or sports

This scholarship was established by former students of Ron Bright who wanted to honor his contributions to the field of teaching. This scholarship hopes to encourage those students pursuing careers in education who also want to make a difference in people's lives as Ron Bright has done.

Requirements:

• Attend as a full-time student
• Attend an accredited college or university
• Major in Education

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional Preferences:

• Students with extra-curricular activities in the performing arts
• Community service
• Windward O’ahu area public high school seniors from Kailua, Castle, Kahuku, Kalaheo or Olomana high schools.

This scholarship honors Rosemary Ebrie and her mother Nellie. Rosemary Ebrie served as executive director of the YWCA in Hilo as well as chair of the Commission on Children and Youth.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need

Preferences:

• Students of Hawaiian ancestry
• Long time resident born on the island of Hawai'i who spent most their youth on Hawaii island

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a 2.0 GPA

The Roxanne Scott and Randall Omel Scholarship Fund intention and desire is to provide scholarship grants.
 
Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Resident of the County of Maui
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year college or university
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Must have performed community service

Preference:
Renewal students that meet the criteria and maintain a minimum 3.1 GPA

This fund was created in 2021 in honor of Roy and Lorraine Okumura.
Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in  good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Attending any two or four-year institution pursuing a vocational, undergraduate, or graduate degree

 The following preferences (in order of priority) shall aid in the selection of recipients should the need arise:

• Maui resident attending any two or four-year institution pursuing a vocational, undergraduate, or graduate degree.

This scholarship was established in 2018 by S&G Labs Hawaii to provide scholarships to students coming out of drug treatment to receive training for their future careers.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5
• Letter of recommendation from a certified substance abuse counselor
• Pursue an Associate Degree at an accredited 2-year or 4-year institution in the U.S.
• Be a full time student (as determined by your school's financial aid office)

Established in 2008 by the Safeway Foundation to support residents of Hawaii who wish to attend a college or university in the state of Hawai'i.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution in the State of Hawai’i
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

Preference:

• Current and past employees of Safeway Hawaii, and their dependents

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need

This  fund was established by St. Francis School in 2020 to provide scholarships grants to students.
Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Graduate of a high school in the State of Hawaii

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

Additional Preferences:

• 1. A student who attended and completed their grade level (Pre K-12) at Saint Francis School during the 2018-2019 school year regardless of what high school they attended or graduate, pursuing an Associates, Bachelor, or Graduate degree at a two or four-year institution.
• 2. A graduate of a catholic high school in the State of Hawaii, including but not limited to (in no particular order) Saint Francis School, Damien Memorial School, Maryknoll School, Sacred Hearts Academy, or Saint Louis School, and who is pursuing a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree at a four-year institution.
• 3. GPA .of 2.5 or higher 

The Sam and Pauline Suemi Leong Scholarship Fund was created in 2016 for eligible students enrolled as full-time and pursuing a degree in higher education. Renewable up to 4 years.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Be a first generation college student (first in their family to attend a college/university to attain a college degree)
• Be a graduate of a Hawaii Island high school
• Attend a 2 or 4 year college/university located within the state of Hawaii as a part-time or full-time student

The family of Sarah Rosenberg established this fund in her memory as Sarah was interested in becoming a teacher.

Requirements:

• Determined by committee at Kealakehe High School

The family of Sarah Rosenberg established this fund in her memory as Sarah was interested in becoming a teacher.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Resident of the Island of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Major in Education
• College Senior

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Dr. Ruth Matsuura created this scholarship for high school graduates, who through higher education are able to pursue careers that positively affect the lives of many. Senator Matsuura worked in the field of agriculture, traveling to India as a missionary to teach people modern agricultural methods to grow crops and end famine. Dr. Ruth Matsuura helped many people as a pediatrician. After serving in India as missionaries, they made their home in Hilo where Senator Matsuura was a state legislator for over 16 years and Dr. Matsuura practiced pediatrics for more than thirty years. Education opened doors for them that would have been closed otherwise.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Resident of the Island of Hawai‘i
• Graduate of Hilo High School or Waiakea High School

