Grants for Marine Protection, Youth Leadership, Water Conservation in Hawaii (USA)
GrantID: 75310
Grant Funding Amount Low: $10,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $50,000
Summary
This grant opportunity provides project- or program-based support to nonprofit organizations, fiscally sponsored groups, community-serving organizations, church programs, and public school projects located in Hawaiʻi. The funding focuses on community initiatives that respond to local needs such as youth development, health, education, the environment, arts and culture, economic resilience, and social well-being.
Eligible applicants are organizations based in Hawaiʻi that are recognized as nonprofits or are working under a fiscal sponsor. Government agencies may also qualify for certain projects, such as those operated through schools. Individuals are generally not eligible, except through separate scholarship programs. Large capital improvement projects and endowments are not typically supported.
Grant awards are usually one-year awards, with most funding amounts reaching up to $10,000, although larger requests may be considered depending on the purpose and scale of the project.
Funding cycles occur several times a year and may focus on specific islands, geographic areas, or themes such as marine resource protection, youth leadership, water conservation, and recovery efforts following natural disasters.
The purpose of this grant is to strengthen the capacity of local communities and support efforts led by those who best understand local needs. The funding is intended to encourage collaboration among community partners, promote equitable access to resources, and help organizations deliver measurable results that improve the quality of life for Hawaiʻi residents.
Through these opportunities, communities across Hawaiʻi are empowered to pursue innovative solutions and sustainable programs that reflect local values, culture, and priorities. This initiative helps maintain Hawaiʻi’s unique sense of place while fostering long-term social, environmental, and economic well-being throughout the islands.
If you are located in Hawaii and working in the area of Higher Education, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.
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