McInerny Foundation Major Capital Grants
Bank of Hawaii's McInerny Foundation Major Capital Grants fund large-scale facility, renovation, or equipment projects by Hawaii nonprofits to achieve transformative improvements in arts, education, health, environment, and community services.
Funder: Bank of Hawaii
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Major Capital Grants application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Capital projects with total costs of $500,000 or more; typical awards support substantial, transformative improvements.
Summary: Supports Hawaii 501(c)(3) organizations with grants for major capital projects in arts, education, health, environment, and community development.
Key Information: Requires 100% board giving and 25% of project funds secured prior to application.
Description
This grant supports large-scale capital investments by Hawaii-based 501(c)(3) organizations, including major building projects, extensive renovations, significant equipment purchases, or capital campaigns. The funding is intended for projects with total costs of $500,000 or more and aims to help organizations make substantial, transformative improvements to their physical infrastructure or capabilities. Eligible fields include arts & culture, community, education, environment, health, and human services. The program is administered by Bank of Hawaii’s Charitable Foundation Services and reviewed by the McInerny Foundation Distribution Committee.
