The West Hawai‘i Fund by Hawai‘i Community Foundation supports nonprofit-led research and science-based programs addressing local needs and long-term well-being in West Hawai‘i.
Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2028 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Multi-year grants supporting two-year projects; annual funding released each year; typical award size not specified.
Summary: Supports nonprofit organizations strengthening West Hawai‘i communities through programs addressing local priorities and long-term well-being.
Key Information: This is a forecasted cycle; dates and details may shift—check the program page for updates.
The West Hawai‘i Fund, managed by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, is dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations working to strengthen communities across West Hawai‘i. With a history spanning two decades, the fund serves as a permanent resource to address both current and emerging needs of residents on the west side of Hawai‘i Island. The grant program invests in local priorities and promotes long-term community well-being, now through a two-year grant structure intended to provide greater stability for nonprofit partners and foster sustained impact in the region.