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Shaun Tokumura Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 in memory of Shaun Tokumura, a Punahou student who lost his life in a car accident at the age of 10. This scholarship supports students who have performed community service.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time undergraduate student
• Attend an accredited four year college or university
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Submit 2 letters of recommendation

Preference:

• Student who have performed community service

Renewal awards:

• Awardees may receive renewal awards up to four years

This scholarship was established in memory of Shelly Williams who was one of the few compounding pharmacists in the state. She owned and operated a pharmacy in Kealakekua.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Resident of the Island of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Major in Pharmacy

This fund was created in 2020 by a former Hawaii Community Foundation scholarship recipient whom was able to receive a full college education because of the generosity of one of our scholarship donors. By creating this scholarship and naming it in memory of their family is how they have decided to 'give back to Hawaii'.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Attend a two or four-year institution on the U. S. mainland
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5
• Be enrolled as a full-time student (as determined by the school's financial aid office)
• Be a graduate from a public high school in the State of Hawaii

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continued to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing

 

This fund was established in 2004 to support students majoring in Journalism and Communications.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Major in Communications or Journalism

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Shuichi, Katsu, and Itsuyo Suga scholarship fund was established in 1997 by Yasuo Suga in honor of his mother, father and stepmother. The Suga scholarship provides financial support for Hawaii residents majoring in mathematics, physics, science or technology fields.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Major in Math, Physics, Science & Technology
• Demonstrate financial need

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was established in 2006. As part of the Hawai'i Community Foundation's Vocational Education Scholarship Program, this fund provides scholarships for applicants in an AS Nursing degree program.

Requirements:

• Be enrolled as a student majoring in nursing at UH Maui College (formerly: Maui Community College), with preference given to students in the Associates of Science (AS) in Nursing or certificate of achievement programs.
• Minimum GPA 3.0 for undergraduate programs; 2.0 for AS.
• Personal statement must include applicant's current and planned community service.
• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii.
• Demonstrate financial need

Preference:

• Hawaiian ancestry

This fund, in honor of Mae Nakatani Nishioka and started in 2020, is for women majoring in engineering and technology.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate Financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Student intending to study or enroll in an engineering or technology field
• Undergraduate or graduate degree seeking student
• Attending a 2 or 4-year institution
• Woman or other underrepresented gender in engineering or technology field, including, but not limited to:women, non-binary, transgender, two-spirit, and/or third gender.

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated financial need
• Resident of the State of Hawaii
• Minimum GPA (grade point average) or 3.5
• Pursuing a major in education
• Graduate of a public high school in Hawaii
• Attend a college or university in Hawaii

Preferences:

• Preference given to past recipients
• Graduates of Konawaena High School

The Stein Family Scholarship Fund was established to provide scholarships for students from West Hawai'i. 

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend an accredited, two or four-year institution within the US (including US territories)
• Resident from the West Hawai’i county in the State of Hawai’i
• Study in the fields of arts or healthcare including but not limited to:
  • Art - theatre, performing arts, journalism, writing, film
  • Healthcare - nursing, general medicine, pharmacy, emergency medicine, midwifery

Preference:

• Students who are the first in their family to graduate from college (first generation students)

Born out of the covid-19 crisis which forced the early closing of the school year and cut short critical planning months for graduating seniors, The Hawaii Community Foundation and First Hawaiian Bank put together the Stronger Together Hawai'i Scholarship to give 2020 graduates of the Hawaii's public school system the hope and ability to pursue their goals by allowing  students to explore a wide range of continuing education options. Today, the fund supports multiple cohorts of students who have sense graduated during the pandemic, as well as students who have been impacted by the Maui Wildfires of 2023.

