Strong Foundation
The Strong Foundation funds major capital projects that provide significant, lasting benefits for youth in Hawaii, focusing on substantial initiatives supported by trustee sponsorship.
Funder: Bank of Hawaii
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application/Proposal submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Not specified; supports major capital needs for youth-oriented organizations in Hawaii.
Summary: Provides grants for substantial capital projects benefiting youth across Hawaii; trustee sponsorship required for applications.
Key Information: Applicants must secure a Strong Foundation trustee as sponsor prior to submission.
Description
The Strong Foundation, administered by Bank of Hawaii, offers annual grants primarily for major capital needs of youth-oriented organizations serving the state of Hawaii. The foundation focuses on supporting substantial projects that deliver broad benefits to children and youth. Each application must be championed by a Strong Foundation trustee, who will represent the proposal at the foundation’s annual meeting. The foundation does not support general operating expenses, endowments, or multi-year grants, and each organization may only receive one grant every three years.
