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Hawaii grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

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Fiscal Year 2025 National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Multi-State and National Earthquake Assistance
$300,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2025

Date Added

Aug 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions for initiatives that improve earthquake safety and awareness across multiple states or nationally.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
FY24 DEFENSE ESTABLISHED PROGRAM TO STIMULATE COMPETITIVE RESEARCH (DEPSCoR) RESEARCH COLLABORATION (RC)
$600,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Office of Scientific Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 25, 2024

Date Added

Mar 29, 2024

This program provides funding to universities in eligible states to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering that support the needs of the Department of Defense.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Hawaii Urban & Community Forestry Community Grants
$15,000
Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources (Kaulunani Council)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 28, 2024

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations, schools, and community groups in Hawaii to develop and sustain urban forestry projects that promote tree planting, care, and education while emphasizing equity and environmental justice.

Environment
Nonprofits
FY 2025 NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program - Ruth D. Gates: Supporting Hawaiis Sustainable Coral Reef Fisheries Management Plans
$600,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 13, 2025

Date Added

Apr 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations in Hawaii to develop sustainable fisheries management plans for coral reefs, focusing on community collaboration and scientific research.

Environment
Nonprofits
Management Species - Sea Turtle Nesting Surveys, Wake Island Airfield
$271,430
U.S. Department of Defense (Fort Worth District)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 28, 2025

Date Added

Jun 28, 2025

This grant provides funding for organizations to conduct sea turtle nesting surveys and conservation efforts at Wake Island Airfield, specifically targeting members of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units in the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii-Pacific Islands, or California.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Community Funding Hubs for Resilience and ʻĀina Stewardship
$300,000
Hawaii University of Hawaiʻi
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 11, 2025

This grant provides funding to establish local hubs that will assist community organizations in Hawaii with managing projects focused on environmental resilience and stewardship.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Micro-Grants For Food Security Program
$10,000
Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity (DAB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 22, 2026

This program provides financial support to individuals and organizations in Hawaii for projects that enhance local food production, focusing on sustainable agriculture to improve food security in communities.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
May and Stanley Smith Charitable Trust Grants
Contact for amount
May and Stanley Smith Charitable Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 24, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support vulnerable populations, including adults and youth with disabilities, foster youth, older adults, and veterans, helping them achieve self-sufficiency and personal development.

Education
Nonprofits
Micro-Grants for Food Security Program (MGFSP)
$10,000
Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 17, 2024

This funding initiative provides microgrants to Hawai‘i residents for small-scale agricultural projects that improve local food production and security.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
Coral Reef Stewardship Fund
$300,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 9, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, governments, and educational institutions for projects that enhance the health and resilience of coral reef ecosystems across U.S. territories.

Environment
Nonprofits
Makahiki Grant Program
$850,000
County of Maui
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This funding program provides financial support to local organizations and practitioners in Maui County for projects that celebrate Hawaiian culture and promote community engagement, economic development, and sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Cooke Foundation Grant
$20,000
Cooke Foundation Limited
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Hawaiʻi for projects that enhance community welfare, focusing on areas such as arts, education, environmental preservation, and human services.

Arts
Nonprofits
TourWest Grant
$3,000
Creative West
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 29, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local governments in the Western U.S. to bring touring performing and literary artists to underserved communities, enhancing access to the arts through live or virtual performances and educational outreach.

Arts
Nonprofits