Requirements:

• 2020 or 2021 or 2022 Hawai'i high school graduate, and:
  • Participated in the University of Hawaii's Next Steps to your Future program during the summer of 2020;
  • OR identified by the HCF staff as an eligible STH candidate through the common application;
• OR a student who has been impacted by the Maui Wildfires of 2023.
• Degree-seeking student at a two-or-four year  accredited institution
• Demonstrate financial need and/or been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic

 

Originally established in 1987 by the widow of the late Takehiko Hasegawa who was an international businessman, to honor her husband and his love of Kauai. The fund moved over to the Foundation in 2008 and grants out to students with high academic achievements, attending a school off island. Two sets of criteria will be used to determine eligibility:

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the island of Kaua'i
• Minimum GPA of 3.5
• Submit two letters of recommendation 

OR

• Be a resident of the island of Kaua'i
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Attend Kaua'i Community College

This scholarship fund was established in 2014, to honor the memory of Teruo and Adeline K. Ogawa.  This fund is to provide scholarships for the students from Moloka'i.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i from the island of Moloka'i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Minimum 2.7 GPA

Preferences:

• First generation students
• Renewals may be considered for up to two years for students that meet the criteria and maintain the minimum GPA.

The 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans Stanley Izumigawa Scholarship Fund was created in 2014.  The purpose of the scholarship fund is to benefit descendants of the members of The 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans of WWII and to perpetuate its legacy of continuing service by rewarding direct descendants of the veterans who demonstrate these values and beliefs.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate academic achievement, minimum GPA of 2.7
• Attend an accredited two-or-four year college or university, undergraduate or graduate student
• Be a full-time student
• Be a direct descendant of a 100th Infantry Battalion World War II veteran.
• Show potential for promoting the legacy of the 100^th Infantry Battalion of World War II (additional essay).
• Active in extra-curricular activities and community service.
• Do not need to be a Hawaii resident
• Do not need to demonstrate financial need
• Applicants will identify name of veteran and relationship.  Verification will be confirmed through the 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans Office Manager.

The Gerald W. G. Kwock Charitable Foundation fund was established in 2015.  This fund is in support of O'ahu high school seniors attending a public or private high school.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be a graduating senior from an Oahu high school.
• Attend the University of Hawaii system school, including community colleges.
• Maintain a minimum 2.8 GPA.

Preferences:

• Renewal Applicants
• For students who submit two letters of recommendation from unrelated parties.
• For students intending to major in Journalism, English, or Communications.

The Gerald W. G. Kwock Charitable Foundation fund was established in 2015.  This fund is in support of O'ahu high school seniors attending a public or private high school.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be a graduating senior from an Oahu high school.
• Attend the University of Hawaii system school, including community colleges.
• Maintain a minimum 2.8 GPA.

Preferences:

• Renewal Applicants
• For students who submit two letters of recommendation from unrelated parties.
• For students intending to major in Journalism, English, or Communications.

The Ian & Bennett Lewis Scholarship Fund was created in 2022 to provide scholarship grants to students seeking higher education.  The scholarship supports dedicated local individuals who intend to use these skills towards a committed future of investment in a prosperous community across Maui County.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Donor preferred criteria:

• Graduate from Baldwin High School or Maui High School
• Minimum GPA of 3.5
• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year accredited academic institution in one of the following areas:
  • Science, Technology, Engineering or Math Fields (STEM)
  • Health-related fields including health care administration, kinesiology, and physical or occupational therapy
  • Social service fields including social work, psychology, and public administration
• Born in Hawaii
• Students who are first generation in their family to attend college
• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation

Preferences:

• For recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.
• Renewable up to 5 years with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher from a 4-year accredited academic institution

This scholarship was established in 2017 by Elizabeth Lacy to support the students of Hawaii.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Be a full-time student (as determined by your school's financial aid office)

Preference:

• graduating Kahuku High School senior

The Waialua Lions Club Scholarship Fund has been established by the Waialua Lion's Club.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7
• Be a graduating Senior at Waialua High School
• Enrolled full-time in an accredited, two or four year college or university
• Submit one letter of recommendation

This scholarship was established in 2013 to honor the memory of William Lew.

