The Kahuku Community Fund is a grant program administered by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF), aimed at supporting charitable and community-based projects within the geographic boundaries of Kahuku, specifically between Turtle Bay and Malaekahana. The Fund was established by the Estate of James Campbell in 2005 and operates under the broader umbrella of HCF’s Community Grants Program, which includes several similar initiatives across different Hawaiian communities. The goal of this Fund is to bolster the well-being and future of the Kahuku community by providing financial support to projects that align with designated priorities.
Key objectives of the Kahuku Community Fund are to promote educational and recreational opportunities, improve economic sufficiency for individuals and families, and enhance overall community health and safety. Funding is also available for projects that address social conditions such as poverty and substance abuse, provide health care, support housing opportunities, or contribute to strategic planning for future community development. Additionally, initiatives that foster a deeper understanding of the cultural arts and values of the Ko‘olauloa moku are highly encouraged.
Eligibility for this grant is open to nonprofit organizations, fiscally sponsored groups, community-serving entities with charitable purposes, church programs, and public school projects under the Hawai‘i DOE. Applicants must clearly respond to the fund’s specific priorities and must not have any overdue final reports from previous HCF grants. While an organization can apply to multiple funds managed by HCF, a separate application must be submitted for each, with only one application allowed per fund per year.
The grant offers one-year funding and generally does not exceed $10,000 per award. For funding requests above $5,000, preference is given to applicants who are either 501(c)(3) organizations or have a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. The application process is conducted online through HCF’s Grants Portal, which requires timely submission of a complete application, including an updated organization profile and supporting documentation such as financial statements and board lists.
The application includes four sections: Program Overview, Program Information, Budget, and Supporting Documents & Certification. It requires details on program goals, activities, timelines, expected outcomes, and alignment with fund priorities. Fiscal sponsors must provide formal board resolutions and agreements. The application deadline is May 19, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. HST. Technical assistance is available through HCF’s support portal, and specific contact persons are designated for each fund, with Kehau Meyer serving as the contact for the Kahuku Community Fund.
