West Hawaiʻi Community Grants
Forecasted
West Hawaiʻi Community Grants support nonprofits delivering programs that address local priorities, strengthen communities, and promote long-term well-being for residents of western Hawaiʻi Island.
Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2028 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Two-year awards, with funds released annually
Summary: Supports nonprofit programs addressing local priorities and strengthening long-term community well-being in West Hawaiʻi.
Key Information: Second-year funding does not require reapplication, provided grant requirements are met.
Description
Hawai'i Community Foundation administers the West Hawaiʻi Community Grants program through the West Hawaiʻi Fund, a permanent resource addressing the current and emerging needs of residents on the west side of Hawaiʻi Island. The program invests in nonprofit programs that respond to local priorities, strengthen communities, and promote long-term community well-being.
Beginning with the 2026 cycle, the program moved to two-year awards to provide greater funding stability and support longer-term planning. Developed in response to feedback from nonprofit partners and community advisors, this structure aims to reduce administrative burden, strengthen partnerships, and deepen sustained community impact. Community Grants continue to alternate annually between West Hawaiʻi and East Hawaiʻi.