Requirements for Bachelor's Degree Scholarship:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Be of Chinese ethnicity
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree
• Major in Business
• Attend University of Hawaii-Manoa, University of Hawaii – West Oahu, University of Hawaii-Hilo or University of Hawaii-Maui
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Preference given to renewals for a maximum of 2 years

OR

Requirements for Community College Scholarship:

• Be a resident of the state of Hawai'i
• Be of Chinese ethnicity
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be accepted into the culinary program at Kapiolani Community College or in any other culinary program in Hawaii.
• Minimum 2.7 GPA 
• Preference given to renewals for a maximum of 2 years

The THINK STEM Educator Scholarship Fund was established by the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) International Partnership in 2014.  The purpose of this fund is to support STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education for Hawaii Island students that intend to teach the Hawaii Island middle or secondary schools.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of Hawai’i County in the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Undergraduate students must:
  • Be attending on-campus and majoring in secondary education or a STEM field for the purpose of teaching STEM subjects in a Hawaii middle or secondary school. 
  • Be a current sophomore, junior, or senior in college.
• Graduate level credential and licensure students must:
  • Have completed a bachelor's degree in a STEM major

Preferences:

• Applicants who are actively pursuing an undergraduate degree, a graduate degree for the purposes of teaching STEM subjects at a Hawaii island middle or secondary school.​​​​​​
• Renewal applicants

The THINK STEM Scholarship Fund was established by the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) International Partnership in 2014.  The purpose of this fund is to support students who will work in a STEM occupation on the Hawai'i Island.

Requirements:

• Resident of Hawai’i County in the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office)
• Minimum 2.7 GPA

Preferences:

• Applicants who are actively pursuing an associate degree, undergraduate degree, graduate degree, or certificate for the purpose of working in a STEM (science, technology, engineering or math) occupation on Hawai’i Island.
• Renewal applicants

The Thz Fo Farm Scholarship fund was established in 1990 to support the educational needs of students of Chinese descent.

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Students of Chinese descent

This academic scholarship to support a graduating senior at a high school participating in the Times Supermarket Shop and Score program or the American Savings Bank for Education program.  A minimum of one scholarship shall be awarded from each of the top five qualifying high schools as determined annually by Times at the conclusion of the Shop and Score Program and American Saving Bank at the conclusion of the Bank for Education Program.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Be a graduating senior at any high school participating in the Times Supermarket Shop and Score program or the American Savings Bank for Education program:
  • Castle HS
  • Farrington HS
  • Kalani HS
  • Kaua'i HS
  • McKinley HS
  • Moanalua HS
  • Nanakuli HS
  • Pearl City HS
  • Waimea HS
  • Waipahu HS
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Demonstrate financial need

This scholarship was established in 2018 by Timothy Choy.  The purpose of this fund is to provide scholarships to students of Kaimuki High School, or other public high schools that primarily serve low-income students, intending to support students in getting a second chance.

Requirements:

• Kaimuki HS Graduate (priority) or lacking such applicants other public high schools
• Demonstrate financial need
• Attend a four-year or two-year college, university or community college with a preference for mainland institutions
• GPA between 2.7 - 3.5
• State in your personal statement why and how you have decided to better yourself

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii

This scholarship was created to support single parents pursuing a college degree

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a  minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Be a female and a single-parent
• Has a high school diploma or GED certificate
• Enrolled in an accredited college two or four year post-secondary institution in Hawaii with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or its equivalent (accredited vocational education programs)

Preference:  

• Applicants who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing

Additional Preferences (in order of priority):

1. Age 22 or older
2. First generation to attend college
3. Students of Polynesian ancestry

 

Thomas "Uncle Tommy" Lee worked for the Dole Food Co. and Castle & Cooke, Inc. for 47 years from 1939 to 1986. After his retirement, he continued to work as a consultant and lobbyist. Active in numerous community and civic organizations and well respected for his political acumen, he was once voted one of the most effective lobbyists by members of the legislature. His co-workers, family and friends established this scholarship fund to carry on his legacy of caring.

Requirements:

• Current graduating high school Senior
• Resident of Waialua or Haleiwa

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This fund was created by the Tongan Cultural Society in 2003 to support Hawaii residents that are primarily of Tongan ancestry attending school in Hawaii.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Attend college in the State of Hawai’i

Preferences:

• Individuals of Tongan descent
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Tony Group Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 to support direct descendants of Tony Group employees in their efforts to attend a college or university.  This scholarship is renewable for up to 4 years.
 

