Teresa F. Hughes Trust
Supports Hawaii nonprofits delivering direct financial aid to needy elderly adults in ill health and children under 18 facing or at risk of abuse or neglect.
Funder: Bank of Hawaii
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application/Proposal deadline; submit by 11:59 PM on April 30)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants up to $500 per eligible individual; administrative fee capped at 10% of grant; no multi-year funding.
Summary: Supports Hawaii-based nonprofits assisting financially needy elderly adults (70+) in ill health and children under 18 who have experienced or are at risk of abuse or neglect.
Description
The Teresa F. Hughes Trust provides annual grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in Hawaii that deliver direct financial assistance to vulnerable populations. The program focuses on adults aged 70 and older who are in ill health and financial need, as well as children under 18 who have suffered abuse, neglect, abandonment, or live in households where abuse has occurred. Funding is intended to supplement resources where other services are unavailable, with a strong emphasis on health and human services.
