‘Ewa Beach Community Fund

The Ewa Beach Community Fund is administered by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF), a nonprofit dedicated to supporting charitable efforts throughout the Hawaiian Islands. HCF was established to improve the quality of life for Hawai‘i residents through community-based philanthropic efforts and targeted grantmaking. This particular funding initiative falls under HCF’s Community Grants Program, which includes multiple regional funds designed to address localized needs across different communities in Hawai‘i. The Ewa Beach Community Fund specifically supports activities and projects undertaken by charitable agencies that aim to enhance the quality of life for residents of the Ewa area on the island of O‘ahu. Priority is given to organizations that either are based in the Ewa community, have an established history of involvement there, or are working in partnership with a local Ewa organization. Within this context, the fund is particularly focused on programs that serve youth, especially during out-of-school time, and the elderly. The grant is intended to support program expenses rather than personnel costs. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, community-serving groups with charitable purposes, fiscally-sponsored initiatives, programs of churches, or projects housed within Hawai‘i Department of Education schools. Each applying organization must align their proposals with the defined priorities of the fund, and those currently funded by HCF with outstanding final reports are ineligible. Applications to multiple funds are permitted, provided each application is submitted separately and is distinct in focus. Grants are typically awarded for one-year periods and are generally capped at $10,000. Applications requesting more than $5,000 are expected to be from 501(c)(3) organizations or those with a qualified fiscal sponsor. The application process is conducted entirely online through HCF’s Grants Portal. The deadline for submission is May 19, 2025, at 4:00 PM HST. Applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the portal in advance and ensure their organization profile is updated and certified prior to submission. Applicants must complete four detailed sections: Program Overview, Program Information, Budget, and Supporting Documents & Certification. Key required details include the project’s title, location, duration, targeted age/gender groups, and alignment with HCF’s CHANGE framework. Specific program needs, activities, timelines, expected results, and metrics for success must be articulated clearly. Financial documentation including current budgets, income statements, and balance sheets are required, as well as a board of directors list and other governance-related materials. For technical or general questions, Kehau Meyer is the primary contact for the Ewa Beach Community Fund and can be reached at kmeyer@hcf-hawaii.org or (808) 566-5537. Additional assistance with the application portal can be accessed via the support ticket system on the HCF website.