 

Created in 1996, this scholarship supports students attending BYU-Hawaii, Chaminade University or Hawaii Pacific University.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Attend Brigham Young University – Hawai’i, Chaminade University, or Hawai’i Pacific University

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

The Troy Barboza Education Fund was created in 1991 in the memory of Troy Barboza, a police officer who was killed in the line of duty. This fund was established to provide education and training assistance in the form of scholarship grants for public employees (and their dependents) that have been killed or injured in the line of duty. The public employee must be in a position where lives are risked for the protection of others (i.e. police officers, fire fighters, life guards, etc.). Additionally, funds may be used for Hawaii residents who have performed heroic or other noteworthy acts that provide for the protection and safety of others. This scholarship is renewable.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Be a dependent (or immediate family member) of a Hawai’i Public employee killed or injured in the line of duty (to the extent that they are incapacitated or incapable of continuing their profession) OR a past or present public employee injured in the line of duty.  The public employee must be in a position where lives are risked for the protection of others
• Eligible applicants must complete the Troy Barboza Educational Fund Scholarship essay

Preferences:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

---OR---

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Performed a heroic act which provided for the protection and safety of others.  The act must have occurred no more than one year prior to Troy Barboza's death (10/22/1987)

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was created to support students who are members of the Hawaii Area Submarine Force Community.  

Requirements:

• Renewal candidates ONLY (candidates awarded in the immediate prior year)
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai'i
• Attend an accredited two or four year college or university
• Be a member of the Hawaii Area Submarine Force (active or retired), their immediate family members (spouse and children) and immediate family members of deceased submariners (spouse or children)

Preference:

• For recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipients continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.
  • Renewal candidates (candidates awarded in the immediate prior year) need not be Hawaii residents in subsequent award years, nor be re-qualified as a member of the Hawaii Area Submarine Force, an immediate family member, or immediate family members of deceased submariners after receiving an initial award.

In 1997, the University of Redlands and its Hawai'i Alumni Club established this scholarship to benefit the ever growing number of Hawai'i residents attending the University and to strengthen the ties between the two locations.

Requirements:

• Hawai'i residents
• Attend University of Redlands

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be in good academic standing by maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

This scholarship was established in memory of Vicki Willder, former Kamehameha Schools Food Services employee.

Requirements:

• Graduate of Kamehameha Schools (Kapalama, Maui or Kea‘au)

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Major in culinary or catering arts trades or professions, food service industry, or travel industry management related fields.

The Trustees of the Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation are interested in assisting students that have been in the foster care system. Mr. and Mrs. Geist grew up independently and their successes in life came through their own personal efforts. Because of the Geists' own childhood experiences, you have been selected in recognition of the strides you have taken to succeed and to give you encouragement to continue your efforts.

Requirements:

• Have a primary residence in Hawaii
• Plan to attend a two or four-year college, university, or vocational school
• Plan to enroll at least half-time (equivalent of 6 or more credits per semester)
• Submit a letter from a Department of Human Services case worker verifying your past and/or present placement in foster care within the State of Hawaii.  Youth who have been legally adopted or reunited with their birth families before the age of thirteen (13) are not eligible for support under this program.  The letter from your case worker should specifically document that:
  1) you are or were in the foster care system in Hawaii.
  2) you were not adopted or permanently reunited with your birth parents prior to your 13th birthday.  A statement from your case worker that you either did or will  "age out" of foster care is sufficient for this purpose if it applies to your case.
• Be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.

The W.D. Uehara Family Scholarship Fund was established in 2014.  The donor lived in Honolulu her entire life and cares deeply about the future of the islands, especially sustainability and protecting our lands and ocean.  Students who are pursuing a degree in Education, Agriculture or Environmental Studies will be considered.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a full-time student
• Junior or senior undergraduate student or a graduate student
• Attend a four year college or university
• Pursue a degree in Education, Agriculture or Environmental Studies
• Minimum GPA 2.7 or above

Preference:

• Students studying in the State of Hawaii

 

For graduating Waianae High School seniors enrolled majoring in education, with a preference for those involved in the Waianae High School Teaching Academy (WHSTA).

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.4
• Graduating high school senior from Waianae High School
• Major in Education
• Attend an accredited 2 or 4 year not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
• Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school's financial aid office)
• Minimum ACT score of 24
• 2 Letters of recommendation
  • 1 letter from a Waianae High School teacher
  • 1 letter from a Waianae High School principal
• Essay which demonstrates a desire to help and instill a belief in all children that learning is possible, your intent to return to their community to teach, and talk about one book on education that they read this year and how it influences his/her teaching philosophy.

Preference:

• Previous year recipient

This fund was created by in 2020 to support students from Hawaii pursuing a postsecondary education.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good standing
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5

 

Established in 2010 by the Class of 1952 of Waimea High School to help students from their alma mater achieve a higher education.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Demonstrate financial need
• Graduate of Waimea High School

This scholarship was established by the Alliance for Drama Education (ADE), a nonprofit organization founded in 1980 by George Kon and Walt Dulaney. ADE’s mission is to reach out to the community and through drama education stimulate, develop and refine youngster’s cognitive and creative skills. The scholarship supports past and current students of Farrington High School who were members of ADE’s flagship program: T Shirt Theater.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Minimum GPA of 2.5
• Be a past or current T-Shirt Theatre member at Farrington High School
• Attend an accredited, two or four year college or university
• Enroll full-time or part-time

Preference:

• First generation college students

This scholarship honors the memory of Walter Kupau, former head of the Carpenter's Union. Under Kupau's guidance, Local 745 became the fifth-largest union in the state and took an active role in local community issues, politics and public service.

Requirements:

• Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Plan to attend an undergraduate or graduate post high school institution or vocational school

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additional Preferences (in order of priority):

1. Descendants of retired members in good standing with the Hawai'i Carpenter's Union Local 745 (provide name of member & relationship, i.e. father)
2. Descendants of current members of the Hawai'i Carpenter's Union Local 745 (provide name of member & relationship, i.e. father)

Created in 2020, the Watanabe "Go For It" Scholarship Fund purpose is to provide scholarships to residents of the
State of Hawaii, who demonstrate financial need with a GPA of 2.0, and attending a community college in the State of Hawaii.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
• Attending a community college in the State of Hawaii

Preference:

• Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

Additional preferences (in order of priority)

• First Generation Student
• GPA of 2.5

The Weil Ohana Scholarship was established to support women from Kaua'i who are first generation in their families to attend college to gain a higher education.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum GPA 2.7
• Be a resident of the island of Kaua'i
• Graduate of a public high school on Kaua'i
• Female applicant
• First generation in her family to attend college

Preference:

• Students attending a four year college or university

Created in 2018, the West Oahu Economic Development Association is for graduating high school seniors from the West Side of Oahu pursuing a college degree.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8
• Be a current high school graduating senior
• Be a resident of west Oahu to include zip codes 96797, 96706, 96707, 96709, and 96792
• Demonstrate community service

Preference:

• Attend the University of Hawaii at West Oahu
• Demonstrate community service in the communities of West Oahu

This scholarship was created by Will J. Henderson in 2006 for the benefit of child dependents of current employees at Queen's Medical Center. Mr. Henderson was the President of Queen's Medical Center in 1960 and served there for 26 years. The Will J. Henderson scholarships are commitments of his continued dedication, caring, and serving Hawai'i through the children of Queen's employees.

Requirements:

• At least one parent be a current employee a the Queen's Health Care System (parents employment information will be sent to the Queen's Medical Center Human Resources department for verification)
• Maintain a GPA  (grade point average) of 2.0 or equivalent
• Attend an academic or vocational institution in Hawaii and the U.S.A. that is accredited and approved by the Hawaii Community Foundation; except the University of Hawai'i system.

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need

Preference:

• Renewal candidates

 

This fund was established in 2022.

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawaii
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Additionally, the Donor prefers the following criteria to be used to select scholarship recipients:

• Students studying Education or Engineering in an accredited program, college, or university.
• Preference for recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.

This scholarship was created in 1997 by Dorothy Bading Lanquist to support applicants studying Physical Sciences and related fields (excluding biological and social sciences).

Requirements:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i
• Major in a physical science related field (excluding biological and social sciences)

In accordance with current HCF Scholarship Policy, the following preferences may also be applied:

• Demonstrate financial need
• Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0